Catalog job failed

[Backup_Admin2]

I Installed a new backup exec version 2012, tried to perform catalog for a tape created on BE 2010 failed, and Backup Exec Job Engine service stopped. I installed BE sp1a, and all fixes. and the same result.

Tried more than one tape, also failed. Is It not supported , Or is it not recommended ?

please advise 

[pkh]

It would be helpful if you post all the error messages from the failed catalog job.

Also, check that your drive is functioning correctly.  If necessary, run the manufacturer's diagnostic utility against the drive.  Make sure that you select the write test and that you have stopped all the BE services beforehand.