Unicon - Scout - "MSI installation failed" error during Scout update

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Article ID: CTX695980

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Description

  1. Uninstall the Current Scout Version:

    • Open Control Panel > Programs and Features.
    • Select "Scout Enterprise Management Suite" and click Uninstall.
  2. Install the New Version of Scout:

    • Run the installer for the latest Scout version.
    • During the installation, connect Scout to the existing database.
  3. Important: Perform Database Backup:

    • Before upgrading Scout, always back up the existing database to prevent data loss.

Issue/Introduction

The error appears due to conflicts with the existing Scout installation. Uninstalling the old version and installing the latest one resolves the issue. Always back up the database before upgrading.