> Lets start by looking at the status value: Better, let's start by asking for help: help /mess CREPRC [...] CREPRC, process creation failed Facility: RUN, Run Detached Utility Explanation: The creation of the subprocess or detached process failed. User Action: Correct the problem described by the $CREPRC system service error message and reenter the command. [...] Although I know nothing, it appears that there's a problem of some kind starting your ICAP server. To get more information about it, you seem to need to read some HP-UX "man" pages: http://h71000.www7.hp.com/doc/83final/b9073_90111/apbs02.html If the ICAP software is tied to the OS version (which is at least plausible), then you may need to install a V8.4-appropriate ICAP kit. (But I know nothing.) Presumably, if you're using ICAP, then you're paying for actual support. This might be a good opportunity to get some.