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Symptom & Impact
Data volumes are missing after boot and dependent services fail.
Environment & Reproduction
Common after PV UUID changes, filter misconfig, or delayed devices.
Root Cause Analysis
Volume groups are not scanned or auto-activation rules skip required devices.
Quick Triage
Force scan and inspect LVM metadata visibility.
Step-by-Step Diagnosis
Inspect LVM filters, initramfs contents, and boot-time activation logs.
Solution – Primary Fix
Correct LVM filters, rebuild initramfs, and re-enable activation.
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Solution – Alternative Approaches
Use explicit systemd mount dependencies for delayed devices.
Verification & Acceptance Criteria
Logical volumes activate automatically after reboot.
Rollback Plan
Restore previous lvm.conf and initramfs if new filter blocks devices.
Prevention & Hardening
Keep LVM filter rules minimal and tested across hardware variations.
Related Errors & Cross-Refs
Related to cryptsetup ordering and missing udev events at boot.
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References & Further Reading
Debian LVM boot and activation troubleshooting guides.
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