Relevant versions: This information pertains to Artifactory versions 5.X and 6.X
Upgrading Artifactory is normally a straightforward process. Sometimes, however, something can go wrong and the process will fail. In such an instance, Artifactory will not start and an error will appear in one of its log files.
There can be many reasons for a failure, as both Artifactory upgrades and the overall startup process are complex operations. The following will provide you with some insights regarding problems you may be encountering, as well as ideas on how to troubleshoot them.