• Check the script output. Generally the error messages displayed here will help you locate and fix the problem.

• See the FortiGate CLI Reference for more information on all CLI commands.

• There is a limit to the number of scripts allowed on the FortiManager unit. Try removing an old script before trying to save your current one.

• As mentioned at the start of this chapter, ensure the console more command is disabled on the FortiGate devices where scripts execute. Otherwise a condition may occur where both the FortiGate device and the FortiManager system are waiting for each other to respond until they timeout.

• There should be no punctuation at the start or end of the lines.

• Only whitespace is allowed on the same line as the command. This is useful in lining up end and next commands for quick and easy debugging of the script.

• Keep your scripts short. They are easier to troubleshoot and it gives you more flexibility. You can easily execute a number of scripts after each other.

• Use full command names. For example instead of “set host test” use “set hostname test”. This is required for any scripts that are to be run on the global database.

• Use the number sign (#) to comment out a line you suspect contains an error.