SAP-C02 Continuous Improvement for Existing Solutions Practice Question
Network Topology
A solutions architect runs the AWS CLI command shown in the exhibit to troubleshoot a failed CloudFormation stack creation. What is the most likely cause of the failure?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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The LaunchConfigurationName property in the Auto Scaling group resource was not provided or was an incorrect type.
The error message indicates that the 'LaunchConfigurationName' property must be a string, meaning it was likely not provided or was of the wrong type. Option A is wrong because the error message does not mention any VPC configuration issues. Option C is wrong because the error specifically references the 'LaunchConfigurationName' property, not the resource type being unsupported in the region. Option D is wrong because the error indicates a property validation issue, not a permissions problem.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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The VPC configuration is incorrect, causing the Auto Scaling group to fail.
Why it's wrong here
The error does not mention VPC.
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The LaunchConfigurationName property in the Auto Scaling group resource was not provided or was an incorrect type.
Why this is correct
The error states that LaunchConfigurationName must be of type String, implying it was missing or wrong.
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The Auto Scaling group resource type is not supported in the region.
Why it's wrong here
AWS::AutoScaling::AutoScalingGroup is supported in all regions.
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The IAM role for the stack does not have permission to create Auto Scaling groups.
Why it's wrong here
The error is about property type, not permissions.
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