SCP Transfer Error: Could Not Chdir to Home Directory on Remote Server

This article documents an error encountered while using the SCP command to transfer a file to a remote server. The issue arises when the remote server's home directory is missing, resulting in a failed directory change operation. The user attempts to transfer the file 'core.ffe_data_0_14.8.0.0.342.1687857152.gz' to '/tftpboot/' on the remote server at IP address '172.0.2.13' using the SCP command. Before the transfer can proceed, the user is prompted to confirm the authenticity of the remote host by verifying its key fingerprint. Once confirmed, the user is prompted for the password to authenticate the transfer. However, the transfer fails due to an error: 'Could not chdir to home directory /home/casa: No such file or directory'. This error indicates that the home directory '/home/casa' on the remote server is missing. This issue can be resolved by creating the missing home directory or by investigating why it is absent. This article provides insights into troubleshooting the error and potential solutions to ensure successful file transfers.