During a recent check on a Veeam Backup & Replication server, I noticed that the folder below had grown to several gigabytes:
C:\ProgramData\Veeam\Backup\System\CheckpointRemovalThis can become a problem, especially during Veeam upgrades, where the installer often requires more and more free disk space to complete successfully.
What is in this folder?
The log files stored in this location are related to offload activities.
Unfortunately, Veeam does not currently apply any log retention to this folder, so its size can continue to increase over time.
Can these files be deleted?
Yes, according to Veeam Support, it is possible to manually delete folders older than 14 days from this directory.
That means you can safely clean up old content and recover disk space when needed.
Why this matters
If this folder grows unchecked, it may:
- consume several GB of disk space,
- create unnecessary pressure on the system volume,
- and potentially cause issues when performing Veeam upgrades.
A quick cleanup may save you from having to extend disks unnecessarily.
Final thought
This is a small housekeeping task, but it can make a real difference when preparing for an upgrade or simply keeping your Veeam server clean and healthy.
Maybe this tip will save someone from having to expand a disk for no good reason :)
