KB2258: Starting a new backup chain - Veeam Software
https://www.veeam.com/kb225809.03.2017 · 1. Find the ID of the backup you would like to remove by running. 2. Remove the backup in question from VAL database by running. Once the backup is removed from the configuration of VAL and VBR (if needed), you can run the job manually or by schedule. On the next session, the job will start a new backup chain with a full backup file.
Backup Chain - User Guide for VMware vSphere
helpcenter.veeam.com › docs › backupJun 01, 2021 · The backup chain consists of first full backup file, incremental backup files and, additionally, backup metadata file. The number of backup files and how Veeam Backup & Replication orders them in the chain depend on the chosen backup method. For details, see Backup Methods. Full and incremental backup files correspond to restore points of ...