icloud the last backup could not be completed

I am trying to prepare for the transfer of files etc to a new iphone 15 by backing up existing iphone 14 to icloud when a receive a message that the backup could not be completed. How do I proceed.

iPhone 14 Pro

Posted on Oct 9, 2023 3:51 PM

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TheLittles

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Oct 9, 2023 3:56 PM in response to jtewart

jtewart Said:

“icloud the last backup could not be completed: I am trying to prepare for the transfer of files etc to a new iphone 15 by backing up existing iphone 14 to icloud when a receive a message that the backup could not be completed. How do I proceed.”

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