[Solved] You tried to create a topic with this command:kafka-topics.sh --create --topic logs --partitions two --replication-factor 3 --bootstrap-server localhost:9092What is the error? | Kafka

Kafka - Topics and Partitions

You tried to create a topic with this command:

kafka-topics.sh --create --topic logs --partitions two --replication-factor 3 --bootstrap-server localhost:9092

What is the error?

AMissing --create flag

BInvalid number for partitions: 'two' should be a number

CReplication factor cannot be 3

DBootstrap server address is incorrect

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check partitions parameter
The partitions option expects a number, but 'two' is a word, causing a syntax error.
Step 2: Verify other parameters
Replication factor 3 and bootstrap server are valid; --create flag is present.
Final Answer:
Invalid number for partitions: 'two' should be a number -> Option B
Quick Check:
Partitions must be numeric [OK]

Quick Trick: Partitions must be numeric, not words [OK]

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