Note the exact size in bytes.
If only the -flat.vmdk remains (e.g., after storage corruption, manual deletion, or backup extraction), you must re-create the descriptor file to attach the disk to a VM. restore vm from flat vmdk
Before attempting a restore, it is important to understand what you are working with: Note the exact size in bytes
If the tool above fails, create a file named YourDiskName.vmdk (without -flat) using vi or nano with the following content: after storage corruption