What type of recovery point should be chosen for a VM to ensure all data is processed and included in a failover?

Choosing the latest recovery point for a virtual machine (VM) is crucial in ensuring that all data is processed and included in a failover. The latest recovery point captures the most recent state of the VM, including all data and changes made up until that point. This includes transactions, files, and configurations that have occurred since the last backup or snapshot. By selecting the latest recovery point, you are minimizing the risk of data loss during the failover process and ensuring that the VM can continue operations from the most up-to-date state.

If an earlier recovery point were selected, it may not reflect the latest updates, which could lead to inconsistencies and data loss since any changes made after that recovery point would not be accounted for. Additionally, recovery points such as "Consensus" may complicate the restore process because they often require input from multiple sources or confirmations about the integrity of the data. Therefore, opting for the latest recovery point is the most effective way to ensure a successful and complete failover.