Can't backup windows on my Toshiba Canvio extrernal Hard Drive 1TB

I just bought this external HDD but it won't back up my windows.I try and I get an error message about not having enough space.I've read another similar thread but it doesn't seems like there is a solution.Any help please?

A Toshiba computer? If so,..
1. Which computer? There is a label on the bottom.
2. Which backup application?
3. Attach a picture of the error message.
-Jerry

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