Time Machine Sometimes Won't Backup-- Error 2

I am having a reoccuring issue with Time Machine not always backing up. When this happens, my usual recourse is to Rebuild the TM Volume and then a backup can be performed.  When I check Time Machine Buddy, the message says:
Starting standard backup
Backing up to: /Volumes/Time Machine Backup/Backups.backupdb
Error: (22) setxattr for key:com.apple.backupd.HostUUID path:/Volumes/Time Machine Backup/Backups.backupdb/Macintosh size:37
Backup failed with error: 2
A little background info:  this is a new MacPro with OS 10.7.  I transferred over all my old info using a Time Machine backup from my original MacPro running 10.6.8.  Following the advice of an Apple Tech Rep, I ditched my original Time Machine drive and replaced it with a new one, thus starting over with a brand new back of my Lion drive (IOWs, not trying to back up to a Snow Leopard created Time Machine drive).  Like I said, this only happens every so often but its getting old.  I'm looking for some plausible answers and appreciate any feedback that would be of help!

Usually that error indicates a drive malfunction; specifically, the drive is spinning down and not responding to bus signals. Some "Eco" or "green" drives are known for this behavior. The following steps may help:
Select  ▹ System Preferences ▹ Energy Saver ▹ Power Adapter and uncheck the box labeled Put the hard disk(s) to sleep when possible, if it's checked.
If the drive is connected to a hub, connect it to a built-in port on the computer.
If a firmware update is available for the drive, apply it.
Contact the drive manufacturer to see whether there's a firmware setting you can change.
If you installed vendor software for the drive, uninstall it.
If none of the above steps resolves the issue, try another drive.

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