Why does my ipod say accessory is not supported all of a sudden?

Why does my ipod say accessory is not supported all of a sudden?  I'm only trying to charge it.
This is the first time this message came up. 
Any ideas as to how I can fix this?
Thanks,

- See:    
iPod touch: Hardware troubleshooting
iPhone and iPod touch: Charging the battery
- Try another cable. The cable for 5G iPod (lightning connector) seems to be more prone to failure than the older cable.
- If a 5G iPod      
Iphone 5 lightning port charging problem - SOLUTION!
- Try another charging source
- Inspect the dock connector on the iPod for bent or missing contacts, foreign material, corroded contacts, broken, missing or cracked plastic.
- Make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
  Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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