How To Fix E0032 - Port '&' does not exist in the table of port descriptions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Port '&' does not exist in the table of port descriptions

What causes this issue?

The system tried to read port description data for port &v1& of type
&v2&. No port of this name and type exists.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create this port or use an existing port.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0032 - Port '&' does not exist in the table of port descriptions ?

  The SAP error message E0032, which states "Port '&' does not exist in the table of port descriptions," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of communication ports in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to send IDocs, RFC calls, or other forms of communication that rely on defined ports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Port Definition: The specified port has not been defined in the system. This could happen if the port was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Port Name: The port name specified in the configuration is incorrect or contains typographical errors.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the port definitions may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the port definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Port Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code WE21 (for IDoc ports) or SM59 (for RFC destinations) and verify if the port in question exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it or correct the configuration to point to an existing port.
  
  
  
  Correct Port Name:
  
  Ensure that the port name used in your configuration matches exactly with the name defined in the system. Check for any leading or trailing spaces or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the port definitions were included and correctly imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the port definitions. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart or a refresh of the relevant services may resolve temporary issues related to port availability.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE21: Maintain IDoc Ports
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  WE20: Partner Profiles (for IDocs)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring ports and troubleshooting communication issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.