How To Fix IST0082 - All ports are already in use

IST0082 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IST0 - General Messages IS Telecommunications

• Message number: 082

• Message text: All ports are already in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IST0082 - All ports are already in use ?

  The SAP error message IST0082, which states "All ports are already in use," typically occurs when the SAP system is unable to allocate a communication port for a new connection because all available ports are currently in use. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when there are too many active connections or when the system is not properly configured to handle the required number of connections.
  Causes:
  
  Exhausted Port Range: The system has a limited number of ports available for communication, and all of them are currently occupied.
  High Load: A sudden spike in user connections or background jobs can lead to all ports being utilized.
  
  Configuration Issues: The SAP system may not be configured to allow enough ports for the expected load.
  Network Issues: Problems in the network configuration or firewall settings can lead to ports being incorrectly reported as in use.
  Zombie Processes: Sometimes, processes that are no longer active may still