How To Fix MSGSERVER071 - Enter a port number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGSERVER - Messages for Message Server

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Enter a port number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGSERVER071 - Enter a port number ?

  The SAP error message MSGSERVER071 typically indicates that a port number has not been specified in the configuration settings for the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when starting the SAP system or when configuring the SAP Message Server.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The port number required for the SAP Message Server is not specified in the configuration files.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters related to the Message Server in the instance profile or configuration files may be incorrectly set or missing.
  Environment Variables: The environment variables that define the port settings may not be set correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MSGSERVER071 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Instance Profile:
  
  Open the instance profile for the SAP system (usually located in the profile directory).
  Look for the parameters related to the Message Server, such as ms/port or ms/server_port.
  Ensure that a valid port number is specified.