How To Fix MSGSERVER079 - The administration port has been closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGSERVER - Messages for Message Server

• Message number: 079

• Message text: The administration port has been closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGSERVER079 - The administration port has been closed ?

  The SAP error message MSGSERVER079 indicates that the administration port for the SAP system has been closed. This can prevent you from performing administrative tasks on the system, such as starting or stopping the instance, or accessing certain administrative functions.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration files that affect the administration port settings.
  Network Issues: Network problems that prevent access to the administration port.
  Firewall Settings: Firewall rules that block access to the administration port.
  Service Not Running: The service associated with the administration port may not be running.
  Port Closure: The port may have been explicitly closed or disabled in the system settings.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the instance profile (usually found in the instance directory).
  Ensure that the administration port is correctly defined and not commented out.
  
  
  
  Check Service Status:
  
  Ensure that the SAP instance is running. You can check the status using the SAP Management Console (SAP MMC) or command line tools.
  If the instance is not running, start it using the appropriate command (e.g., startsap).
  
  
  
  Network and Firewall:
  
  Check if there are any network issues that might be preventing access to the administration port.
  Review firewall settings to ensure that the administration port is open and accessible.
  
  
  
  Restart the Instance:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP instance can resolve the issue. Use the command stopsap followed by startsap.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the SAP logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Administration Port: The administration port is typically used for communication between the SAP system and the SAP Management Console or other administrative tools.
  Instance Profile: The instance profile contains configuration parameters for the SAP instance, including port settings.
  SAP Management Console (SAP MMC): A tool used for managing SAP instances, including starting and stopping services.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and configuration settings for better diagnosis.