How To Fix SRT_LPREG018 - Logical port is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_LPREG - Logical Port Registry

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Logical port is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_LPREG018 - Logical port is not active ?

  The SAP error message SRT_LPREG018 indicates that a logical port is not active. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's web services and integration scenarios, particularly when using the SAP NetWeaver Application Server.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Logical Port Configuration: The logical port may not be properly configured or may be inactive. This can happen if the logical port was deleted, not created, or if the configuration was changed.
  
  
  Service Activation: The web service associated with the logical port may not be activated or may not be available.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical port.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the service.
  
  
  Transport Layer Issues: If the logical port is being used in a transport scenario, there may be issues with the transport layer configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Logical Port Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SOAMANAGER in your SAP system.
  Navigate to the Web Service Configuration section.
  Locate the logical port that is causing the issue and check its status. Ensure that it is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Activate the Logical Port:
  
  If the logical port is inactive, activate it. You can do this by selecting the logical port and choosing the option to activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Activation:
  
  Ensure that the web service associated with the logical port is activated. You can check this in the Service Registry or by using transaction SE80 to look for the service.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the logical port and the associated web service.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like Ping or Telnet to check network connectivity to the service endpoint defined in the logical port.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Layer Configuration:
  
  If applicable, check the transport layer settings to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SOAMANAGER: This is the transaction used for managing web service configurations, including logical ports.
  Web Service Configuration: Understanding how to configure and manage web services in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting issues related to logical ports.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SRT_LPREG018 error message. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.