DMT188E Link linkid unable to listen on port port error number=errno (description)

Explanation

This message is issued when a TCPNJE link driver cannot listen on a port for incoming connections.
linkid
Link identifier of the link detecting the error
port
Port number to which the link is trying to listen
errno
TCP/IP error number
description
Textual description corresponding to the error number

System action

The link will be unable to accept incoming connections until the indicated problem is resolved. If the link is connected, it will remain connected; if it is attempting to connect, it will continue to attempt to connect.

User response

Attempt to restart the link, if appropriate. If the problem persists, start local diagnostic procedures. The TCP/IP VM return code and error number may contain more information about the TCP/IP socket function problem and will be useful when contacting support personal. For more information about the specific error, see z/VM: TCP/IP Programmer's Reference.

Destination

R, SCO