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Error: java.util.zip.ZipException: Too many open files when running a custom plug-in

Troubleshooting


Problem

When you attempt to test a custom plug-in, you might see an error in the IBM® Rational® Software Development Platform (SDP) user interface. In one of the following products the error might occur. - IBM Rational Software Architect, - IBM Rational Software Modeler, - IBM Rational Application Developer for Websphere® Software, - IBM Rational Systems Developer, - IBM Rational Data Architect.

Symptom

The error states:

java.util.zip.ZipException: Too many open files.

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Document Information

Modified date:
10 September 2020

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