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ERR_SOCKET_CREATE

Socket error during Create operation

Allen-Bradley · MicroLogix 1400 Programmable Controllers

What does ERR_SOCKET_CREATE mean?

An error occurred during the socket creation operation. This prevents the Modbus TCP client/server from establishing communication sessions, typically due to system resource limitations or network stack issues.

Common Causes

  • Failure to allocate system resources for the socket.
  • Operating system network stack issues.
  • Maximum number of sockets already in use.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Verify network configuration settings are correct.

  2. 2

    Check system resource usage (e.g., memory, open file handles) to ensure availability.

  3. 3

    Restart the controller to clear temporary resource issues and reset the network stack.

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Source: Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1400 Programmable Controllers
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