WebLogic Server Startup Failed With Error: java.net.UnknownHostException: aaaa: Name or service not known - Due to Incorrect /etc/hosts (Doc ID 1992901.1)

Last updated on JUNE 12, 2023

Applies to:

Oracle WebLogic Server - Version 10.3.6 and later
Information in this document applies to any platform.

When attempting to start WebLogic AdminServer on a new machine, the following error is observed and the server fails to start up:

Configure a blank listen address on WebLogic Server.

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