Resolving “Socket Hang Up” and “ESOCKETTIMEDOUT” Errors in Test Automation

Resolving "Socket Hang Up" and "ESOCKETTIMEDOUT" Errors in Test Automation

26 February 2025 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Katalon Issues

When executing extensive test cases, particularly those surpassing 70-80 lines of code, you may encounter errors such as “socket hang up” or “ESOCKETTIMEDOUT”. These errors typically occur when the test execution halts unexpectedly, often after a significant delay. Understanding and addressing these errors is crucial for ensuring seamless test automation.

Understanding the Issue

The problem generally emerges when running lengthy test scripts using tools like Appium and Katalon Studio. While splitting the test into smaller, individual test cases might solve the issue temporarily, it’s essential to identify the underlying cause to prevent recurrence.

Potential Solution

One effective approach to resolving this issue involves reinstalling specific Appium packages. This can be achieved through the following steps:

  • Uninstall the existing Appium packages on your device:
adb uninstall io.appium.uiautomator2.server
adb uninstall io.appium.uiautomator2.server.test
adb uninstall io.appium.unlock
adb uninstall io.appium.settings
  • After uninstalling, ensure to reinstall these packages to refresh the environment.

    • This method has been found effective in addressing the timeouts and connection issues associated with long-running test cases.

    Why This Method Works

    Reinstalling the Appium packages clears any residual configurations or settings that might be causing the timeout issues. This refreshes the testing environment, eliminating potential conflicts or outdated settings.

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