How To Fix COOPC202 - OPC server with server ID &1 is not known on target host

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COOPC - Messages for SAP-OPC Integration

• Message number: 202

• Message text: OPC server with server ID &1 is not known on target host

What causes this issue?

You tried to access the <DS:GLOS.81831343B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>OPC
server</> with the <DS:GLOS.95C47342B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>server ID
</> &V1& via the <DS:GLOS.3526AFF8AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>RFC</>
destination &V2&. However, this OPC server does not exist on the target
host.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the OPC server is installed on the target host.
If required, install the OPC server.
Check the server ID in Customizing. To do so, go to Customizing for
<LS>Production Planning - Process Industries</> and choose <LS>Process
Management</> -> <LS>SAP ODA (OPC Data Access)</> ->
<DS:SIMG.COOPC120>Define Settings for SAP ODA</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COOPC202 - OPC server with server ID &1 is not known on target host ?

  The SAP error message COOPC202 indicates that the OPC (OLE for Process Control) server with the specified server ID is not recognized on the target host. This error typically arises in scenarios where SAP is trying to communicate with an OPC server for data exchange, and it cannot find the server specified.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Server ID: The server ID specified in the configuration may be incorrect or misspelled.
  OPC Server Not Installed: The OPC server may not be installed on the target host.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing SAP from reaching the OPC server.
  Configuration Issues: The OPC server may not be properly configured to accept connections from the SAP system.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking the communication between SAP and the OPC server.
  Service Not Running: The OPC server service may not be running on the target host.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Server ID: Check the server ID in the SAP configuration and ensure it matches the ID configured in the OPC server.
  Check Installation: Ensure that the OPC server is installed on the target host and is compatible with the SAP system.
  Test Connectivity: Use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity to the target host where the OPC server is supposed to be running.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings of the OPC server to ensure it is set up to accept connections from the SAP system.
  Check Firewall Settings: Ensure that any firewalls between the SAP system and the OPC server allow traffic on the necessary ports.
  Start OPC Service: If the OPC server is not running, start the service and check its status.
  Logs and Documentation: Review the logs of both the SAP system and the OPC server for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for specific documentation related to OPC integration and troubleshooting.
  OPC Server Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific OPC server you are using for any known issues or configuration guidelines.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the COOPC202 error message.