How To Fix COOPC208 - Namespace browsing is not possible for OPC server &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Namespace browsing is not possible for OPC server &1

What causes this issue?

You cannot call up the value help for the
<DS:GLOS.73C47342B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>OPC item ID</> since the
<DS:GLOS.81831343B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>OPC server</> &V1& with the
RFC destination &V2& does not support the
<DS:GLOS.5B4B606895CBD411B11B0008C784EFB1>Namespace Browsing</>
function.
Namespace browsing is an optional OPC server function.

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?

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 COOPC208 - Namespace browsing is not possible for OPC server &1 ?

  The SAP error message COOPC208 indicates that there is an issue with browsing the namespace of an OPC (OLE for Process Control) server. This can occur in scenarios where SAP is trying to connect to an OPC server to retrieve data, but it is unable to access the server's namespace.
  Causes:
  
  OPC Server Not Running: The OPC server may not be running or may have crashed.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the OPC server.
  Permissions: The user account under which the SAP system is running may not have the necessary permissions to access the OPC server.
  Configuration Issues: The OPC server may not be properly configured, or the SAP system may not be correctly set up to connect to the OPC server.
  Firewall Settings: Firewalls may be blocking the communication between the SAP system and the OPC server.
  Incorrect OPC Server Address: The address or identifier used to connect to the OPC server may be incorrect.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check OPC Server Status: Ensure that the OPC server is running and operational. Restart the server if necessary.
  Verify Network Connectivity: Check the network connection between the SAP system and the OPC server. Use tools like ping or tracert to diagnose connectivity issues.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the user account running the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access the OPC server. This may involve checking user roles and permissions on the OPC server.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for both the SAP system and the OPC server. Ensure that the connection parameters (like server address, port, etc.) are correct.
  Firewall Configuration: Check firewall settings on both the SAP server and the OPC server to ensure that the required ports are open for communication.
  Test with OPC Client: Use an OPC client tool to test the connection to the OPC server. This can help determine if the issue is with the SAP system or the OPC server itself.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation for both the SAP system and the OPC server for any specific configuration or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to OPC connectivity.
  OPC Specifications: Familiarize yourself with the OPC specifications and standards to understand how the communication should work.
  Logs: Review logs on both the SAP system and the OPC server for any error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or the vendor of the OPC server for further assistance.