How To Fix COOPC210 - Unable to check existence and function of OPC server &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Unable to check existence and function of OPC server &1

What causes this issue?

The system tried to check whether the
<DS:GLOS.81831343B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>OPC server</> with the
<DS:GLOS.95C47342B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>server ID</> &V1& and the RFC
destination &V2& exists and which function it supports. The following
error occured: " &V3&&V4&"
This may be due to the following reasons:
The OPC server ID &V1& was changed in Customizing.
The RFC destination &V2& was changed in Customizing.
The version of the <DS:GLOS.9E1CCF44B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>SAP ODA
Connector</> installed is obsolete.

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?

There may be a temporary RFC connection problem. In this case, ignore
this warning.
Check whether the RFC destination and the
<DS:GLOS.95C47342B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>OPC server ID</> was
specified correctly.
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.COOPC110>Define RFC Destination for SAP ODA
</> and <DS:SIMG.COOPC120>Define Settings for SAP ODA</>.
Check whether the SAP ODA Connector installed has version 2.0 or
higher. This function is supported as of version 2.0.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COOPC210 - Unable to check existence and function of OPC server &1 ?

  The SAP error message COOPC210, which states "Unable to check existence and function of OPC server &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's integration with OPC (OLE for Process Control) servers. This error indicates that the SAP system is unable to communicate with the specified OPC server, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  OPC Server Not Running: The OPC server specified in the error message may not be running or may have crashed.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing SAP from reaching the OPC server.
  Incorrect Configuration: The OPC server may not be correctly configured in the SAP system, or the server name may be incorrect.
  Permissions Issues: The user account under which the SAP system is running may not have the necessary permissions to access the OPC server.
  Firewall Settings: A firewall may be blocking the communication between the SAP system and the OPC server.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the SAP system and the OPC server version.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check OPC Server Status: Ensure that the OPC server is running. Restart the server if necessary.
  Verify Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP for the OPC server. Ensure that the server name and connection parameters are correct.
  Test Network Connectivity: Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the SAP system can reach the OPC server over the network.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the user account running the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access the OPC server.
  Check Firewall Settings: Review firewall settings on both the SAP server and the OPC server to ensure that the required ports are open for communication.
  Update Software: If there are known compatibility issues, consider updating either the SAP system or the OPC server to a compatible version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to OPC integration.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for both SAP and the OPC server for any specific configuration requirements.
  Logs: Check the logs in both the SAP system and the OPC server for any additional error messages that may provide more context on the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or the vendor of the OPC server for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the COOPC210 error in your SAP system.