How To Fix COOPC301 - OPC item &1 does not exist in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 301

• Message text: OPC item &1 does not exist in plant &2

What causes this issue?

In plant &V2&, the system tried to read values for the
<DS:GLOS.D39F4241B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>OPC item</> &V1& or write to
it. However, the OPC item &V1& does not exist in plant &V2&.

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?

Define the OPC item in plant &V2&. 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</>.
Choose a different OPC item.

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 COOPC301 - OPC item &1 does not exist in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message COOPC301 indicates that a specific Operational Planning Control (OPC) item does not exist in the specified plant. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with production orders, material requirements planning (MRP), or similar processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent OPC Item: The OPC item you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the specified plant. This could be due to:
  
  The item has not been created or defined in the system.
  The item was deleted or archived.
  There is a typographical error in the item code or plant code.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The OPC item may exist, but it is not assigned to the specified plant. This can happen if the item is only defined for a different plant.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the OPC item from being recognized in the specified plant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify OPC Item Existence:
  
  Check if the OPC item exists in the system for the specified plant. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., COHV, CO02) and searching for the item.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the OPC item is correctly assigned to the plant you are working with. You can check the material master data or the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the item and plant codes for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct identifiers.
  
  
  
  Create or Update OPC Item:
  
  If the item does not exist, you may need to create it in the system. If it exists but is not assigned to the plant, you may need to update the configuration to include the plant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing OPC items and their assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  COHV: Mass processing of production orders.
  CO02: Change production order.
  MM03: Display material master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify OPC items in the specified plant.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.