How To Fix CPOC2109 - External event &1 not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPOC2 - PP-PI-PMA: PI Sheet Messages, SCM Add-On

• Message number: 109

• Message text: External event &1 not active

What causes this issue?

In the process instruction, a condition is defined that is used to
automatically execute an action (for example, <LS>Deactivate process
instruction</>) in the <DS:GLOS.3526C51EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>PI
sheet</> or <DS:GLOS.389B9DAA500F0E7CE10000009B38F931>manufacturing
cockpit</>.
The condition is defined in the form of an event (PPPI_EVENT). The
event specified for characteristic PPPI_EVENT exists but is not active.
This may be due to the following reasons:
With events from manufacturing cockpits: the cockpit was not activated
With items from <DS:GLOS.81831343B0CAD411B11B0008C784EFB1>OPC servers
</>: the <DS:GLOS.73510C7AAAD9D511B1250008C784EFB1>OPC Alarms/Events
subscription</> was not defined correctly in Customizing.

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 the following if required:
Whether the relevant cockpit is defined in Customizing
<DS:SIMG.COPOC110>Define Manufacturing Cockpits</>
Whether the OPC Alarms/Events subscription used in characteristic
PPPI_EVENT is defined correctly
<DS:SIMG.COOPC120>SAP ODA (OPC Data Access)</>

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 CPOC2109 - External event &1 not active ?

  The SAP error message CPOC2109, which states "External event &1 not active," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Process Orchestration or similar modules where external events are used to trigger processes or workflows. This error indicates that the specific external event referenced (denoted by &1) is not currently active or available for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Event: The external event that you are trying to trigger is not activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the event management settings or the event itself may not be properly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process trying to trigger the event may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Issues: There could be underlying system issues or inconsistencies that are preventing the event from being recognized as active.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Event:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the external event in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction codes like SWETYPV for event type maintenance).
  Ensure that the event is activated and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Event Configuration:
  
  Go to the event management settings and verify that the event is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate process or workflow.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to trigger the event. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the event is configured correctly and active, check for any system issues or inconsistencies. This may involve reviewing logs or system messages for additional context.
  Consider running a consistency check or a system health check to identify any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific module you are working with for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWETYPV for event type maintenance, SWFVISU for workflow visualization, and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error CPOC2109 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.