How To Fix CPOC2112 - External data point &1 unknown

CPOC2112 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 112

• Message text: External data point &1 unknown

What causes this issue?

A data access (PPPI_DATA_ACCESS) to an external data point is defined
in the process instruction. However, the data point specified in
characteristic PPPI_IMPORT_DATA or PPPI_EXPORT_DATA does not exist.

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 value assigned to characterstic PPPI_IMPORT_DATA or
PPPI_EXPORT_DATA. Use the value help to prevent typing errors.

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 CPOC2112 - External data point &1 unknown ?

  The SAP error message CPOC2112, which states "External data point &1 unknown," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data processing or integration scenarios, particularly when dealing with external data sources or interfaces. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Point Reference: The error indicates that the system is trying to access an external data point (identified by &1) that does not exist or is not recognized in the current context.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to external data points, such as incorrect mapping or missing definitions.
  Data Source Issues: The external data source may be down, misconfigured, or the connection to it may not be established properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the data point may not have the necessary permissions to do so.
  Typographical Errors: There could be a simple typo in the name