What is external event in SAP PP-PI - Production Planning for Process Industries?

SAP Term: external event

• Component: PP-PI

• Component Name: Production Planning for Process Industries

• Description: Event that can be used as a condition in PI sheets and manufacturing cockpits to carry out a function automatically. Unlike internal events, external events originate in other applications for example, OPC server. Using the internal "Manufacturing Data Access" interface, PI sheets and cockpits can access external events.

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• Key Concepts: 
  External events are used in the Production Planning for Process Industries (PP-PI) component of SAP to trigger certain actions. These events can be triggered by external systems, such as a machine or sensor, or by manual input from an operator. The external event can be used to start a production order, change the status of a production order, or trigger other actions. 
  
  How to use it: 
  External events can be used in PP-PI to trigger certain actions. To set up an external event, you must first define the event in the system. This is done by creating an event type and assigning it to a production order type. Once the event type is defined, you can then assign it to a production order. When the external event is triggered, the system will take the appropriate action based on the event type that was assigned. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up an external event, make sure that you have defined all of the necessary parameters for the event type. This includes defining what action should be taken when the event is triggered and what data should be sent to the external system. Additionally, make sure that you have tested the external event before using it in production. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up and using external events in PP-PI, please refer to SAP Help documentation. Additionally, there are several online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up and use external events in PP-PI.