8701

External active power setpoints are invalid (smaller than 2 mA)

SMA · SUNNY CENTRAL 500CP XT / 630CP XT Solar Inverter

What does 8701 mean?

The external active power setpoints received by the inverter are invalid because they are smaller than 2 mA. The inverter will use the last valid value or, after a day change, Pmax. This is a warning that does not affect inverter behavior immediately.

Common Causes

  • Incorrect configuration of external active power control.
  • Faulty external control device providing invalid setpoints.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Verify the external active power setpoint source and its output signal.

  2. 2

    Ensure the external control device is functioning correctly.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026

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Source: SMA SUNNY CENTRAL 500CP XT / 630CP XT Solar Inverter