System Messages


This appendix lists the system messages for Cisco Transport Planner. They are classified as:

Error Messages

Warning Messages

Information Messages


Note In the System Messages, Cisco Transport Planner will replace {n} with a Site name, an Unit name, an Optical design rule, or a Number as applicable.


C.1  Error Messages

Error Messages for Cisco Transport Planner are listed in Table C-1:

Table C-1 Error Messages 

Message Type
Error Message

Traffic mapping

50 GHz scalability is supported only with {0} design rules.

Traffic mapping

Verify if in Add/Drop sites, OADM units are forced and compatible with the traffic.

Traffic mapping

No available wavelength due to units forced on optical bypass site {0}

Traffic mapping

Verify if in the optical bypass interfaces there are wavelengths compatible units

Traffic mapping

The network is broken: please connect all the sites together.

Traffic mapping

The traffic model is empty: please add at least one service request.

Traffic mapping

Number of add/drop nodes exceeded the maximum ({0}) allowed in the network.

Traffic mapping

ONS15454 DWDM platform supports up to {0} non-pass-though sites.

Traffic mapping

Line+ sites can't support DMX-O units due to layout constraints.

Traffic mapping

Line+ sites can't support Individual Shelf with DCC chain option due to layout constraints.

Traffic mapping

Client {0} is not available in the equipment list.

Traffic mapping

Any to Any traffic is not supported by {0} rules.

Traffic mapping

Can't find a valid path between site {0} and site {1} due to ROADM demand strategy

Traffic mapping

Any to Any traffic requires ROADM units but ROADM is not allowed by restricted equipment list.

Traffic mapping

Can't place ROADM units in site {0} to support Any to Any traffic.

Traffic mapping

ROADM configuration is not allowed by restricted equipment list.

Traffic mapping

Mux Demux configuration is not allowed by restricted equipment list.

Traffic mapping

Only ROADM configuration is allowed with selected design rules.

Traffic mapping

ROADM is not allowed by the selected design rules.

Traffic mapping

ROADM-O is not allowed with L band.

Traffic mapping

Line+ or Terminal+ site topologies are not allowed by selected design rules.

Traffic mapping

Line+ or Terminal+ site topologies require ROADM units but ROADM is not allowed by restricted equipment list.

Traffic mapping

OADM unit {0} defined in {1} is not allowed by restricted equipment list.

Traffic mapping

Can't find a valid aggregating client.

Traffic mapping

Can't find a valid client.

Traffic mapping

Client {0} can't be tuned on wavelength {1}.

Traffic mapping

Forced wavelength {0} is outside selected band.

Traffic mapping

Forced client {0} can't be tuned on selected band.

Traffic mapping

Interface Type {0} is not supported by the selected Design Rules.

Traffic mapping

Add/Drop not available in site {0}.

Traffic mapping

Maximum wavelength re-usage reached for ITU channel {0}.

Traffic mapping

All solutions exceed {0} wavelengths. See the "Wavelength Exceeded" section.

Traffic mapping

The anti ASE option is available only in sites with add/drop capability.

Traffic mapping

More than one anti ASE site was selected.

Traffic mapping

Protected services are not allowed with linear networks.

Traffic mapping

In a network with hub nodes protected services are allowed only between hub sites.

Traffic mapping

Invalid routing (out of network boundary). See the "Invalid Routing" section.

Traffic mapping

Can't route service with optical bypass in {0}.

Traffic mapping

Can't find alternate route due to multiple HUB nodes along the path. See the "Cannot Find Alternate Route" section.

Traffic mapping

Can't route service through HUB node {0}. See the "Cannot Route Service" section.

Traffic mapping

Overlapped services assigned to the same wavelength. See the "Overlapped Services Assigned to the Same Wavelength" section.

Traffic mapping

Protected services assigned to the same wavelength. See the "Protected Services Assigned to the Same Wavelength" section.

Traffic mapping

Can't route service due to add drop equipment constraints. See the "Cannot Route Service Because of Add/Drop Constraints" section.

Traffic mapping

Design requires forcing a site as ROADM or Full Mux/Demux but no valid site was found.

Traffic mapping

Design requires forcing site as ROADM or Full Mux/Demux: remove equipment constraints.

Traffic mapping

Path constraints prevent routing of {0}

Traffic mapping

Traffic subnet constraints prevent routing of {0}

Traffic mapping

In a linear network, terminal sites must have structure Terminal

Traffic mapping

Wavelength {0} may require additional ASE filtering

Traffic mapping

50 GHz scalability is supported only with {0} design rules

Traffic mapping

The Network is broken: please connect all the sites together

Traffic mapping

The traffic model is empty: please add at least one service request

Traffic mapping

Number of add/drop nodes exceeded the maximum ({0}) allowed in the network

Traffic mapping

ONS15454 DWDM platform supports up to {0} non-pass-though sites

Traffic mapping

Line+ sites can't support DMX-O units due to layout constraints

Traffic mapping

Line+ sites can't support Individual Shelf with DCC chain option due to layout constraints

Traffic mapping

Client {0} is not available in the equipment list

Traffic mapping

Any to Any traffic is not supported by {0} rules

Traffic mapping

Any to Any traffic requires ROADM units but ROADM is not allowed by restricted equipment list

Traffic mapping

Can't place ROADM units in site {0} to support Any to Any traffic

Traffic mapping

ROADM configuration is not allowed by restricted equipment list

Traffic mapping

WXC configuration is not allowed by restricted equipment list

Traffic mapping

Mux Demux configuration is not allowed by restricted equipment list

Traffic mapping

Only ROADM configuration is allowed with selected design rules

Traffic mapping

Multidegree structure in site {0} is not allowed with selected design rules

Traffic mapping

ROADM is not allowed by the selected design rules

Traffic mapping

ROADM-O is not allowed with L band

Traffic mapping

Line+ or Terminal+ site topologies are not allowed by selected design rules

Traffic mapping

Line+ or Terminal+ site topologies require ROADM units but ROADM is not allowed by restricted equipment list

Traffic mapping

OADM unit {0} defined in {1} is not allowed by restricted equipment list

Traffic mapping

In mesh network user must force OADM units for site configured as OADM

Traffic mapping

Can't find a valid aggregating client

Traffic mapping

Can't find a valid client

Traffic mapping

Can't find a valid XFP

Traffic mapping

Client {0} can't be tuned on wavelength {1}

Traffic mapping

Forced wavelength {0} is outside selected band

Traffic mapping

Forced client {0} can't be tuned on selected band

Traffic mapping

Interface Type {0} is not supported by the selected Design Rules

Traffic mapping

Add/Drop not available in site {0}

Traffic mapping

Maximum wavelength re-usage reached for ITU channel {0}

Traffic mapping

All solutions exceed {0} wavelengths

Traffic mapping

The anti ASE option is available only in sites with add/drop capability

Traffic mapping

More than one anti ASE site was selected

Traffic mapping

No specific anti-ASE node is required for this traffic matrix requirement

Traffic mapping

Protected services are not allowed with linear networks

Traffic mapping

In a network with hub nodes protected services are allowed only between hub sites

Traffic mapping

Invalid routing (out of network boundary)

Traffic mapping

Can't route service with optical bypass in {0}

Traffic mapping

Can't find alternate route due to HUB nodes along the path

Traffic mapping

Can't route service through HUB node {0}

Traffic mapping

Overlapped services assigned to the same wavelength

Traffic mapping

Routing for some of the services cannot be completed with the given constraints. Please use the link aside for details about the problem.

Traffic mapping

Protected services assigned to the same wavelength

Traffic mapping

Can't route service due to add drop equipment constraints

Traffic mapping

Design requires forcing a site as ROADM or Full Mux/Demux but no valid site was found

Traffic mapping

Design requires forcing site as ROADM or Full Mux/Demux: remove equipment constraints

Traffic mapping

PP4 is not allowed in site {0} (fiber interfaces are limited to A,B,C and D)

Traffic mapping

No valid path from {0} to {1}

Traffic mapping

No valid path from {0} to {1}, bypass in {2}

Traffic mapping

Wavelength forced outside of selected band for {0}

Traffic mapping

Client {0} can't be tuned at {1}

Traffic mapping

Invalid functionality option for structure {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

Invalid mux - demux configuration in site {0}

Traffic mapping

Invalid mux - demux combination on two sides of site {0}

Traffic mapping

Unit options are not compatible with design rule {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

Unit options are not compatible with design rules in site {0}

Traffic mapping

Unit {0} is not available in Restricted Equipment List

Traffic mapping

Mesh topology not supported yet

Traffic mapping

Network Cluster {0} requires mesh algorithm

Traffic mapping

Unconnected site {0}

Traffic mapping

Incompatible port {0} assignment in site {1}

Traffic mapping

No valid SFP was found for port {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

Only one GE-STS24 can be assigned to port {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

Incompatible rate/reach options circuit {0}

Traffic mapping

Incompatible rate/reach options for port {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

Incompatible CIR settings for port {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

Can't find a valid SFP for port {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

Port {0} in site {1} is not available

Traffic mapping

Exceeded rate for port {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

Can't provision circuit {0}

Traffic mapping

Maximum frame rate exceeded in section {0} - {1}

Traffic mapping

Maximum frame rate exceeded in node {0}

Traffic mapping

Protected circuits are not allowed in a linear traffic subnet

Traffic mapping

Invalid routing {0}

Traffic mapping

Client protection is not allowed if all nodes are single card configuration

Traffic mapping

Trunk protection with no client protection is not allowed if at least one node is double card configuration

Traffic mapping

Client protection with no trunk protection is not allowed

Traffic mapping

Errors were found on {0}: please run the checker and fix all problems

Traffic mapping

Client and trunk protections are not allowed at the same time on port {0} in site {1}

Traffic mapping

50 GHz scalability is not supported with Ethernet or TDM aggregated demands

Traffic mapping

Cards required for {0} demand are not available in the equipment list

Traffic mapping

Impossible to find two independent paths for protected service

Traffic mapping

Structure {0} is not supported for design rule {1}

Traffic mapping

No available wavelength found due to traffic constraints

Traffic mapping

Too many add/drop nodes ({0} > {1}) in cluster {2}

Traffic mapping

Too many nodes ({0} > {1}) in cluster {2}

Traffic mapping

Too many ROADM nodes ({0} > {1}) in group {2}

Traffic mapping

Demand {0} defined on traffic subnet {1} is in an invalid status

Traffic mapping

Demand {0} is crossing different sites clusters

Traffic mapping

PP4 forced on site {0} can handle at most 4 sides

Traffic mapping

{0} in Any to Any demand doesn't support 50 GHz scalability

Traffic mapping

Regeneration not available

Traffic mapping

Alien traffic type cannot be regenerated

Traffic mapping

Regeneration not allowed

Traffic mapping

Regeneration not allowed for PSM-OCH protected demands

Traffic mapping

Cards forced in the trails of PRing are not compatible

Traffic mapping

L Band Option not allowed with PSM topology

Traffic mapping

32MUX-O/32-DMX-O cards are not allowed for PSM configuration

Traffic mapping

Optical ByPass not allowed with PSM Config

Traffic mapping

Regeneration not allowed with PSM Config

Traffic mapping

Only LINE site topology is allowed between PSM config

Traffic mapping

Only OLA and Passthrough sites allowed between PSM config

Traffic mapping

Only Passthrough sites allowed between PSM Config

Traffic mapping

Terminal or Terminal Plus configurations are not allowed for PSM Och protection

Traffic mapping

Is not allowed to insert circuit from site {0} to site {1} because is tagged as Omnidirectional Entry Point configuration

Traffic mapping

Is not allowed to insert Any to Any Group contains site {0} and site {1} because is tagged as Omnidirectional Entry Point configuration

Traffic mapping

No Interoperable group found for the card selection. Please check if its a valid card selection

Traffic mapping

All the trails of the P-Ring should have same card

Traffic mapping

Restricted Equipment forced by user tm.client_restricted2.details = Client {0} is not available in the equipment list

Traffic mapping

Incompatible source and destination

Traffic mapping

Forced source and destination cards are not compatible

Traffic mapping

Demand cannot be regenerated

Traffic mapping

Conflicting trunk mode

Traffic mapping

Unfeasible trunk mode forcing by the user

Traffic mapping

Cannot force different cards for protection {0} in demand {1}

Traffic mapping

Trunk pluggable not found

Traffic mapping

No trunk pluggable found for the user forced card

Traffic mapping

Unfeasible card mode forcing by user

Traffic mapping

OTU2 XP can have both in/out going trunks in EFEC only in Enhanced Regen Mode

Traffic mapping

No suitable card found

Traffic mapping

Unable to find a compatible card for source or destination

Traffic mapping

Alien traffic type cannot be regenerated

Traffic mapping

User must force OADM units for sites configured as OADM.

Traffic mapping

Mux-Demux should not be forced for site ( {0} ) as it is not supported by the site type.

Traffic mapping

For hybrid 216 {0} only FLA8 and MD-40 Mux/Demux is allowed.

Traffic mapping

The express loss in the site {0} is High. Please reduce the number of FLAs.

Traffic mapping

The add/drop loss in the site {0} is High. Please reduce the number of FLAs.

Traffic mapping

We cannot mix hybrid 15216 sites with non-hybrid pure MSTP site {0}.

Traffic mapping

We must have atleast one Hub site in a Ring Topology.

Traffic mapping

ROADM demands are not allowed with 15216 hybrid network.

Traffic mapping

L-Band optical subnet rule is not supported in 15216 network.

Traffic mapping

Multiple optical subnets are not supported in single 15216 cluster.

Traffic mapping

A 15216 network is capable only till C Band odd 40ch. Please remove any higher capacity selected {0}.

Traffic mapping

We cannot force FLA8 {0} in a 40 ch optical subnet.

Traffic mapping

Site type Mux/Demux not allowed for {0} in 8 ch optical subnet.

Traffic mapping

Optical by pass at {0} is not allowed with 15216 Network.

Traffic mapping

PSM Line or Section protection at {0} is not allowed with 15216 network.

Traffic mapping

There is an overlap in the Route involving {0}. This may be due to the order of regeneration selected.

Traffic mapping

Trunk protection with no client protection is not allowed for selected traffic type.

Traffic mapping

ROADM demand is not supported for PSM Line, PSM Section topology.

Traffic mapping

Optical Bypass is not allowed in a non Add Drop Site {0}.

Traffic mapping

SMR Multidegree site {0} cannot have an omni-direction entry interface.

Traffic mapping

SMR Multidegree is not allowed in site {0} (fiber interfaces are limited to A,B,C and D)

Traffic mapping

PP-Mesh-4-SMR is restricted. SMR Multidegree is not possible in site {0}

Traffic mapping

SMR-1 is restricted. Site {0} type cannot be SMR-1

Traffic mapping

SMR-2 is restricted. Site {0} type cannot be SMR-2

Traffic mapping

Incorrect Client Interface forcing for LAN-WAN Conversion traffic.

Traffic mapping

Incompatible Client Interface forcing.

Traffic mapping

Y-Cable protection is not allowed with electrical SFP.

Traffic mapping

Incompatible trunk Interface forcing

Traffic mapping

10G-XR support w/o FEC trunk interface only.

Traffic Mapping

Cannot Route demand! Didn't find any colorless ports free.

Traffic Mapping

A demand Added or Dropped to a Remote Add/Drop Site cannot be Colorless.

Traffic Mapping

This demand is conflicting with the Wavelength {0} with some other new demand.Please unlock the demand and re-analyze.

Traffic Mapping

50Ghz design is not allowed for site {0} with Remote Add/Drop.

Traffic Mapping

Invalid Structure for {0}. Only Multidegree Site can be OmniDirectional.

Traffic Mapping

Cannot Route demand! Didn't find any colorless ports free.

Traffic Mapping

Cannot Route demand! Didn't find any valid OmniDirectional Side.

Traffic Mapping

OmniDirectional Sides not possible for this protected demand in {0}. Atleast two sides needs to be available.

Traffic Mapping

Cannot Route demand! Didn't find any OmniDirectional Side for {0}.

Traffic Mapping

OmniDirectional Side not possible in {0}. No Free side left.

Traffic Mapping

Optical ByPass is not allowed for OmniDirectional or(and) Colorless Demand.

Traffic Mapping

No Colorless Ports found in {1}. Please force the {0} as OmniDirectional or force any Line Side in the site with Colorless Ports.

Traffic Mapping

Atleast one colorless port must be forced for demand {0} at {1}.

Traffic Mapping

Incompatible configuration with SMR. Please unlock {0}.

Traffic Mapping

Unit {0} is not available in equipment list.

Traffic Mapping

Demand {0} defined on traffic subnet {1} is in an invalid status.

Traffic Mapping

Hybrid layout option is not supported for SMR site types.

Traffic Mapping

Raman Amplification is not supported with SMR site types.

Traffic Mapping

Side/Side Cabling option should be Auto for SMR2 type in site {0}.

Traffic Mapping

Omni-directional interface is not allowed for site type {0}.

Traffic Mapping

Omni-directional interface is not allowed for site functionality {0}.

Traffic Mapping

Invalid mux-demux forcing.

Traffic Mapping

Colorless ports not allowed for site type {0}.

Traffic Mapping

0} has only {1} Layer-I Colorless Ports against the needed {2} ports.Please update the forcings.

Traffic Mapping

{0} has only {1} Colorless ports available.Layer-II units are not allowed for non-omnidirectional OXC/SMR interface.

Traffic Mapping

Site Connected to Remote Spur Duct should be of functionality Add/Drop and type Mux-Demux.

Traffic Mapping

Selected functionality or type does not support Remote Add/Drop Port on it.

Traffic Mapping

Mux-Demux should not be forced on side ( {0} ) which is not connected to any duct and not forced as omnidirectional.

Traffic Mapping

Mux-Demux cards cannot be forced on {0} ,Since second layer cascade is not allowed on {1} site.

Traffic Mapping

Forcing of mux/demux is not allowed on {0},since all available add/drop ports has been remotize'd.

Traffic Mapping

Forced Site type does not allow to remotize more than {0} add/drop ports.

Traffic mapping

Preamplifier setting on {0} is not compatible with M2 chassis type setted on this site.

Traffic mapping

Booster amplifier setting on {0} is not compatible with M2 chassis type setted on this site.

Traffic mapping

In {0}, OSC-CSM forcing is not compatible with OSC frame type selected.

Network design analysis

Preamplifier setting on {0} is not compatible with M2 chassis type setted on this site.

Network design analysis

Booster amplifier setting on {0} is not compatible with M2 chassis type setted on this site.

Network design analysis

In {0}, OSC-CSM forcing is not compatible with OSC frame type selected.

Network design analysis

Node {0} is attached to SMR-2 site {1} through an interface tagged as Omnidirectional Entry Point and therefore no amplifier can be forced.

Network design analysis

{0} is configured as a Remote Add/Drop side and therefore no amplifier can be forced.

Network design analysis

Link {0}-{1} is a remote spur and therefore no amplifier can be forced.

Network design analysis

Link {0}-{1} is a remote spur and therefore Raman amplification is not supported.

Network design analysis

Link {0}-{1} is a remote spur and therefore DCN must be enabled.

Network design analysis

Interface {0} is configured as Omnidirectional and therefore amplifiers cannot be forced as None.

Network design analysis

Interface {0} is configured as Omnidirectional and therefore the OSC unit is not allowed.

Network design analysis

In {0} is impossible to find an OSC unit that supports selected OSC frame type and site constraints.

Network design analysis

Raman amplification is not supported on duct {0}, connecting two hybrid sites.

Network design analysis

Some circuit exceeded the maximum number of allowed amplified spans. Please contact Custom Design team for validating the design.

Network design analysis

Service type {0} does not allow DCU on its optical path. Please force related DCU positions to NONE.

Network creation

Omni-directional side {0} - {1} is not used by any Service Demand.

Network creation

Installation parameters for this side cannot be generated; please take corrective actions before loading ANS file to this node.

Network creation

Service type {0} does not allow DCU on its optical path. Please force related DCU positions to NONE.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, 32 channels cards are not supported in WXC site.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, different design rules for different spans are not supported

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, Line+ node does not support the selected design rule

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, multidegree node does not support the selected design rule.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, only WXC functionality is supported

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, 40-MUX-C or 40-DMX-C is not supported.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, required {1} is in restricted equipment list

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, cannot force a demux if it is not supported by site type.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, cannot force a mux if it is not supported by site type.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, cannot force an in-line attenuator if it is not supported by site type.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, cannot force an in-line attenuator because of presence of OADMs in the other side.

Amplifier Placement

Node {0} is set as Pass-through and therefore no hardware or setpoint can be forced

Amplifier Placement

Node {0} faces a raman amplified span, forcing not feasible

Amplifier Placement

Forcing of Raman on {0} is not compatible with the amplifier forcing done in Node {1}. Please correct the forcings done.

Amplifier Placement

Selection of OPT-BST or OPT-BST-E units as pre-amplifier is allowed only if Raman is used on {0}. Please correct the forcings done.

Amplifier Placement

Raman Amplifier configuration for {0} is not allowed by restricted equipment list

Amplifier Placement

Raman post amp forcing is not allowed for {0}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, OSC card cannot be set to "none"

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, cannot force OSCM card in hybrid node

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, cannot force output power or tilt setpoint without the related amplifier forced.

Amplifier Placement

Invalid forcing in amplifier node of {0} because of Pass-through site forcing.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, cannot force unplaced OSC card in a non Pass-through site.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, cannot force OSCM without an amplifier forced.

Amplifier Placement

Cannot force input attenuator in {0} without the related amplifier forced.

Amplifier Placement

Cannot force DCUs in {0} without forcing an amplifier that supports them.

Amplifier Placement

Incompatible types for DCU couple in {0}.

Amplifier Placement

Incompatible dispersion modules in {0}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, output power is out of limits of amplifier selected.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, amplifier tilt is out of allowed range.

Amplifier Placement

Couple between {1} and {2} has an invalid value in {0}

Amplifier Placement

Couple between {0} and {1} is of invalid type

Amplifier Placement

Fiber between {1} and {2} has an invalid value in {0}

Amplifier Placement

Fiber between {0} and {1} has SOL total loss greater than EOL total loss.

Amplifier Placement

Span {0} is forced as Raman but no traffic is present

Amplifier Placement

In {0} interfaces selected for add channels cannot be equalized with 40-MUX-C.

Amplifier Placement

Try selecting fewer or more similar interface types, and/or do not use the 40-MUX-C card

Amplifier Placement

Can't respect forcing on {0} attenuator (on channel {1}) in {2} {3} {4}. No A/D ports are available

Amplifier Placement

Tilt forced on {0} in {1} {2} {3} when no-tilt design option is selected

Amplifier Placement

DMX-O is suggested as drop unit in {0} instead of the forced DMX.

Amplifier Placement

DMX might cause problems during channels provisioning and or in case of equipment failures.

Amplifier Placement

Fail low channel threshold cannot be set in {0} {1} {2}; please allow placement of booster amplifier.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, {1} is working with a gain of {2} dB: this value is below its minimum allowed gain.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, {1} in EOL condition will be working with a gain of {2} dB: this value is below its minimum allowed gain.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, {1} is working with a gain of {2} dB: this value exceeds its maximum allowed gain.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, {1} in EOL condition will be working with a gain of {2} dB: this value exceeds its maximum allowed gain.

Amplifier Placement

Site {0} cannot be installed without Cisco Transport Planner configuration file.

Amplifier Placement

Unsupported configuration due to excessive number of amplifiers (max {0} per directions).

Amplifier Placement

Unsupported configuration due to excessive number of OSC regen sites (max {0}).

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, channel power is near the fail low threshold.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, minimum channel power is below the fail low threshold.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, OSC channel power is below the fail low threshold.

Amplifier Placement

Network cannot be installed as one or more OSC links are unfeasible.

Amplifier Placement

If possible, try selecting DCN extension option on the longest spans.

Amplifier Placement

Try to unfreeze amplifier or DCUs in site {0}, interface {1}, {2} position.

Amplifier Placement

Transmission error. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier Placement

Transmission error on channel {0}. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier Placement

Excessive ROADM crossTalk penalty on channel {0}. Try to lower the output power of the preamplifier in the ROADM site in which the failed channels are added.

Amplifier Placement

Excessive filtering penalty on channel {0}. Please contact custom design

Amplifier Placement

Filtering problem on channel {0}. Please contact custom design

Amplifier Placement

Excessive PMD on channel {0}. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier Placement

Excessive SC on channel {0}. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier Placement

In site {0} the Pass Through forcing and DCN Extension option are incompatible

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, DCN Extension option have to be set on both fiber couples facing a Pass-Through node

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: node {0} mandatory requires preamplifiers (otherwise this node must be set as Pass-Through).

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, amplifier output power cannot be forced.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, Fiber Switch protection scheme is not supported.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, only "32 Chs +5 dbm/Ch" and "40 Chs +4 dbm/Ch" design rules are supported.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, only "32 Chs +5 dbm/Ch" design rule is supported.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, C + L band upgradeability is not supported.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: In {0}, OADM output power cannot be forced.

Amplifier Placement

Automatic Node Turn-Up: node {0} cannot be set as OADM full mux/demux.

Dithering Generation

Lower Dithering limit ({0}) cannot be less than {1}

Dithering Generation

Upper Dithering limit ({0}) cannot be greater than {1}

Dithering Generation

Lower Dithering limit ({0}) cannot exceed Upper Limit ({1})

Dithering Generation

Site {0} Dithering value cannot be less than Lower Dithering limit {1}

Dithering Generation

Site {0} Dithering value cannot be greater than Upper Dithering limit {1}

Dithering Generation

Sites {0} and {1} cannot have the same Dithering value

Dithering Generation

Number of available Dithering values {0} cannot be less than number of MultiDegree sites {1}

Dithering Generation

Cannot find available Dithering value for site {0}

Dithering Generation

Cannot force Dithering value different from 0 in site {0}

Layout

MSTP shelves number in site {0} exceeds maximum MultiShelf configuration ({1})

Layout

No linecards placed in Hybrid site {0} optical shelf

Layout

Release 4.7/5.0 does not support MultiShelf

Layout

No PRE/BST card present with OSCM in site {0}

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0} Individual Shelf configuration - No room in the optical shelf to host all the OTS units

Layout

No space for DCU: unlock Site {0} layout

Layout

Hybrid Layout in Site {0} is allowed with Individual Shelf only

Layout

Node protection is not allowed in Terminal Site {0}

Layout

DCC Chain in Site {0} is allowed with Individual Shelf only

Layout

Node protection in Site {0} is not allowed with Individual Shelf

Layout

Cable DB part not identified in Site {0}

Layout

Site {0} layout must be unlocked to allow Patch Panel/DCU insertion

Layout

Layout in site {0} cannot be built due an internal error. Other reports for the same site may be wrong or incomplete. Please contact support.

Layout

{0} site layout must be unlocked to apply modified properties

Layout

A/D cards configuration in site {0} is not allowed: please select "Multi Shelf External Switch" or force 32-DMX card

Layout

Units equipped in site {0} shelf {1} need FTA4. Please replace current fan tray before equipping the units into the shelf

Layout

Only card Layout position can be changed (Site {0})

Layout

Card in Rack {0} - Shelf {1} - Slot {2} cannot be moved to Rack {3} - Shelf {4} - Slot {5} (Site {6})

Layout

Just one move is allowed for Card in Rack {0} - Shelf {1} - Slot {2} (Site {3})

Layout

Cards in Rack {0} - Shelf {1} - Slot {2} and Rack {3} - Shelf {4} - Slot {5} (Site {6}) belong to a YCable Protection Group and must be moved to the same destination shelf

Layout

Multidegree topology in site {0} is not supported with Individual Shelf configuration

Layout

Y cable protection with GE XP / 10GEXP / GE EXP / 10GE EXP traffic demand in site {0} is not supported with Osmine Configuration

Layout

Y cable protection with GE XP / 10GEXP traffic demand in site {0} is not supported with Osmine Configuration

Layout

Network not managed by Osmine: Site {0} with WXC and WSS is not admitted.

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0} M2 Shelf cannot go in MSM Configuration.

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0},M2 chassis is in Restricted List and is forced.

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0},M6 chassis is in Restricted List and is forced.

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0},M12 chassis is in Restricted List and is forced.

Layout

Layout not feasible M12 chassis and M6 Chassis are in Restricted List.

Layout

Layout not feasible for Site: {0} and Side: {1},M6 chassis is forced or GE Frame forced but M6 is not supported for the site configuration.

Layout

Layout not feasible for Site: {0} and Side: {1},M6 is not supported for the site configuration and M12 Chassis is in Restricted Equipment List.

Layout

Extra M2 Shelf cannot go in MSM Configuration for site {0}, hence ignoring additional M2 chassis.

Layout

MSM External Configuration for site {0} and M6 Forced, M6 Chassis has integrated MSM capability.

Layout

OSC frame type is forced to GE for site {0} and Interface {1}, Power is not sufficient with the available GE Module.

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0},Single Controller card doesn't support MSM.

Layout

The forced {0} is not compatible with the {1} forced for the {2}.

Layout

M2 Chassis cannot have more than one neighbour with ONS 15454 chassis forced.

Layout

When M2 chassis is forced, all the connected ducts with only one exception, should have couples forced with valid OSC Frames.

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0} with the selected Shelf.

Layout

The frame forcings across {0} are not compatible because the site is a passthrough site. The current values will be ignored and best defaults would be chosen.

Layout

The OSC frame forcing in the couples connecting the PSM Line {0} need to be same.

Layout

The {0} is a OSC regen site hence the connected couples should not have GE frame type forced.

Layout

The {0} has OSC-CSM forced which is not compatible with GE frame forcing on the couple in {1}.

Layout

The {0} has WSS card with DMX and M2 forced which is not compatible. Analysis not feasable.

Layout

MSTP shelves number in site {0} exceeds maximum MultiShelf configuration ({1}).

Layout

Racks in site {0} exceeds maximum number of supported Racks({1}). Layout is not built for the site.

Layout

No linecards placed in Hybrid site {0} optical shelf.

Layout

Release 4.7/5.0 does not support MultiShelf.

Layout

No PRE/BST card present with OSCM in site {0}.

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0} Individual Shelf configuration - No room in the optical shelf to host all the OTS units.

Layout

No space for DCU: unlock Site {0} layout.

Layout

Hybrid Layout in Site {0} is allowed with Individual Shelf only.

Layout

Node protection is not allowed in Terminal Site {0}.

Layout

Node protection is not allowed in PSM Line/Section Site {0}.

Layout

DCC Chain in Site {0} is allowed with Individual Shelf only.

Layout

Node protection in Site {0} is not allowed with Individual Shelf.

Layout

Node protection in Site {0} is not allowed without ADD/DROP.

Layout

Cable DB part not identified in Site {0}.

Layout

Site {0} layout must be unlocked to allow Patch Panel/DCU insertion.

Layout

Layout in site {0} cannot be built due an internal error. Other reports for the same site may be wrong or incomplete. Please contact support.

Layout

{0} site layout must be unlocked to apply modified properties.

Layout

A/D cards configuration in site {0} is not allowed: please select "Multi Shelf External Switch" or force 32-DMX card.

Layout

Units equipped in site {0} shelf {1} need FTA4. Please replace current fan tray before equipping the units into the shelf.

Layout

Only card Layout position can be changed (Site {0}).

Layout

Card in Rack {0} - Shelf {1} - Slot {2} cannot be moved to Rack {3} - Shelf {4} - Slot {5} (Site {6}).

Layout

Multidegree topology in site {0} is not supported with Individual Shelf configuration.

Layout

Invalid Alien Shelf Height for site {0}, Alien Shelves Could not be added.

Layout

Alien Shelf Height is more than Rack Height for site {0}, Alien Shelves Could not be added.

Layout

Unit in the Rack {0} - Shelf {1} - Slot {2} for site {3} requires FAN TRAY 4.

Layout

SMR2 in Separate Shelf is not Feasible for Site {0} due to cable unavailable with appropriate length.

Layout

Layout not feasible for {0} M2 Shelf cannot go in MSM Configuration.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, can't force a demux if it is not supported by site type.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, can't force an inline attenuator if it is not supported by site type.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, can't force an inline attenuator because of presence of OADMs in the other side.

Amplifier algorithm

Invalid forcing in amplifier node of {0} because of Pass-through site forcing.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, can't force unplaced OSC card in a non Pass-through site.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, can't force OSCM without an amplifier forced.

Amplifier algorithm

Can't force power output or tilt in {0} without the related amplifier forced.

Amplifier algorithm

Cannot force input attenuator in {1} without the related amplifier forced.

Amplifier algorithm

Can't force DCUs in {0} without forcing an amplifier that supports them. See the "Incompatible DCUs (C-Band)" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Incompatible types for DCU couple in {0}. See the "Incompatible DCUs (C-Band)" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Incompatible dispersion modules in {0}. See the "Incompatible DCUs (C-Band)" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, MMU presence requires OPT-AMP-L forcing in bst and pre position. See the "MMU Does Not Have Correct Amplifier (L-Band)" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, MMU presence requires OPT-PRE and OPT-BST-E forcing. See the "MMU Does Not Have Correct Amplifier (C-Band)" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, output power setting is not supported by the amplifier. See the "Output Power or Tilt are Out of Range" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, amplifier tilt is out of limits. See the "Output Power or Tilt are Out of Range" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Couple between {1} and {2} has an invalid value in {0}. See the "Invalid Fiber Values, Types, and Loss Values" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Couple between {0} and {1} is of invalid type. See the "Invalid Fiber Values, Types, and Loss Values" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Fiber between {1} and {2} has an invalid value in {0}. See the "Invalid Fiber Values, Types, and Loss Values" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Fiber between {0} and {1} has SOL total loss greater than EOL total loss. See the "Invalid Fiber Values, Types, and Loss Values" section.

Amplifier algorithm

A {0} attenuator (on channel {1}) in {2} {3} {4} was present, but A/D ports on this channel are no longer available. See the "Unavailable Add/Drop Channels" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Tilt forced on {0} in {1} {2} {3} when no-tilt design option is selected. See the "Tilt Forced When No Tilt Design Is Selected" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Can't change DMX with DMX-O as needed in {1} because user forcing. See the "Cannot Replace 32-DMX with 32DMX-O" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Low threshold on channels power in {0} {1} {2} because passive user forcing on OPT-BST position.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, {1} is working in an invalid mode. See the "Preamplifier Working in Invalid Mode" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, {1} is working with a gain of {2} dBm: this is too low. See the "Gain Too Low for an Amplifier" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, {1} will be work (in EOL condition) with a gain of {2} dBm: this is too low. See the "Gain Too Low for an Amplifier" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, {1} is working with a gain of {2} dBm: this is too high. See the "Gain Too High for an Amplifier" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, {1} will be work (in EOL condition) with a gain of {2} dBm: this is too high. See the "Gain Too High for an Amplifier" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, {1} cannot respect user forcing. See the "User Forcing Overridden" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, {1} cannot respect user forcing due to {2}. See the "User Forcing Overridden" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Unsupported configuration due to excessive number of amplifiers (max {0} per directions). See the "Unsupported Configuration" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Unsupported configuration due to excessive number of OSC regen sites (max {0}). See the "Unsupported Configuration" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, channel power is near the fail threshold. See the "Channel Power Near the Fail Threshold" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, channel power is below the fail threshold. See the "Channel Power Below the Fail Threshold" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, OSC channel power is near the fail threshold. See the "Channel Power Near the Fail Threshold" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, OSC channel power is below the fail threshold. See the "OSC Channel Power Below the Fail Threshold" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Network unfeasible due to OSC channel. See the "OSC Channel Power Below the Fail Threshold" section.

Amplifier algorithm

Try to unfreeze amplifier or dcus in site {0}, interface {1}, {2} position

Amplifier algorithm

Transmission error. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier algorithm

Transmission error on channel {0}. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier algorithm

Excessive ROADM crossTalk penalty on channel {0}. Try to lower the output power of the preamplifier in the Roadm site in which the failed channels are added.

Amplifier algorithm

Excessive filtering penalty on channel {0}. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier algorithm

Filtering problem on channel {0}. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier algorithm

One or more demands present unexpected results at the end of the analysis. Refer to channels errored on system.

Amplifier algorithm

Excessive PMD on channel {0}. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier algorithm

Node {0} is set as Pass-Through and therefore no hardware or setpoint can be forced

Amplifier algorithm

Forcing of tilt in {0} is not allowed in case of Raman amplified span

Amplifier algorithm

Forcing of Raman ({0}) is not allowed in PSM Topology. Please correct the forcings done.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0} Raman embedded amplifier has dispersion modules with MAL greater then supported

Amplifier algorithm

In {0} Raman post amplifier has total dispersion modules with MAL greater then supported

Amplifier algorithm

Network analysis must be validated. Please contact custom design.

Amplifier algorithm

In network with PSM-Line protection and different fiber types, DCU placement must be validated.

Amplifier algorithm

Site {0} connected to duct with DCN extension property enabled must have functionality Add/Drop.

Amplifier algorithm

Couple under duct {0} must have DCN extension property disabled

Amplifier algorithm

In site {0} between fibers DCN extension, no OSC and no Booster are allowed

Amplifier algorithm

In Add/Drop site {0}, OSC cannot be forced since the facing fiber has DCN extension enabled

Amplifier algorithm

In Add/Drop site {0} facing a fiber with DCN extension enabled, Booster cannot be forced as None

Amplifier algorithm

The DCN path from {0} to {1} contains too many Line Amplifier sites

Amplifier algorithm

In interfaces tagged as Omnidirectional Entry Point is not allowed set Mux or Demux

Amplifier algorithm

In interfaces tagged as Omnidirectional Entry Point a Terminal site must be connected

Amplifier algorithm

Node {0} refers to an interface tagged as Omnidirectional Entry Point and therefore no amplifier can be forced

Amplifier algorithm

Node {0} refers to an interface tagged as Omnidirectional Entry Point and therefore no OSC card can be forced

Amplifier algorithm

Raman Amplifier module is required in node {0}. Unlock it

Amplifier algorithm

Forcing of amplifier in {0} is not allowed in case of Raman amplified span.

Amplifier algorithm

Node {0} faces a raman amplified span, only OPT-BST unit can be forced.

Amplifier algorithm

Span {0} must be configured as Raman to allow Raman amplifier {1} in node {2}.

Amplifier algorithm

Forcing of Raman on {0} is not compatible with the amplifier forcing done in Node {1}. Please correct the forcings done.

Amplifier algorithm

Selection of OPT-BST or OPT-BST-E units as pre-amplifier is allowed only if Raman is used on {0}. Please correct the forcings done.

Amplifier algorithm

Raman Amplifier configuration for {0} is not allowed by restricted equipment list.

Amplifier algorithm

Raman post amp forcing is not allowed for {0}

Amplifier algorithm

Node {0} faces a raman amplified span, only OPT-BST unit can be forced.

Amplifier algorithm

Span {0} must be configured as Raman to allow Raman amplifier {1} in node {2}.

Amplifier algorithm

Forcing of Raman on {0} is not compatible with the amplifier forcing done in Node {1}. Please correct the forcings done.

Amplifier algorithm

Selection of OPT-BST or OPT-BST-E units as pre-amplifier is allowed only if Raman is used on {0}. Please correct the forcings done.

Amplifier algorithm

Raman Amplifier configuration for {0} is not allowed by restricted equipment list.

Amplifier algorithm

Raman post amp forcing is not allowed for {0}

Amplifier algorithm

Span {0} is forced as Raman but no traffic is present.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0} is not allowed forcing a booster or setting DCN extension enabled.

Amplifier algorithm

In Add/Drop site {0} facing a fiber with DCN extension enable, OSC cannot be forced

Amplifier algorithm

Site {0} is facing spans with different optical design rules: an Add/Drop functionality is required.

Amplifier algorithm

{0} is an hybrid 15454 MSTP site : selection of OPT-BST or OPT-BST-E units as pre-amplifiers is not allowed.

Amplifier algorithm

Span is too short for Raman amplification. If possible, lower the output power setpoint of the booster.

Amplifier algorithm

Raman optical amplifiers are not available in L Band.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0} is not allowed forcing a pre-amplifier or setting DCN extension enabled.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, cannot force OSCM card without an amplifier or SMR forced.

Amplifier algorithm

Forcing of T-DCU on both {0} is not allowed.Please remove T-DCU forcing either from {1}.

Amplifier algorithm

{0} - side{1} is connected to a span not used by any Service Demand.

Amplifier algorithm

In multidegree site {0} configured as SMR2 type with Individual Shelf, only first two sides can have OSC-CSM unit forcing.

Amplifier algorithm

{0} has OSC functionality : side {1} can't face a fiber with DCN extension enabled.

Amplifier algorithm

Raman amplification is not supported on duct {0}, connecting two hybrid sites.

Amplifier algorithm

Some circuit exceeded the maximum number of allowed amplified spans. Please contact Custom Design team for validating the design.

Layout messages

MSTP shelves number in site {0} exceeds maximum MultiShelf configuration (12).

Layout messages

No linecards placed in Hybrid site {0} optical shelf.

Layout messages

Release 4.7/5.0 does not support MultiShelf.

Layout messages

No PRE/BST card present with OSCM in site {0}.

Layout messages

Layout not feasible for {0} Individual Shelf configuration - No room in the optical shelf to host all the OTS units.

Layout messages

No space for DCU: unlock Site {0} layout.

Layout messages

Hybrid Layout in Site {0} is allowed with Individual Shelf only.

Layout messages

Node protection is not allowed in Terminal Site {0}.

Layout messages

DCC Chain in Site {0} is allowed with Individual Shelf only.

Layout messages

Node protection in Site {0} is not allowed with Individual Shelf.

Layout messages

Cable DB part not identified in Site {0}.

Layout messages

Site {0} layout must be unlocked to allow Patch Panel/DCU insertion.

Layout messages

Layout in site {0} cannot be built due an internal error. Other reports for the same site may be wrong or incomplete. Please contact support.

Layout messages

Y cable protection with GE XP / 10GEXP traffic demand in site {0} is not supported with Osmine Configuration

Layout messages

Network not managed by Osmine: Site {0} with WXC and WSS is not admitted.

Layout messages

Invalid Alien Shelf Height for site {0} , Alien Shelves Could not be added.

Layout messages

Alien Shelf Height is more than Rack Height for site {0} , Alien Shelves Could not be added.

Layout messages

SMR with Raman Amplification is Not Supported on Side {0} for Site {1}.

Layout messages

SMR2 in Separate Shelf is not Feasible for Site {0} due to cable unavailable with appropriate length.

Generic

Error deleting site- generic, cannot be classified.

Generic

At least one optical bypass point is defined in this site. The site can not be deleted until the optical bypass is removed.


C.2  Warning Messages

Warning Messages for Cisco Transport Planner are listed in Table C-2:

Table C-2 Warning Messages

Message Type
Warning Message

Traffic mapping

Wavelength {0} may require additional ASE filtering.

Traffic mapping

In {0}, add/drop input power must be modified from {2} to {1}.

Network creation

In {0}, minimum channel power for port {1} of {2} is below the fail low threshold.

Network creation

In {0}, minimum channel power for port {1} of {2} is near the fail low threshold.

Amplifier algorithm

Can't respect forcing on {0} attenuator (on channel {1}) in {2} {3} {4}. No A/D ports are available. See the "Attenuator Forcing Not Allowed" section.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, minimum channel power is near the fail low threshold

Amplifier algorithm

Dcu design not optimized due to "Run Quick Analysis" option

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, 32-DMX might have problem as drop unit. If supported by node type try 32-DMX-O.

Amplifier algorithm

32-DMX might cause problems during channels provisioning and/or in case of equipment failure.

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, 40-DMX might have problem as drop unit.

Amplifier algorithm

40-DMX might cause problems during channels provisioning and/or in case of equipment failure.

Amplifier algorithm

PSM switching threshold on port {0}-RX {1} is close to minimum channel power

Amplifier algorithm

PSM switching on port {0}-RX {1} might not be completely reliable

Amplifier algorithm

PSM switching on port {0}-RX is based on EDFA safety shutdown procedure and might be longer than 50 ms

Amplifier algorithm

PSM unit might not correctly switch on port {0}-RX in case of fiber cut

Amplifier algorithm

OPT-RAMP-C on {0} side is facing a span with an excessive loss.

Amplifier algorithm

OPT-RAMP-CE on {0} side is facing a span with an excessive loss.

Amplifier algorithm

Forcing of T-DCU on {0} in L-Band network is not allowed.Please check the TDCU forcing in Options Explorer.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, MMU mandatory requires OPT-PRE and OPT-BST-E. Please remove any other amplifier type forcing

Amplifier Placement

In {0} an external DCN access must be provided for DCN functionality

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, OSC channel power is near the fail low threshold.

Amplifier Placement

A {0} attenuator (on channel {1}) in {2} {3} {4} was present, but A/D ports on this channel are longer available

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, control mode of {3} amplifier must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

Output tilt is forced on {0} in {1} {2} {3} but no-tilt design option is selected

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, MMU mandatory requires OPT-AMP-L in booster and pre position. Please remove any other amplifier type forcing

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, bypass power must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, drop power must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, RX amplifier power fail threshold must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, TX amplifier power fail threshold must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, channel LOS threshold must be modified from {2} to {1}.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, OSC LOS threshold must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, minimum expected span loss must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, maximum expected span loss must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, OSC TX power must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, band drop power at {3} must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, channel drop power at {3} must be modified from {2} to {1}

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, 32-DMX might have problem as drop unit. If supported by node type try 32-DMX-O

Amplifier Placement

32-DMX might cause problems during channels provisioning and/or in case of equipment failure

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, 40-DMX might have problem as drop unit

Amplifier Placement

40-DMX might cause problems during channels provisioning and/or in case of equipment failure

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, {1} is working in power control mode.

Amplifier Placement

In case of fiber cut or equipment failure, channels survivability might not be guaranteed

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, {1} cannot respect user forcing. See User Forcing Overridden.

Amplifier Placement

The forced setpoint/item has been overwritten by CTP with a feasible value.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, {1} cannot respect user forcing due to {2}

Amplifier Placement

The forced setpoint/item has been overwritten by CTP with a feasible value.

Amplifier Placement

Between nodes {0} and {1}, {2} gain equalizer node(s) is (are) suggested for an optimal design

Amplifier Placement

Excessively long chains of OLA nodes (>{0}) might cause problems in LOS detection at receivers in case of channels failure.

Amplifier Placement

In {0}, 32-DMX-O is suggested as drop unit in instead of the forced 32-DMX.

Amplifier Placement

32-DMX might cause problems during channels provisioning and/or in case of equipment failure.

Amplifier Placement

Osmine configuration in site {0} is not supported with L-Band

Amplifier Placement

Hybrid Site Config in a Single-Shelf configuration is only supported for an OADM Site Type

Layout

Osmine configuration in site {0} is not supported with L-Band

Layout

Hybrid Site Config in a Single-Shelf configuration is only supported for an OADM Site Type

Layout

Unit in the Rack {0} - Shelf {1} - Slot {2} for site {3} requires FAN TRAY 4.

Layout

Extra M6 Shelf cannot be added for site {0}, M6 chassis is Restricted.

Layout

Extra M12 Shelf cannot be added for site {0}, M12 chassis is Restricted.

Layout

M6 Chassis with integrated MSM capability, is forced in {0} with MSM External Switch. This adds extra to BOM.

Layout

Requested number of extra shelves could not be added due to MSM configuration restrictions. Please check the layout for details.

Layout

TNC pluggable {0} forced with ONS 15454 chassis in {1}, hence ignoring pluggable forcing.

Layout

The chassis type set to M6 due to the forcing of OSC Pluggables at {0}.

Layout

Auto Option for Shelf Management is assigned Single Shelf Configuration by the algorithm as Site {0} is a non add drop site.

Layout

Layout for Site {0} is unlocked to add Fiber Storage.

Layout

Osmine configuration in site {0} is not supported with L-Band.

Layout

Network not managed by Osmine: Site {0} with WXC and WSS is not admitted.

Layout

Hybrid Site Config in a Single-Shelf configuration is only supported for an OADM Site Type.

Generic

Traffic associated to this subnet will be unlocked.

Generic

If traffic subnet will be deleted, this traffic will be unlocked and if it requires a specific traffic subnet topology, it will not be editable until it will associated to another traffic subnet.

Generic

This traffic cannot be edited. It needs to be associated to a valid traffic subnet.


C.3  Information Messages

Information Messages for Cisco Transport Planner are listed in Table C-3:

Table C-3 Information Messages

Message Type
Information Message

Traffic Mapping

No specific anti-ASE node is required for this traffic matrix requirement

Layout

Layout for Site {0} is unlocked to add Fiber Storage

Layout

The generated BOM does not include SONET/SDH units(OC192LR and OC48ELR will be included if applicable).

Layout

Just one move is allowed for Card in Rack {0} - Shelf {1} - Slot {2} (Site {3}).

Layout

Cards in Rack {0} - Shelf {1} - Slot {2} and Rack {3} - Shelf {4} - Slot {5} (Site {6}) belong to a YCable Protection Group and must be moved to the same destination shelf.

Layout

Y cable protection with GE XP / 10GEXP traffic demand in site {0} is not supported with Osmine Configuration.

Layout

Y cable protection with GE XP / 10GEXP / GE EXP / 10GE EXP traffic demand in site {0} is not supported with Osmine Configuration.

Layout

The generated BOM does not include SONET/SDH units(OC192LR and OC48ELR will be included if applicable).

Amplifier algorithm

In {0}, the attenuator {1} is placed between fiber interface and port {2} of {3}.

Amplifier algorithm

This attenuator is present both in BOM and Project Explorer but not in internal connections.


C.4  Traffic Mapping Troubleshooting

The following procedures help you resolve traffic mapping problems with the network design.

C.4.1  Wavelength Exceeded

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that all network analysis solutions exceed the wavelengths.

Table C-4 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-4 Wavelength Exceeded 

Possible Problem

Solution

A span in the ring must carry more than 32 wavelengths to implement the traffic demands.

Remove the forced path routing on unprotected channels:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Service Demands folder, right-click the appropriate demand and choose Edit from the shortcut menu.

2. In the Path column, choose Auto from the drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.

A span in the ring must carry more than 16/8 wavelengths.

Change the traffic mapping design rules under the related subnet and choose an option that allows a greater number of channels:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Subnets folder, expand Traffic Mapping and click System Release.

2. In the Properties pane, choose the new rules option from the C-Band Rules or L-Band Rules drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.4.2  Invalid Routing

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you of invalid routing (out of network boundary).

Table C-5 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-5 Invalid Routing 

Possible Problem

Solution

In a linear network, the direction of each service demand is restricted by the topology but the user applied an unfeasible direction forcing.

Remove the forced path routing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Service Demands folder, right-click the appropriate demand and choose Edit from the shortcut menu.

2. In the Path column of the Edit <demand> dialog box, choose Auto from the drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.4.3  Cannot Find Alternate Route

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that it cannot find an alternate route due to multiple hub nodes along the path.

Table C-6 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-6 Cannot Find Alternate Route 

Possible Problem

Solution

Because a hub node does not allow express channels, if multiple hub nodes are present, not all point-to-point connections are possible.

Remove the hub functionality constraints:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band or L-Band for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Functionality drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.4.4  Cannot Route Service

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that it cannot route service through a hub node.

Table C-7 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-7 Cannot Route Service 

Possible Problem

Solution

Since a hub node does not allow express channels, not all service routes are possible.

Remove the path routing forcing or the hub functionality constraints.

To remove the path routing forcing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Service Demands folder, right-click the appropriate demand and choose Edit from the shortcut menu.

2. In the Path column of the Edit <demand> dialog box, choose Auto from the drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.

To remove the hub functionality constraints:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band or L-Band for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Functionality drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.4.5  Overlapped Services Assigned to the Same Wavelength

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that overlapped services are assigned to the same wavelength.

Table C-8 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-8 Overlapped Services Assigned to the Same Wavelength 

Possible Problem

Solution

Some unprotected channels with assigned wavelengths and directions overlap along the ring.

Remove path routing forcing and/or wavelengths on the specific channels.

To remove the path routing forcing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Service Demands folder, right-click the appropriate demand and choose Edit from the shortcut menu.

2. In the Path column of the Edit <demand> dialog box, choose Auto from the drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.

To remove the wavelength forcing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Service Demands folder, right-click the appropriate demand and choose Edit from the shortcut menu.

2. In the Wavelength column of the Edit <demand> dialog box, choose Auto from the drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.4.6  Protected Services Assigned to the Same Wavelength

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that protected services are assigned to the same wavelength.

Table C-9 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-9 Protected Services Assigned to the Same Wavelength 

Possible Problem

Solution

In ring networks, each protected/P-ring request allocates one wavelength. If more than one protected service is forced on the same wavelength and aggregation is not possible, the network is not feasible.

Remove forced wavelengths on the specific channels:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Service Demands folder, right-click the appropriate demand and choose Edit from the shortcut menu.

2. In the Wavelength column of the Edit <demand> dialog box, choose Auto from the drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.4.7  Cannot Route Service Because of Add/Drop Constraints

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that it cannot route service because of add/drop equipment constraints.

Table C-10 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-10 Cannot Route Service Because of Add/Drop Constraints 

Possible Problem

Solution

Add/drop equipment forcing might prevent express channels in a node, which makes unfeasible some channel routes.

Remove add/drop equipment constraints.

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band or L-Band for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Functionality drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.4.8  Design Requires a ROADM or Full Mux/Demux Site

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that the design requires a ROADM or full multiplexer/demultiplexer site, but no valid site was found.

Table C-11 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-11 Cannot Route Service Because of Add/Drop Constraints 

Possible Problem

Solution

The traffic mapping algorithm might not be able to find a valid solution that respects both the user forcing and the system specifications (in terms of maximum site losses and layout constraints). In such cases, the only possible countermeasure for the algorithm is to upgrade one node to a full capacity node (ROADM or full Mux/Demux). If no valid node is found due to user forcing or equipment locking, the process stops and the network is unfeasible.

Remove any forcing/locking that prevents at least one node from being upgraded to ROADM or full multiplexer/demultiplexer. Conditions that prevent upgrading a node to ROADM or full multiplexer/demultiplexer are:

Site functionality is forced to Add/Drop and site type is forced to OADM

During an upgrade procedure, OADM equipment is locked it the site

To change site functionality and type forcing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band or L-Band for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Functionality drop-down list.

3. Choose Auto from the Type drop-down list.

4. Reanalyze the network.

To unlock OADM equipment:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click Add/Drop under the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the OADM Forcing drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5  Amplifier Troubleshooting

The following procedures help you resolve amplifier-related problems with the network design.

C.5.1  Incompatible DCUs (C-Band)

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that DCUs are incompatible.

Table C-12 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-12 Incompatible DCUs (C-Band) 

Possible Problem

Solution

If the DCUs in the same site are both SMF slope compensating, the cumulative negative dispersion should not be over 1600 ps/nm.

Remove or change one of the forced DCUs:

1. In the Project Explorer, click C-Band Amplifiers.

2. In the Properties pane, choose the desired DCU from the DCU1 and/or DCU2 drop-down lists.

3. Reanalyze the network.

If the DCUs in the same site belong to different types, only the following DCU combinations are allowed: DCU-E-200 and DCU-100, or DCU-E-350, and DCU-100.

Two E-LEAF slope compensating DCUs are not allowed at the same site.


C.5.2  MMU Does Not Have Correct Amplifier (L-Band)

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that an L-band node with an MMU requires that the OPT-AMP-L card is forced as the preamplifier (PRE) and booster amplifier (BST).

Table C-13 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-13 MMU Does Not Have the Correct Amplifier (L-Band) 

Possible Problem

Solution

In L-band, a node with an MMU installed has amplifier forcing other than two OPT-AMP-L amplifier units, one as PRE and one as BST.

Remove any amplifier forcing in the node:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the PRE and BST drop-down lists.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.3  MMU Does Not Have Correct Amplifier (C-Band)

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that a C-band node with an MMU requires both a preamplifier (OPT-PRE) and a booster (OPT-BST).

Table C-14 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-14 MMU Does Not Have the Correct Amplifier (C-Band) 

Possible Problem

Solution

In C-band, a node with an MMU installed requires both OPT-PRE and OPT-BST.

Remove any amplifier forcing in the node:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the PRE and BST drop-down lists.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.4  Output Power or Tilt are Out of Range

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that the output power or tilt are out of range for the amplifier selected.

Table C-15 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-15 Output Power or Tilt are Out of Range 

Possible Problem

Solution

The output power or tilt forced by the user is not within the allowed range based on the algorithm selected and the type of amplifier selected.

Remove or change the forced value:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers or L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Tilt drop-down list in the From Fiber and To Fiber areas. If you force a value, the tilt value limits are -3.0 to +3.0.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.5  Invalid Fiber Values, Types, and Loss Values

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you of one of the following:

Fiber pairs are of invalid types or values

Fibers have a start of life (SOL) total loss greater than an end of life (EOL) total loss

Table C-16 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-16 Invalid Fiber Values, Types, and Loss Values 

Possible Problem

Solution

An attenuator is forced in a site where there is no place to connect.

Remove the attenuator forcing or verify that the attenuator is inserted on the correct side and wavelength:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers or L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, complete one of the following:

Choose Auto from the Attenuator drop-down list in the From Fiber area to remove the forcing.

Verify that the attenuator is inserted on the correct side and wavelength. If not, revise accordingly.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.6  Attenuator Forcing Not Allowed

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that attenuator forcing on channels is not allowed; no add/drop ports are available.

Table C-17 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-17 Attenuator Forcing Not Allowed 

Possible Problem

Solution

Cisco Transport Planner has an attenuator forced in a site where there is no place to connect.

Remove the attenuator forcing or verify that the attenuator is inserted on the correct side and wavelength:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers or L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, complete one of the following:

Choose Auto from the Attenuator drop-down list for the appropriate amplifier.

Verify that the attenuator is inserted on the correct side and wavelength. If not, revise accordingly.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.7  Unavailable Add/Drop Channels

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that an attenuator was present, but add/drop channels are no longer available.

Table C-18 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-18 Unavailable Add/Drop Channels 

Possible Problem

Solution

After a network upgrade, a client was removed but the add/drop attenuator is still forced.

Unlock the add/drop attenuator:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click Client for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the drop-down list for the appropriate Rx and Tx attenuator.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.8  Tilt Forced When No Tilt Design Is Selected

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that tilt is forced for an amplifier although No Tilt Design was selected for the network.

Table C-19 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-19 Tilt Forced When No Tilt Design is Selected 

Possible Problem

Solution

The user forced one or more amplifier tilt setting, but the No Tilt Design option is also selected.

Note To view that No Tilt Design is selected in the Project Explorer, click the appropriate system release under DWDM Design Rules settings in the Subnets folder.

Remove forced tilt for the amplifier:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers or L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Tilt drop-down list for the appropriate amplifier.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.9  Cannot Replace 32-DMX with 32DMX-O

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that 32-DMX cannot be replaced with 32DMX-O as needed because of user forcing.

Table C-20 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-20 Cannot Replace 32-DMX with 32DMX-O 

Possible Problem

Solution

Cisco Transport Planner attempts to use the 32DMX-O card but the 32-DMX card is forced by the user. This could cause an overload of alarms or, if no channel is alarmed, problems during network installation.

If channels dropped at the site are alarmed, allow the use of add/drop attenuators:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Subnets folder, expand DWDM Design Rules and click System Release.

2. In the Properties pane, uncheck No TXT/Line-Card RX Bulk Attenuator Design.

3. Reanalyze the network.

If no channel is alarmed, remove the 32-DMX forcing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click Add/Drop for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Demux drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.10  Preamplifier Working in Invalid Mode

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that a preamplifier is working in an invalid mode.

Table C-21 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-21 Preamplifier Working in Invalid Mode 

Possible Problem

Solution

A preamplifier is working in power control mode. Based on the traffic matrix, channel survivability might not be guaranteed if the fiber is cut or the equipment fails.

If the booster amplifier preceding the preamplifier is forced as None by the user, remove the None forcing on the booster amplifier:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers or L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Tilt drop-down list for the From Fiber (BST) amplifier.

3. Reanalyze the network.

If the span preceding the preamplifier is within the 27 to 30 dB range, use a higher powered C- or L-band rules algorithm (such as, 32 Chs + 5 dBm/ch):

1. In the Project Explorer under the Subnets folder, expand Traffic Mapping and click System Release.

2. In the Properties pane, choose the new rules option from the C-Band Rules or L-Band Rules drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.

If span is greater than 30 dB, the error is unavoidable.


C.5.11  Gain Too Low for an Amplifier

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that an amplifier is working with a gain that is too low.

Table C-22 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-22 Gain Too Low for an Amplifier 

Possible Problem

Solution

An amplifier is working with a gain lower than its minimum capabilities. This could be caused by a span that is too short or by compensation problems (L-band only) coupled with the "Use in-line attenuator" option not selected.

If attenuators are forced or inline attenuators were disabled, remove the forcing on the attenuators:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click Add/Drop for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Attenuator drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.12  Gain Too High for an Amplifier

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that an amplifier is working with a gain that is too high.

Table C-23 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-23 Gain Too High for an Amplifier 

Possible Problem

Solution

An amplifier is working with a gain that is greater than its physical capabilities.

Remove the forcing on the attenuators:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click Add/Drop for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the Attenuator drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.13  User Forcing Overridden

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that user forcing will not be allowed.


Note This is a warning and does not prevent the network from being fully functional. The message is displayed in situations where a forcing configured by the user cannot be respected due to physical constraints since the problem may appear only after several calculation steps. The algorithm notifies the user and ignores the setting to avoid interrupting the analysis.


Table C-24 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-24 User Forcing Overridden 

Possible Problem

Solution

If the warning appears during a network upgrade, this means the installation parameters must be updated because the upgrade is traffic affecting. This warning could also appear after importing a Cisco MetroPlanner 2.5.x network with all output as forcings.

For a network upgrade, unlock the site with the warning.

For a 2.5.x import, if you cannot update the installation parameters, open the design in Cisco MetroPlanner 2.5.x.



Note In the upgrade mode, Cisco Transport Planner remembers all the parameters from last analysis and not from its parent network. A warning with respect to the installation parameters is displayed only when there is a difference between the new values and the values from previous analysis.For example: Create a network design and analyse it. Upgrade the network design and modify some spans. Analyse the upgraded network. A warning message is displayed since some of the installation parameters have changed. Re-analyse the network with making modifications. The warning is no longer displayed since none of the installation parameters have changed. You can create a diff report to identify all the modified installation parameters, see "3.2.14  Viewing Report Differences" section on page 3-32.


C.5.14  Unsupported Configuration

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that the configuration is unsupported because of an excessive number of amplifiers or OSC regeneration sites.

Table C-25 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-25 Unsupported Configuration 

Possible Problem

Solution

The system is working over its specifications.

Revise the design and reanalyze.


C.5.15  Channel Power Near the Fail Threshold

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that the channel power is near the fail threshold.

Table C-26 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-26 Channel Power Near the Fail Threshold 

Possible Problem

Solution

Some thresholds are set to the minimum value allowed; this could lead to some false alarms during network life.

Remove the forcing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers or L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the PRE and BST drop-down lists.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.16  Channel Power Below the Fail Threshold

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that the channel power is below the fail threshold.

Table C-27 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-27  Channel Power Below the Fail Threshold

Possible Problem

Solution

The channel power received by the site is too low, and the fail threshold cannot be set.

Remove the forcing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers or L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the PRE and BST drop-down lists.

3. Reanalyze the network.


C.5.17  OSC Channel Power Below the Fail Threshold

Symptom    Cisco Transport Planner warns you that the OSC channel power is below the fail threshold and that the network is not feasible.

Table C-28 describes the potential causes of the symptom and the solution.

Table C-28 OSC Channel Power Below the Fail Threshold 

Possible Problem

Solution

The OSC channel is not working.

Remove the forcing:

1. In the Project Explorer under the Sites folder, click C-Band Amplifiers or L-Band Amplifiers for the appropriate site.

2. In the Properties pane, choose Auto from the OSC drop-down list.

3. Reanalyze the network.

If the span where the OSC fails is longer than 37 dB, the error is unavoidable.