Config flaps
Overview
The config flaps alert triggers when a Meter device experiences repeated configuration changes in a short period, which may indicate instability or a configuration issue.
Prerequisites
- Dashboard access with Admin or Network Admin permissions
- Alert receivers configured
Configuring the alert
This alert does not have a dedicated screenshot as it shares the standard configuration fields.
Configuration fields
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Enabled | Yes | Toggle to activate or deactivate the alert (default: on) |
| Label | No | Custom name for this alert instance |
| Description | No | Additional notes about this alert |
| Alert type | Yes | Select "Config Flaps" |
| Receiver | Yes | Select from configured receivers |
| Company wide | Yes | Apply to all networks or select specific networks |
| Excluded networks | No | Networks to exclude when Company wide is enabled |
Webhook event
This alert corresponds to the ALERT_CONFIG_FLAPS webhook event. See Config flaps webhook payload for integration details.
What to do when you receive this alert
Configuration flapping can indicate:
- Conflicting configuration changes being applied
- Network instability causing repeated reconnections
- Software issues on the device
Contact Meter Support if you receive this alert to investigate the cause.
Need help?
If you run into any issues or have questions, please reach out to our Support Engineering team by opening a ticket via the Dashboard: https://dashboard.meter.com/support
Last updated by Meter Support Engineering on 01/23/2026