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 theALERT_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
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/supportLast updated by Meter Support Engineering on 01/23/2026