Siemens SINAMICS G120 Drive Fault Codes List (2026)

Siemens SINAMICS G120 Drive Fault Codes List (2026) – Access the complete 2026 reference guide for Siemens SINAMICS G120 fault codes. Learn to diagnose Fxxxxx faults and Axxxxx alarms via IOP-2, Startdrive (TIA Portal), and Smart Access Modules.

The Siemens SINAMICS G120 is a modular inverter system consisting of a Control Unit (CU) and a Power Module (PM). It is the backbone of automation in automotive, logistics, and manufacturing. When a malfunction occurs, the system generates a 5-digit code prefixed with “F” (Fault) or “A” (Alarm), which can be read via the operator panel or TIA Portal.

This guide provides the most updated reference for 2026 to help you interpret these codes and utilize Siemens’ advanced diagnostic tools.

Siemens G120 Fault Codes Reference Table

Use the search bar below or browse the table to identify your specific error code.

Fault Code and MeaningCause and Remedy
F01000
Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • evaluate fault buffer (r0945).
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • if required, check the data on the non-volatile memory (e.g. memory card).
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.
  • replace the Control Unit.

F01001
Floating Point exception

Cause: An exception occurred during an operation with the Floating Point data type. The error may be caused by the basic system or an OA application (e.g., FBLOCKS, DCC).
Note: Refer to r9999 for further information.
r9999[2]: Cause of the Floating Point exception.
  • Bit 0 = 1: Operation invalid
  • Bit 1 = 1: Division by zero
  • Bit 2 = 1: Overflow
  • Bit 3 = 1: Underflow
  • Bit 4 = 1: Inaccurate result




Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • check configuration and signals of the blocks in FBLOCKS.
  • check configuration and signals of DCC charts.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F01002
Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F01003
Acknowledgement delay when accessing the memory

Cause: A memory area was accessed that does not return a ‘READY’. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • contact the Hotline.

N01004 (F, A)
Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred. Fault value (r0949, hexadecimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • read out diagnostics parameter (r9999).
  • contact the Hotline.
  • See also: r9999 (Software error internal supplementary diagnostics)

F01005
File upload/download error

Cause: The upload or download of EEPROM data was unsuccessful. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
yyxxxx hex: yy = component number, xxxx = fault cause
  • xxxx = 000B hex = 11 dec: Power unit component has detected a checksum error.
  • xxxx = 000F hex = 15 dec: The selected power unit will not accept the content of the EEPROM file.
  • xxxx = 0011 hex = 17 dec: Power unit component has detected an internal access error.
  • xxxx = 0012 hex = 18 dec: After several communication attempts, no response from the power unit component.
  • xxxx = 008B hex = 140 dec: EEPROM file for the power unit component not available on the memory card.
  • xxxx = 008D hex = 141 dec: An inconsistent length of the firmware file was signaled.
  • xxxx = 0090 hex = 144 dec: When checking the file that was loaded, the component detected a fault (checksum).
  • xxxx = 0092 hex = 146 dec: This SW or HW does not support the selected function.
  • xxxx = 009C hex = 156 dec: Component with the specified component number is not available (p7828).




Remedy:
Save a suitable firmware file or EEPROM file for upload or download in folder ‘/ee_sac/’ on the memory card.
A01009 (N)
CU: Control module overtemperature

Cause: The temperature (r0037[0]) of the control module (Control Unit) has exceeded the specified limit value.



Remedy:
  • check the air intake for the Control Unit.
  • check the Control Unit fan.
Note: The alarm automatically disappears after the limit value has been undershot.
F01010
Drive type unknown

Cause: An unknown drive type was found.



Remedy:
  • replace Power Module.
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F01015
Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

A01016 (F)
Firmware changed

Cause: At least one firmware file in the directory was illegally changed on the non-volatile memory with respect to the version when shipped from the factory. Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
  • 0: Checksum of one file is incorrect.
  • 1: File missing.
  • 2: Too many files.
  • 3: Incorrect firmware version.
  • 4: Incorrect checksum of the back-up file.




Remedy:
For the non-volatile memory for the firmware, restore the delivery condition.
Note: The file involved can be read out using parameter r9925. The status of the firmware check is displayed using r9926. See also: r9925, r9926.
A01017
Component lists changed

Cause: On the memory card, one file in the directory /SIEMENS/SINAMICS/DATA or /ADDON/SINAMICS/DATA has been illegally changed with respect to that supplied from the factory. No changes are permitted in this directory. Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
zyx dec: x = Problem, y = Directory, z = File name
  • x=1: File does not exist.
  • x=2: Firmware version does not match.
  • x=3: File checksum is incorrect.




Remedy:
For the file on the memory card involved, restore the status originally supplied from the factory.
F01018
Booting has been interrupted several times

Cause: Module booting was interrupted several times. As a consequence, the module boots with the factory setting. Possible reasons:
  • power supply interrupted.
  • CPU crashed.
  • parameterization invalid.




Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on). After switching on, the module reboots from the valid parameterization.
  • restore the valid parameterization.
Examples:
  • a) Carry out a first commissioning, save, carry out a POWER ON.
  • b) Load another valid parameter backup, save, carry out a POWER ON.
Note: If the fault situation is repeated, this fault is output again after several interrupted boots.
A01019
Writing to the removable data medium unsuccessful

Cause: The write access to the removable data medium was unsuccessful.



Remedy:
Remove and check the removable data medium. Then run the data backup again.
A01020
Writing to RAM disk unsuccessful

Cause: A write access to the internal RAM disk was unsuccessful.



Remedy:
Adapt the file size for the system logbook to the internal RAM disk (p9930). See also: p9930 (System logbook activation)
A01021
Removable data medium as USB data storage medium from the PC used

Cause: The removable data medium is used as USB data storage medium from a PC. As a consequence, the drive cannot access the removable data medium. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: The know-how protection as well as the copy protection for the removable data medium is active. Backup is inhibited.
  • 2: The configuration data are only backed up in the Control Unit.
See also: r7760, r9401.



Remedy:
Deactivate the USB connection to the PC and back up the configuration data.
Note: The alarm is automatically canceled when disconnecting the USB connection or when removing the removable data medium.
F01023
Software timeout (internal)

Cause: An internal software timeout has occurred. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

A01028
Configuration error

Cause: The parameterization that was downloaded was generated with a different module type (Order No., MLFB).



Remedy:
Save parameters in a non-volatile fashion (p0971 = 1).
F01030
Sign-of-life failure for master control

Cause: For active PC master control, no sign-of-life was received within the monitoring time. The master control was returned to the active BICO interconnection.



Remedy:
Set the monitoring time higher at the PC or, if required, completely disable the monitoring function. For the commissioning software, the monitoring time is set as follows: -> Commissioning -> Control panel -> Button ‘Fetch master control’.
Notice: The monitoring time should be set as short as possible. A long monitoring time means a late response when the communication fails!
F01033
Units changeover: Reference parameter value invalid

Cause: When changing over the units to the referred representation type, it is not permissible for any of the required reference parameters to be equal to 0.0. Fault value (r0949, parameter): Reference parameter whose value is 0.0. See also: p0505, p0595.



Remedy:
Set the value of the reference parameter to a number different than 0.0. See also: p0304, p0305, p0310, p0596, p2000, p2001, p2002, p2003, r2004.
F01034
Units changeover: Calculation parameter values after reference value change unsuccessful

Cause: The change of a reference parameter meant that for an involved parameter the selected value was not able to be re-calculated in the per unit representation. The change was rejected and the original parameter value restored. Fault value (r0949, parameter): Parameter whose value was not able to be re-calculated. See also: p0304, p0305, p0310, p0596, p2000, p2001, p2002, p2003, r2004.



Remedy:
Select the value of the reference parameter such that the parameter involved can be calculated in the per unit representation. See also: p0304, p0305, p0310, p0596, p2000, p2001, p2002, p2003, r2004.
A01035 (F)
ACX: Parameter back-up file corrupted

Cause: When the Control Unit is booted, no complete data set was found from the parameter back-up files. The last time that the parameterization was saved, it was not completely carried out. It is possible that the backup was interrupted by switching off or withdrawing the memory card. Alarm value (r2124, interpret hexadecimal):
  • aa = 01 hex: Power up was realized without data backup. The drive is in the factory setting.
  • aa = 02 hex: The last available internal backup data record was loaded. The parameterization must be checked.
  • aa = 03 hex: The last available data record from the memory card was loaded. The parameterization must be checked.
  • aa = 04 hex: An invalid data backup was loaded from the memory card into the drive. The drive is in the factory setting.




Remedy:
  • Download the project again with the commissioning software.
  • save all parameters (p0971 = 1 or ‘copy RAM to ROM’).
See also: p0971 (Save parameters).
F01036 (A)
ACX: Parameter back-up file missing

Cause: When downloading the device parameterization, a parameter back-up file PSxxxyyy.ACX associated with a drive object cannot be found. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
  • yyy = 000 –> consistency back-up file
  • yyy = 001 … 062 –> drive object number
  • yyy = 099 –> PROFIBUS parameter back-up file




Remedy:
If you have saved the project data using the commissioning software, carry out a new download for your project. Save using the function ‘Copy RAM to ROM’ or with P0971 = 1. This means that the parameter files are again completely written into the non-volatile memory.
Note: If the project data have not been backed up, then a new first commissioning is required.
F01038 (A)
ACX: Loading the parameter back-up file unsuccessful

Cause: An error has occurred when downloading PSxxxyyy.ACX or PTxxxyyy.ACX files from the non-volatile memory. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
  • 255: Incorrect drive object type.
  • 254: Topology comparison unsuccessful -> drive object type was not able to be identified.
  • Reasons could be: Incorrect component type, Component does not exist, Component not active.




Remedy:
  • If you have saved the project data using the commissioning software, download the project again. Save using the function ‘Copy RAM to ROM’ or with p0971 = 1 so that all of the parameter files are again completely written to the non-volatile memory.
  • replace the memory card or Control Unit.

F01039 (A)
ACX: Writing to the parameter back-up file was unsuccessful

Cause: Writing to at least one parameter back-up file PSxxxyyy.*** in the non-volatile memory was unsuccessful.
  • In the directory /USER/SINAMICS/DATA/ at least one parameter back-up file has the ‘read only’ attribute.
  • There is not sufficient free memory space available.
  • The non-volatile memory is defective and cannot be written to.




Remedy:
  • check the file attribute of the files and, if required, change from ‘read only’ to ‘writeable’.
  • check the free memory space in the non-volatile memory. Approx. 80 kbyte of free memory space is required.
  • replace the memory card or Control Unit.

F01040
Save parameter settings and carry out a POWER ON

Cause: A parameter has been changed that requires the parameters to be backed up and the Control Unit to be switched OFF and ON again.



Remedy:
  • Save parameters (p0971).
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for the Control Unit.

F01042
Parameter error during project download

Cause: An error was detected when downloading a project using the commissioning software (e.g. incorrect parameter value). For the specified parameter, it was detected that dynamic limits were exceeded. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): ccbbaaaa hex, aaaa = Parameter, bb = Index, cc = fault cause.



Remedy:
  • enter the correct value in the specified parameter.
  • identify the parameter that restricts the limits of the specified parameter.

F01043
Fatal error at project download

Cause: A fatal error was detected when downloading a project using the commissioning software. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: Device status cannot be changed to Device Download.
  • 2: Incorrect drive object number.
  • 8: Maximum number of drive objects that can be generated exceeded.
  • Additional causes listed in the manual.




Remedy:
  • use the current version of the commissioning software.
  • modify the offline project and download again.
  • change the drive state (is a drive rotating or is there a message/signal?).
  • carefully note any other messages/signals and remove their cause.
  • boot from previously saved files (power-down/power-up or p0970=10,..).

F01044
CU: Descriptive data error

Cause: An error was detected when loading the descriptive data saved in the non-volatile memory.



Remedy:
Replace the memory card or Control Unit.
A01045
Configuring data invalid

Cause: An error was detected when evaluating the parameter files saved in the non-volatile memory. Because of this, under certain circumstances, several of the saved parameter values were not able to be accepted. Also see r9406 up to r9408.



Remedy:
  • Check the parameters displayed in r9406 up to r9408, and correct these if required.
  • Restore the factory setting using (p0970 = 1) and re-load the project into the drive unit.
  • Then save the parameterization in STARTER using the ‘Copy RAM to ROM’ function or with p0971 = 1. This overwrites the incorrect parameter files.

A01049
It is not possible to write to file

Cause: It is not possible to write into a write-protected file (PSxxxxxx.acx). The write request was interrupted. Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): Drive object number.



Remedy:
Check whether the ‘write protected’ attribute has been set for the files in the non-volatile memory under …/USER/SINAMICS/DATA/… When required, remove write protection and save again (e.g. set p0971 to 1).
F01054
CU: System limit exceeded

Cause: At least one system overload has been identified. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: Computing time load too high (r9976[1]).
  • 5: Peak load too high (r9976[5]).
As long as this fault is present, it is not possible to save the parameters (p0971).



Remedy:
Re fault value = 1, 5: reduce the computing time load of the drive unit (r9976[1] and r9976[5]) to under 100 %.
A01064 (F)
CU: Internal error (CRC)

Cause: CRC error in the Control Unit program memory.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

A01066
Buffer memory: 70% fill level reached or exceeded

Cause: The non-volatile buffer memory for parameter changes is filled to at least 70%. This can also occur if the buffer memory is active (p0014 = 1) and parameters are continually changed via a fieldbus system.



Remedy:
If required, de-activate and clear the buffer memory (p0014 = 0 or 2). In the following cases, the entries in the buffer memory are transferred into the ROM and then the buffer memory is cleared:
  • p0971 = 1
  • power down/power up the Control Unit
See also: p0014 (Buffer memory mode)
A01067
Buffer memory: 100% fill level reached

Cause: The non-volatile buffer memory for parameter changes is filled to 100%. All additional parameter changes will no longer be taken into account in the non-volatile buffer memory. However, parameter changes can still be made in the volatile memory (RAM).



Remedy:
If required, de-activate and clear the buffer memory (p0014 = 0 or 2). In the following cases, the entries in the buffer memory are transferred into the ROM and then the buffer memory is cleared:
  • p0971 = 1
  • power down/power up the Control Unit
See also: p0014 (Buffer memory mode)
F01068
CU: Data memory memory overflow

Cause: The utilization for a data memory area is too large. Fault value (r0949, interpret binary):
  • Bit 0 = 1: High-speed data memory 1 overloaded
  • Bit 1 = 1: High-speed data memory 2 overloaded
  • Bit 2 = 1: High-speed data memory 3 overloaded
  • Bit 3 = 1: High-speed data memory 4 overloaded




Remedy:
  • de-activate the function module.
  • de-activate drive object.
  • remove the drive object from the target topology.

A01069
Parameter backup and device incompatible

Cause: The parameter backup on the memory card and the drive unit do not match. The module boots with the factory settings. Example: Devices A and B are not compatible and a memory card with the parameter backup for device A is inserted in device B.



Remedy:
  • insert a memory card with compatible parameter backup and carry out a POWER ON.
  • insert a memory card without parameter backup and carry out a POWER ON.
  • If required, withdraw the memory card and carry out POWER ON.
  • save the parameters (p0971 = 1).

F01072
Memory card restored from the backup copy

Cause: The Control Unit was switched-off while writing to the memory card. This is why the visible partition became defective. After switching on, the data from the non-visible partition (backup copy) were written to the visible partition.



Remedy:
Check that the firmware and parameterization is up-to-date.
A01073
POWER ON required for backup copy on memory card

Cause: The parameter assignment on the visible partition of the memory card has changed. In order that the backup copy on the memory card is updated on the non-visible partition, it is necessary to carry out a POWER ON or hardware reset (p0972) of the Control Unit.
Note: It is possible that a new POWER ON is requested via this alarm (e.g. after saving with p0971 = 1).



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for the Control Unit.
  • carry out a hardware reset (RESET button, p0972).

F01105 (A)
CU: Insufficient memory

Cause: Too many data sets are configured on this Control Unit. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
reduce the number of data sets.
F01107
Save to memory card unsuccessful

Cause: A data save to the memory card was not able to be successfully carried out.
  • Memory card is defective.
  • Insufficient space on memory card.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): 1: File on RAM not opened, 2: File on RAM not read, 3: New directory not created, 4: New file not created, 5: New file not written.



Remedy:
  • try to save again.
  • replace the memory card or Control Unit.

F01112
CU: Power unit not permissible

Cause: The connected power unit cannot be used together with this Control Unit. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): 1: Power unit is not supported (e.g. PM340).



Remedy:
Replace the power unit that is not permissible by a component that is permissible.
F01120 (A)
Terminal initialization has failed

Cause: An internal software error occurred while the terminal functions were being initialized. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.
  • replace the Control Unit.

F01122 (A)
Frequency at the measuring probe input too high

Cause: The frequency of the pulses at the measuring probe input is too high. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: DI 1 (term. 6)
  • 2: DI 3 (term. 8)




Remedy:
Reduce the frequency of the pulses at the measuring probe input.
F01205
CU: Time slice overflow

Cause: Insufficient computation time. Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
Contact the Hotline.
F01250
CU: CU-EEPROM incorrect read-only data

Cause: Error when reading the read-only data of the EEPROM in the Control Unit. Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON.
  • replace the Control Unit.

A01251
CU: CU-EEPROM incorrect read-write data

Cause: Error when reading the read-write data of the EEPROM in the Control Unit. Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
For alarm value r2124 < 256, the following applies:
  • carry out a POWER ON.
  • replace the Control Unit.
For alarm value r2124 >= 256, the following applies:
  • clear the fault memory (p0952 = 0).
  • replace the Control Unit.

F01257
CU: Firmware version out of date

Cause: The Control Unit firmware is too old.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
bbbbbbaa hex: aa = unsupported component
  • aa = 01 hex: Firmware does not support the Control Unit.
  • aa = 02 hex: Firmware does not support the Control Unit.
  • aa = 03 hex: Firmware does not support the Power Module.
  • aa = 04 hex: Firmware does not support the Control Unit.




Remedy:
Re fault value = 1, 2, 4:
  • Upgrade the firmware of the Control Unit.
For fault value = 3:
  • Upgrade the firmware of the Control Unit.
  • Replace the Power Module by a component that is supported.

F01340
Topology: Too many components on one line

Cause: For the selected communications clock cycle, too many DRIVE-CLiQ components are connected to one line of the Control Unit.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
xyy hex: x = fault cause, yy = component number or connection number.
  • 1yy: Communications clock cycle is not sufficient for all read transfers.
  • 2yy: Communications clock cycle is not sufficient for all write transfers.
  • 3yy: Cyclic communication is fully utilized.
  • 4yy: DRIVE-CLiQ cycle starts too early. Sign-of-life errors can be expected.
  • 5yy: Internal buffer overflow for net data.
  • 6yy: Internal buffer overflow for receive data.
  • 7yy: Internal buffer overflow for send data.
  • 8yy: Component clock cycles cannot be combined.
  • 900: Lowest common multiple of the clock cycles is too high.
  • 901: Lowest common multiple of the clock cycles cannot be generated.




Remedy:
  • check the DRIVE-CLiQ connection.
  • Reduce the number of components on the DRIVE-CLiQ line involved.
Re fault value = 1yy – 4yy in addition:
  • increase the sampling times (p0112, p0115, p4099).
  • if necessary, reduce the number of cyclically calculated blocks (DCC) and/or function blocks (FBLOCKS).
  • reduce the function modules (r0108).

F01505 (A)
BICO: Interconnection cannot be established

Cause: A PROFIdrive telegram has been set (p0922). An interconnection contained in the telegram was not able to be established.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
Parameter receiver that should be changed.



Remedy:
Establish another interconnection.
F01510
BICO: Signal source is not float type

Cause: The requested connector output does not have the correct data type. This interconnection is not established.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
Parameter number to which an interconnection should be made (connector output).



Remedy:
Interconnect this connector input with a connector output having a float data type.
F01511 (A)
BICO: Interconnection with different scalings

Cause: The requested BICO interconnection was established. However, a conversion is made between the BICO output and BICO input using the reference values.
  • the BICO output has different normalized units than the BICO input.
  • message only for interconnections within a drive object.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
Parameter number of the BICO input (signal sink).



Remedy:
Not necessary.
F01512
BICO: No scaling available

Cause: An attempt was made to determine a conversion factor for a scaling that does not exist.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
Unit (e.g. corresponding to SPEED) for which an attempt was made to determine a factor.



Remedy:
Apply scaling or check the transfer value.
F01513 (N, A)
BICO: Interconnection cross DO with different scalings

Cause: The requested BICO interconnection was established. However, a conversion is made between the BICO output and BICO input using the reference values. An interconnection is made between different drive objects and the BICO output has different normalized units than the BICO input or the normalized units are the same but the reference values are different.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
Parameter number of the BICO input (signal sink).



Remedy:
Not necessary.
A01514 (F)
BICO: Error when writing during a reconnect

Cause: During a reconnect operation (e.g. while booting or downloading) a parameter was not able to be written to.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
Parameter number of the BICO input (signal sink).



Remedy:
Not necessary.
F01515 (A)
BICO: Writing to parameter not permitted as the master control is active

Cause: When changing the number of CDS or when copying from CDS, the master control is active.



Remedy:
If required, return the master control and repeat the operation.
A01590 (F)
Drive: Motor maintenance interval expired

Cause: The selected service/maintenance interval for this motor was reached.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
Motor data set number.
See also: p0650, p0651



Remedy:
carry out service/maintenance and reset the service/maintenance interval (p0651).
F01600
SI P1: STOP A initiated

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function on processor 1 has detected an error and initiated a STOP A.
  • forced checking procedure of the safety shutdown path on processor 1 unsuccessful.
  • subsequent response to fault F01611 (defect in a monitoring channel).
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
0: Stop request from processor 2.
1005: Pulses suppressed although STO not selected and there is no internal STOP A present.



Remedy:
  • select Safe Torque Off and de-select again.
For fault value = 9999:
  • carry out diagnostics for fault F01611.
Note: STO: Safe Torque Off
F01611 (A)
SI P1: Defect in a monitoring channel

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function on processor 1 has detected a fault in the crosswise data comparison between the two monitoring channels and has initiated a STOP F. Fault F01600 is output as a consequence of this fault.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
Indicates the number or type of cross-compared data that resulted in the fault, including various PROFIsafe fault values.



Remedy:
Remedy depends on the specific fault value. General steps include:
  • check the cross data comparison that resulted in a STOP F.
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • check wiring of the F-DI (contact problems).
  • Remove contact problems/faults at the PROFIBUS master/PROFINET controller.
  • Check and correct PROFIsafe parameters as detailed in the manual for specific fault values (6064-6166).
  • If fault persists, contact the Hotline or replace the Control Unit.

N01620 (F, A)
SI P1: Safe Torque Off active

Cause: The ‘Safe Torque Off’ (STO) function has been selected on processor 1 using the input terminal and is active. This message does not result in a safety stop response.



Remedy:
Not necessary.
F01625
SI P1: Sign-of-life error in safety data

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function on processor 1 has detected an error in the sign-of-life of the safety data and initiated a STOP A.
  • there is a communication error between processor 1 and processor 2 or communication has failed.
  • a time slice overflow of the safety software has occurred.




Remedy:
  • select Safe Torque Off and de-select again.
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • check whether additional faults are present and if required, perform diagnostics.
  • check the electrical cabinet design and cable routing for EMC compliance.

F01649
SI P1: Internal software error

Cause: An internal error in the Safety Integrated software on processor 1 has occurred. This fault results in a STOP A that cannot be acknowledged.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • re-commission the ‘Safety Integrated’ function and carry out a POWER ON.
  • contact the Hotline.
  • replace Control Unit.

F01650
SI P1: Acceptance test required

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function on processor 1 requires an acceptance test. This fault results in a STOP A that can be acknowledged.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Indicates the reason for the test, such as first-time commissioning, checksum mismatch, safety parameter change, or project download.



Remedy:
Remedy depends on the fault value. General steps include:
  • carry out safety commissioning routine.
  • check the safety parameters on processor 1 and adapt the reference checksum (p9799).
  • enable the safety-related functions on processor 1 and check processor 2 (p9601 = p9801).
  • Carry out an acceptance test and generate an acceptance report.
  • replace the memory card or Control Unit.

F01651
SI P1: Synchronization safety time slices unsuccessful

Cause: The ‘Safety Integrated’ function requires synchronization of the safety time slices between processor 1 and processor 2. This synchronization was unsuccessful. This fault results in a STOP A that cannot be acknowledged.



Remedy:
Carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
F01653
SI P1: PROFIBUS/PROFINET configuration error

Cause: There is a PROFIBUS/PROFINET configuration error for using Safety Integrated monitoring functions with a higher-level control. This fault results in a STOP A that cannot be acknowledged.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Specific codes indicate issues like safety slot for receive/send data not configured, unknown format, or incorrect length.



Remedy:
The following generally applies:
  • check and, if necessary, correct the PROFIBUS/PROFINET configuration of the safety slot on the master side.
  • upgrade the Control Unit software.
  • For specific fault values, configure the correct PROFIsafe telegram or enable/disable PROFIsafe in the drive to match the F-PLC.

A01654 (F)
SI P1: Deviating PROFIsafe configuration

Cause: The configuration of a PROFIsafe telegram in the higher-level control (F-PLC) does not match the parameterization in the drive.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: A PROFIsafe telegram is configured in the F-PLC, but PROFIsafe is not enabled in the drive (p9601.3).
2: PROFIsafe is parameterized in the drive, but a PROFIsafe telegram has not been configured in the F-PLC.



Remedy:
The following generally applies:
  • check and, if necessary, correct the PROFIsafe configuration in the higher-level control.
Re alarm value = 1:
  • remove the PROFIsafe configuring in the F-PLC or enable PROFIsafe in the drive.
Re alarm value = 2:
  • configure the PROFIsafe telegram to match the parameterization in the F-PLC.

F01655
SI P1: Align monitoring functions

Cause: An error has occurred when aligning the Safety Integrated monitoring functions on processor 1 and processor 2. No common set of supported SI monitoring functions was able to be determined. There is a communication error between processor 1 and processor 2.
Note: This fault results in a STOP A that cannot be acknowledged.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • check the electrical cabinet design and cable routing for EMC compliance.

F01656
SI P1: Parameter processor 2 parameter error

Cause: When accessing the Safety Integrated parameters for the processor 2 in the non-volatile memory, an error has occurred. This fault results in a STOP A that can be acknowledged.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 129: Safety parameters for processor 2 corrupted.
  • 131: Internal software error.
  • 132: Communication errors when uploading or downloading the safety parameters.
  • 255: Internal software error on the Control Unit.




Remedy:
  • re-commission the safety functions.
  • replace the memory card or Control Unit.
  • For value 132: check EMC compliance.

F01658
SI P1: PROFIsafe telegram number not suitable

Cause: The PROFIsafe telegram number in p60022 is unsuitable for the enabled safety functions. Possible causes:
  • When PROFIsafe is not enabled (p9601.3 = 0), then it is not permissible to select a PROFIsafe telegram in p60022.
  • When PROFIsafe is enabled (p9601.3 = 1), then a PROFIsafe telegram must be selected in p60022.
  • When transfer of F-DIs via PROFIsafe is selected (p9501.30 = 1), then telegram 900 must be selected.




Remedy:
Select the telegram number that matches the Safety functions that have been enabled. See also: p9501, p9601, p60022
F01659
SI P1: Write request for parameter rejected

Cause: The write request for one or several Safety Integrated parameters on processor 1 was rejected.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: Safety Integrated password is not set.
  • 2: Reset of drive parameters was selected while Safety Integrated is enabled.
  • 3: The interconnected STO input is in the simulation mode.
  • 10, 14, 15, 18, 20, 21: An attempt was made to enable a safety function that is not supported by the hardware.
  • 26: Attempt to activate simulation mode on a digital input used by Safety.




Remedy:
Remedy depends on the fault value:
  • 1: set the Safety Integrated password (p9761).
  • 2: Inhibit Safety Integrated, then reset the drive parameters again.
  • 3: end the simulation mode for the digital input (p0795).
  • 10, 14, 15, 18, 20, 21: check for alignment faults (F01655, F30655), or use a Control/Power Module that supports the required function.

F01660
SI P1: Safety-related functions not supported

Cause: The Power Module does not support the safety-related functions. Safety Integrated cannot be commissioned.
Note: This fault does not result in a safety stop response.



Remedy:
use a Power Module that supports the safety-related functions.
F01661
SI P1: Simulation of the safety inputs active

Cause: The simulation of the digital inputs of the Control Unit (p0795) is active. It is not permissible that safety inputs are simulated.
Fault value (r0949, interpret binary):
The displayed bits indicate which digital inputs must not be simulated.



Remedy:
  • Deactivate the simulation of the digital inputs of the Control Unit for the safety inputs (p0795).
  • acknowledge fault.

F01662
Error internal communications

Cause: A module-internal communication error has occurred.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F01663
SI P1: Copying the SI parameters rejected

Cause: One of the following values is saved in p9700 or was entered offline: 87 or 208. This is the reason that when booting, an attempt is made to copy SI parameters from processor 1 to processor 2. However, no safety-relevant function has been selected on processor 1 (p9501 = 0, p9601 = 0).
Note: This fault does not result in a safety stop response.



Remedy:
  • Set p9700 to 0.
  • Check p9501 and/or p9601 and if required, correct.
  • Restart the copying function by entering the corresponding value into p9700.
See also: p9700 (SI copy function)
F01665
SI P1: System is defective

Cause: A system defect was detected before the last boot or in the actual one. The system might have been rebooted (reset).
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
200000 hex, 400000 hex, 8000yy hex (yy any): Fault in the actual booting/operation. Additional values: defect before the last time that the system booted.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.
Re fault value = 200000 hex, 400000 hex, 8000yy hex (yy any):
  • ensure that the Control Unit is connected to the Power Module.

A01666 (F)
SI Motion P1: Steady-state (static) 1 signal at the F-DI for safety-relevant acknowledgement

Cause: A logical 1 signal is present at the F-DI configured in p10006 for more than 10 seconds. If, at the F-DI no acknowledgment was performed for safe acknowledgment, then a steady-state logical and 0 signal must be present. This avoids unintentional safety-relevant acknowledgement if a wire breaks.



Remedy:
Set the fail-safe digital input (F-DI) to a logical 0 signal (p10006).
Note: F-DI: Failsafe Digital Input
A01669 (F, N)
SI Motion: Unfavorable combination of motor and power unit

Cause: The combination of motor and power unit used is not suitable for using safe motion monitoring functions without an encoder. The ratio between the power unit rated current (r0207[0]) and rated motor current (p0305) is greater than 5.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
Number of the motor data set, which caused the fault.
Notice: If this alarm is not observed, then message C01711 or C30711 – with the value 1041 … 1044 – can sporadically occur.



Remedy:
Use a suitable power unit with a lower power rating or a motor with a higher power rating.
F01680
SI Motion P1: Checksum error safety monitoring functions

Cause: The actual checksum calculated by the drive and entered in r9728 via the safety-relevant parameters does not match the reference checksum saved in p9729 at the last machine acceptance. Safety-relevant parameters have been changed or a fault is present.
Note: This fault results in a STOP A that can be acknowledged.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
0: Checksum error for SI parameters for motion monitoring.
1: Checksum error for SI parameters for actual values.
2: Checksum error for SI parameters for component assignment.



Remedy:
  • check the safety-relevant parameters and if required, correct.
  • execute the function ‘Copy RAM to ROM’.
  • perform a POWER ON if safety parameters requiring a POWER ON have been modified.
  • carry out an acceptance test.

F01681
SI Motion P1: Incorrect parameter value

Cause: The parameter cannot be parameterized with this value.
Note: This fault does not result in a safety stop response.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
yyyyxxxx dec: yyyy = supplementary information, xxxx = parameter. yyyy = 0: No information available.
xxxx = 9501: It is not permissible to enable the function ‘n < nx hysteresis and filtering' (p9501.16) in conjunction with 'Extended functions without selection' (p9601.5).



Remedy:
Correct the parameter value. If xxxx = 9547: With hysteresis/filtering enabled (p9501.16 = 1), set parameters p9546/p9346 and p9547/p9347 according to the rule: p9546 >= 2 x p9547; p9346 >= 2 x p9347. If xxxx = 9522 and 9585: Correct parameters.
F01682
SI Motion P1: Monitoring function not supported

Cause: The monitoring function enabled in p9501, p9601 or p9801 is not supported in this firmware version.
Note: This fault results in a STOP A that cannot be acknowledged.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Lists various monitoring functions that are not supported (e.g., SLP, SCA, SLS override, etc.).



Remedy:
De-select the monitoring function involved (p9501, p9601, p9801).
F01683
SI Motion P1: SLS enable missing

Cause: The safety-relevant function ‘SLS’ is not enabled in p9501 although other safety-relevant monitoring functions are enabled.
Note: This fault does not result in a safety stop response.



Remedy:
Enable the function ‘SLS’ (p9501.0) and carry out a POWER ON.
Note: Save the changes before POWER ON (copy from RAM to ROM).
F01690
SI Motion: Data save problem for the NVRAM

Cause: There is not sufficient memory space in the NVRAM on the drive to save parameters r9781 and r9782 (safety logbook).
Note: This fault does not result in a safety stop response.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
0: There is no physical NVRAM available in the drive.
1: There is no longer any free memory space in the NVRAM.



Remedy:
For fault value = 0:
  • use a Control Unit NVRAM.
For fault value = 1:
  • de-select functions that are not required and that take up memory space in the NVRAM.
  • contact the Hotline.

F01692
SI Motion P1: Parameter value not permitted for encoderless

Cause: For encoderless motion monitoring functions, the parameter cannot be parameterized with this value.
Note: This fault does not result in a safety stop response.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
Parameter number with the incorrect value.



Remedy:
Correct the parameter specified in the fault value. See also: p9501 (SI Motion enable safety functions (processor 1))
A01693 (F)
SI Motion P1: Safety parameter setting changed, POWER ON required

Cause: Safety parameters have been changed; these will only take effect following a POWER ON.
Notice: All changed parameters of the safety motion monitoring functions will only take effect following a POWER ON.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
Parameter number of the safety parameter which has changed, necessitating a POWER ON.



Remedy:
  • execute the function ‘Copy RAM to ROM’.
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).

A01696 (F)
SI Motion: Testing of the motion monitoring functions selected when booting

Cause: The test of the motion monitoring functions was already illegally active when booting. This is the reason that the test is only carried out again after selecting the forced checking procedure parameterized in p9705.
Note: This message does not result in a safety stop response.



Remedy:
De-select the forced checking procedure of the safety motion monitoring functions and then select again. The signal source for initiation is parameterized in binector input p9705. See also: p9705 (SI Motion: Test stop signal source)
A01697 (F)
SI Motion: Motion monitoring functions must be tested

Cause: The time set in p9559 for the forced checking procedure of the safety motion monitoring functions has been exceeded. A new test is required. After next selecting the forced checking procedure, the message is withdrawn.
Note: This message does not result in a safety stop response. The test must be performed within a defined maximum time interval (p9559, max 9000 hours).



Remedy:
Carry out the forced checking procedure of the safety motion monitoring functions. The signal source for initiation is parameterized in binector input p9705. See also: p9705 (SI Motion: Test stop signal source)
A01698 (F)
SI P1: Commissioning mode active

Cause: The commissioning of the ‘Safety Integrated’ function is selected. This message is withdrawn after the safety functions have been commissioned.
Note: This message does not result in a safety stop response. In the safety commissioning mode, the ‘STO’ function is internally selected.



Remedy:
Not necessary. See also: p0010 (Drive commissioning parameter filter)
A01699 (F)
SI P1: Shutdown path must be tested

Cause: The time set in p9659 for the forced checking procedure of the safety shutdown paths has been exceeded. The safety shutdown paths must be re-tested. After the next time the ‘STO’ function is de-selected, the message is withdrawn.
Note: This message does not result in a safety stop response. The test must be performed within a defined maximum time interval (p9659, max 9000 hours).



Remedy:
Select STO and then de-select again.
C01700
SI Motion P1: STOP A initiated

Cause: The drive is stopped via a STOP A (pulses are suppressed via the safety shutdown path of processor 1). Possible causes:
  • stop request from processor 2.
  • Pulses not suppressed after test stop selection.
  • subsequent response to various messages (C01706, C01714, C01701).




Remedy:
  • remove the cause of the fault on the monitoring channel of processor 2.
  • carry out diagnostics routines for related messages.
  • check the shutdown path of processor 1.
  • replace Power Module.
  • replace Control Unit.
This message can be acknowledged without a POWER ON as follows: via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C01701
SI Motion P1: STOP B initiated

Cause: The drive is stopped via a STOP B (braking along the OFF3 deceleration ramp). As a result of this fault, after the speed threshold in p9560 is fallen below, message C01700 ‘STOP A initiated’ is output. Possible causes:
  • stop request from processor 2.
  • subsequent response to various messages (C01714, C01711, C01707).




Remedy:
  • remove the cause of the fault on the monitoring channel of processor 2.
  • carry out diagnostics routines for related messages.
This message can be acknowledged without a POWER ON as follows: motion monitoring functions integrated in the drive: F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C01706
SI Motion P1: SAM/SBR limit exceeded

Cause: For motion monitoring functions with set acceleration monitoring (SAM, p9506 = 3) or brake ramp monitoring (SBR, p9506 = 1), after initiating STOP B (SS1) or SLS changeover, the velocity has exceeded the selected tolerance. The drive is shut down by the message C01700 ‘SI Motion: STOP A initiated’.



Remedy:
Check the braking behavior and, if necessary, adapt the parameterization of the ‘SAM’ or ‘SBR’ function. This message can be acknowledged without a POWER ON as follows: motion monitoring functions integrated in the drive: via F-DI or PROFIsafe. See also: p9548, p9581, p9582, p9583.
C01711
SI Motion P1: Defect in a monitoring channel

Cause: When cross-comparing the two monitoring channels, the drive detected a difference between the input data or results of the monitoring functions and initiated a STOP F. One of the monitoring functions no longer reliably functions. If at least one monitoring function is active, then message C01701 ‘SI Motion: STOP B initiated’ is output.
Message value (r2124, interpret decimal): Indicates the specific cross-compared data that resulted in the fault, ranging from status images, position values, limit values, to various internal checks and PROFIsafe errors.



Remedy:
Remedy is highly dependent on the message value. General steps include:
  • Re message value = 0: Note the error message of the other monitoring channel.
  • Re message value = 3: Check gear parameters; increase ramp-up/down time.
  • Re message value = 1 … 999: Check the crosswise-compared parameters; copy safety parameters; POWER ON.
  • Re message value = 1000 and 1001: Investigate F-DI signal; POWER ON.
  • Re PROFIsafe values (6000-6999): Refer to safety fault F01611.
If issues persist, upgrade software, contact Hotline, or replace Control Unit.
C01712
SI Motion P1: Defect in F-IO processing

Cause: When cross checking and comparing the two monitoring channels, the drive detected a difference between parameters or results of the F-IO processing and initiated a STOP F. Safe operation is no longer possible. The safety message C01711 with message value 0 is also displayed. If at least one monitoring function is active, then safety message C01701 ‘SI Motion: STOP B initiated’ is output.
Message value (r2124, interpret decimal): Number of the cross-compared data that resulted in this message (e.g., discrepancy times, input terminals, debounce times).



Remedy:
  • check parameterization in the parameters involved and correct if required.
  • ensure equality by copying the SI data to processor 2 and then carry out an acceptance test.
Note: This message can be acknowledged via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C01714
SI Motion P1: Safely-Limited Speed exceeded

Cause: The drive has moved faster than that specified by the velocity limit value (p9531). The drive is stopped as a result of the configured stop response (p9563).
Message value (r2124, interpret decimal):
100: SLS1 exceeded.
200: SLS2 exceeded.
300: SLS3 exceeded.
400: SLS4 exceeded.



Remedy:
  • check the traversing/motion program in the control.
  • check the limits for ‘Safely-Limited Speed (SLS)’ and if required, adapt (p9531).
This message can be acknowledged as follows: via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C01716
SI Motion P1: Tolerance for safe motion direction exceeded

Cause: The tolerance for the ‘safe motion direction’ function was exceeded. The drive is stopped as a result of the configured stop response (p9566).
Message value (r9749, interpret decimal):
0: Tolerance for the ‘safe motion direction positive’ function exceeded.
1: Tolerance for the ‘safe motion direction negative’ function exceeded.



Remedy:
  • check the traversing/motion program in the control.
  • check the tolerance for ‘SDI’ function and if required, adapt (p9564).
This message can be acknowledged as follows: Deselect the ‘SDI’ function and select again. Perform a safe acknowledgment via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C01770
SI Motion P1: Discrepancy error of the failsafe inputs

Cause: The fail-safe digital inputs (F-DI) show a different state longer than that parameterized in p10002 / p10102.
Fault value (r0949, interpret binary):
Bit 0: Discrepancy error for F-DI 0
Bit 1: Discrepancy error for F-DI 1
Note: If several discrepancy errors occur consecutively, then this fault is only signaled for the first error that occurs.



Remedy:
check the wiring of the F-DI (contact problems).
Note: This message can be acknowledged via F-DI or PROFIsafe. Discrepancy errors can only be fully acknowledged after the cause is resolved and safe acknowledgement is performed. For cyclic switching, it may be necessary to adapt the discrepancy time based on the switching frequency and debounce time.
A01796 (F, N)
SI P1: Wait for communication

Cause: The drive waits for communication to be established to execute the safety-relevant motion monitoring functions.
Note: In this state, the pulses are safely suppressed.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
3: Wait for communication to be established to PROFIsafe F-Host.



Remedy:
If, after a longer period of time, the message is not automatically withdrawn, the following checks have to be made:
  • Check any other PROFIsafe communication messages/signals present and evaluate them.
  • check the operating state of the F-Host.
  • Check the communication connection to the F Host.
See also: p9601, p9801
C01798
SI Motion P1: Test stop running

Cause: The test stop is active.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The message is withdrawn when the test stop is finished.
C01799
SI Motion P1: Acceptance test mode active

Cause: The acceptance test mode is active.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The message is withdrawn when exiting the acceptance test mode.
A01900 (F)
PROFIBUS: Configuration telegram error

Cause: A PROFIBUS master attempts to establish a connection using an incorrect configuring telegram.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
  • 2: Too many PZD data words for input or output.
  • 3: Uneven number of bytes for input or output.
  • 211: Unknown parameterizing block.
  • 501: PROFIsafe parameter error (e.g. F_dest).
  • 502: PROFIsafe telegram does not match.




Remedy:
Check the bus configuration on the master and slave sides.
Re alarm value = 2: Check the number of data words for input and output.
Re alarm value = 211: Ensure offline version <= online version.
Re alarm value = 501: Check the set PROFIsafe address (p9610).
Re alarm value = 502: Check the enable of F-DI (p9501.30).
F01910 (N, A)
Fieldbus interface setpoint timeout

Cause: The reception of setpoints from the fieldbus interface has been interrupted.
  • bus connection interrupted.
  • communication partner switched off.
  • For PROFIBUS: PROFIBUS master set into the STOP state.




Remedy:
Ensure bus connection has been established and switch on communication peer.
  • if required, adapt p2040.
  • For PROFIBUS: set the PROFIBUS master to the RUN state.

A01920 (F)
PROFIBUS: Interruption cyclic connection

Cause: The cyclic connection to the PROFIBUS master is interrupted.



Remedy:
Establish the PROFIBUS connection and activate the PROFIBUS master in the cyclic mode.
A01945
PROFIBUS: Connection to the Publisher failed

Cause: For PROFIBUS peer-to-peer data transfer, the connection to at least one Publisher has failed.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret binary): Bit 0 to 15 indicates which publisher connection failed.



Remedy:
Check the PROFIBUS cables. See also: r2077 (PROFIBUS diagnostics peer-to-peer data transfer addresses)
F01946 (A)
PROFIBUS: Connection to the Publisher aborted

Cause: The connection to at least one Publisher for PROFIBUS peer-to-peer data transfer in cyclic operation has been aborted.
Fault value (r0949, interpret binary): Bit 0 to 15 indicates which publisher connection was aborted.



Remedy:
  • check the PROFIBUS cables.
  • check the state of the Publisher that has the aborted connection.
See also: r2077 (PROFIBUS diagnostics peer-to-peer data transfer addresses)
F01951
CU SYNC: Synchronization application clock cycle missing

Cause: Internal synchronization of the application cycles unsuccessful.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade the Control Unit software.

A01953
CU SYNC: Synchronization not completed

Cause: After the drive system was powered up, synchronization between the basic clock cycle and application clock cycle was started but was not completed within the selected time tolerance.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
Carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
A02050
Trace: Start not possible

Cause: The trace has already been started.



Remedy:
Stop the trace and, if necessary, start again.
A02055
Trace: Recording time too short

Cause: The trace duration is too short. The minimum is twice the value of the trace clock cycle.



Remedy:
Check the selected recording time and, if necessary, adjust.
A02056
Trace: Recording cycle too short

Cause: The selected recording clock cycle is lower than the basic clock cycle 500μs.



Remedy:
Increase the value for the trace cycle.
A02057
Trace: Time slice clock cycle invalid

Cause: The time slice clock cycle selected does not match any of the existing time slices.



Remedy:
Enter an existing time slice clock cycle. The existing time slices can be read out via p7901. See also: r7901 (Sampling times)
A02058
Trace: Time slice clock cycle for endless trace not valid

Cause: The selected time slice clock cycle cannot be used for the endless trace.



Remedy:
Enter the clock cycle of an existing time slice with a cycle time >= 2 ms for up to 4 recording channels or >= 4 ms from 5 recording channels per trace. The existing time slices can be read out via p7901. See also: r7901 (Sampling times)
A02059
Trace: Time slice clock cycle for 2 x 8 recording channels not valid

Cause: The selected time slice clock cycle cannot be used for more than 4 recording channels.



Remedy:
Enter the clock cycle of an existing time slice with a cycle time >= 4 ms or reduce the number of recording channels to 4 per trace. The existing time slices can be read out via p7901. See also: r7901 (Sampling times)
A02060
Trace: Signal to be traced missing

Cause:
  • a signal to be traced was not specified.
  • the specified signals are not valid.




Remedy:
  • specify the signal to be traced.
  • check whether the relevant signal can be traced.

A02061
Trace: Invalid signal

Cause:
  • the specified signal does not exist.
  • the specified signal can no longer be traced (recorded).




Remedy:
  • specify the signal to be traced.
  • check whether the relevant signal can be traced.

A02062
Trace: Invalid trigger signal

Cause:
  • a trigger signal was not specified.
  • the specified signal does not exist.
  • the specified signal is not a fixed-point signal.
  • the specified signal cannot be used as a trigger signal for the trace.




Remedy:
Specify a valid trigger signal.
A02063
Trace: Invalid data type

Cause: The specified data type to select a signal using a physical address is invalid.



Remedy:
Use a valid data type.
A02070
Trace: Parameter cannot be changed

Cause: The trace parameter settings cannot be changed when the trace is active.



Remedy:
  • stop the trace before parameterization.
  • if required, start the trace.

A02075
Trace: Pretrigger time too long

Cause: The selected pretrigger time must be shorter than the trace time.



Remedy:
Check the pretrigger time setting and change if necessary.
F02080
Trace: Parameterization deleted due to unit changeover

Cause: The trace parameterization in the drive unit was deleted due to a unit changeover or a change in the reference parameters.



Remedy:
Restart trace.
A02097
MTrace: multiple trace cannot be activated

Cause: The following functions or settings are not permissible in conjunction with a multiple trace:
  • measuring function.
  • long-time trace
  • trigger condition ‘immediate recording start’ (IMMEDIATE)
  • trigger condition ‘start with function generator’ (FG_START).




Remedy:
  • Deactivate multiple trace.
  • Deactivate function or setting that is not permissible.

A02098
MTrace: cannot be saved

Cause: It is not possible to save the measurement results of a multiple trace on the memory card. A multiple trace is not started or is canceled.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
  • 1: memory card cannot be accessed.
  • 3: data save operation too slow.
  • 4: data save operation canceled.




Remedy:
  • insert or remove the memory card.
  • use a larger memory card.
  • configure the trace with a longer trace time or use an endless trace.
  • avoid saving parameters while the multiple trace is running.
  • check whether other functions are presently accessing measurement result files.

A02099
Trace: Insufficient Control Unit memory

Cause: The memory space still available on the Control Unit is no longer sufficient for the trace function.



Remedy:
Reduce the memory required, e.g. as follows:
  • reduce the trace time.
  • increase the trace clock cycle.
  • reduce the number of signals to be traced.

A02150
OA: Application cannot be loaded

Cause: The system was not able to load an OA application.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret hexadecimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F02151 (A)
OA: Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred within an OA application.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.

F02152 (A)
OA: Insufficient memory

Cause: Too many functions have been configured on this Control Unit (e.g. too many drives, function modules, data sets, OA applications, blocks, etc).
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • change the configuration on this Control Unit (e.g. fewer drives, function modules, data sets, OA applications, blocks, etc).
  • use an additional Control Unit.

F03000
NVRAM fault on action

Cause: A fault occurred during execution of action p7770 = 1 or 2 for the NVRAM data.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): yyxx hex: yy = fault cause, xx = application ID. Causes include unsupported action, incorrect data length, or wrong checksum.



Remedy:
  • Perform the remedy according to the results of the troubleshooting.
  • If necessary, start the action again.

F03001
NVRAM checksum incorrect

Cause: A checksum error occurred when evaluating the non-volatile data (NVRAM) on the Control Unit. The NVRAM data affected was deleted.



Remedy:
Carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
F03505 (N, A)
CU: Analog input wire breakage

Cause: The wire-break monitoring for an analog input has responded. The input current of the analog input has undershot the threshold value parameterized in p0761[0…3].
Note: For the analog input type, p0756[0…1] = 1 (2 … 10 V with monitoring), the wire breakage monitoring is active.



Remedy:
  • Check the connection to the signal source for interruptions.
  • Check the magnitude of the injected current – it is possible that the infed signal is too low.
  • The input current measured by the analog input can be read in r0752[x].

A03510 (F, N)
CU: Calibration data not plausible

Cause: During booting, the calibration data for the analog inputs is read and checked with respect to plausibility. At least one calibration data point was determined to be invalid.



Remedy:
  • power down/power up the power supply for the Control Unit.
  • If it reoccurs, replace the module.
  • In principle, operation could continue. The analog channel involved possibly does not achieve the specified accuracy.

A05000 (N)
Power unit: Overtemperature heat sink AC inverter

Cause: The alarm threshold for overtemperature at the inverter heat sink has been reached. The response is set using p0290. If the temperature of the heat sink increases by an additional 5 K, then fault F30004 is initiated.



Remedy:
Check the following:
  • is the ambient temperature within the defined limit values?
  • have the load conditions and the load duty cycle been appropriately dimensioned?
  • has the cooling failed?

A05001 (N)
Power unit: Overtemperature depletion layer chip

Cause: Alarm threshold for overtemperature of the power semiconductor in the AC converter has been reached. If the depletion layer temperature increases by an additional 15 K, then fault F30025 is triggered.



Remedy:
Check the following:
  • is the ambient temperature within the defined limit values?
  • have the load conditions and the load duty cycle been appropriately dimensioned?
  • has the cooling failed?
  • pulse frequency too high?
See also: r0037, p0290
A05002 (N)
Power unit: Air intake overtemperature

Cause: For chassis power units, the alarm threshold for the air intake overtemperature has been reached. For air-cooled power units, the threshold is 42 °C. If the temperature increases by an additional 13 K, then fault F30035 is output.



Remedy:
Check the following:
  • is the ambient temperature within the defined limit values?
  • has the fan failed? Check the direction of rotation.

A05004 (N)
Power unit: Rectifier overtemperature

Cause: The alarm threshold for the overtemperature of the rectifier has been reached. If the temperature of the rectifier increases by an additional 5 K, then fault F30037 is triggered.



Remedy:
Check the following:
  • is the ambient temperature within the defined limit values?
  • have the load conditions and the load duty cycle been appropriately dimensioned?
  • has the fan failed? Check the direction of rotation.
  • has a phase of the line supply failed?
  • is an arm of the supply (incoming) rectifier defective?

A05006 (N)
Power unit: Overtemperature thermal model

Cause: The temperature difference between the chip and heat sink has exceeded the permissible limit value (blocksize power units only). Depending on p0290, an appropriate overload response is initiated.
Note: If the alarm does not disappear and temperature continues to rise, this can result in fault F30024.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The alarm disappears automatically once the limit value is undershot.
F06310 (A)
Supply voltage (p0210) incorrectly parameterized

Cause: The measured DC voltage lies outside the tolerance range after pre-charging has been completed. The tolerance range is: 1.16 * p0210 < r0070 < 1.6 * p0210.
Note: The fault can only be acknowledged when the drive is powered down.



Remedy:
  • check the parameterized supply voltage and if required change (p0210).
  • check the line supply voltage.

A06921 (N)
Braking resistor phase unsymmetry

Cause: The three resistors of the braking chopper are not symmetrical.



Remedy:
  • check the feeder cables to the braking resistors.
  • If required, increase the value for detecting dissymmetry (p1364).

F06922
Braking resistor phase failure

Cause: A phase failure for the brake resistor was detected.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
11: Phase U, 12: Phase V, 13: Phase W



Remedy:
Check the feeder cables to the braking resistors.
F07011
Drive: Motor overtemperature

Cause: KTY: The motor temperature has exceeded the fault threshold (p0605) or the timer (p0606) after the alarm threshold was exceeded (p0604) has expired. PTC or bimetallic NC contact: The response threshold of 1650 Ohm was exceeded or the NC contact opened and the timer (p0606) has expired. Possible causes: Motor is overloaded, motor ambient temperature too high, Wire break or sensor not connected.



Remedy:
  • Reduce the motor load.
  • check the ambient temperature and the motor ventilation.
  • check the wiring and the connection of the PTC or bimetallic NC contact.
See also: p0604, p0605, p0606, p0612, p0625, p0626, p0627, p0628
A07012 (N)
Drive: Motor temperature model 1 overtemperature

Cause: The thermal I2t motor model for synchronous motors identified that the alarm threshold was exceeded.



Remedy:
  • check the motor load and if required, reduce.
  • check the motor ambient temperature.
  • check the thermal time constant (p0611).

A07014 (N)
Drive: Motor temperature model configuration alarm

Cause: A fault has occurred in the configuration of the motor temperature model.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: It is not possible to save the model temperature.



Remedy:
set the response for motor overtemperature to ‘Alarm and fault, no reduction of I_max’ (p0610 = 2).
A07015
Drive: Motor temperature sensor alarm

Cause: An error was detected when evaluating the temperature sensor set in p0601. With the fault, the time in p0607 is started. If the fault is still present after this time has expired, then fault F07016 is output. Possible causes:
  • wire breakage or sensor not connected (KTY: R > 2120 Ohm).
  • measured resistance too low (PTC: R < 20 Ohm, KTY: R < 50 Ohm).




Remedy:
  • make sure that the sensor is connected correctly.
  • check the parameterization (p0601).

F07016
Drive: Motor temperature sensor fault

Cause: An error was detected when evaluating the temperature sensor set in p0601. Possible causes: wire breakage or sensor not connected, or measured resistance too low.
Note: If alarm A07015 is present, the time in p0607 is started. If the fault is still present after this time has expired, then fault F07016 is output.



Remedy:
  • make sure that the sensor is connected correctly.
  • check the parameterization (p0601).
  • induction motors: De-activate temperature sensor fault (p0607 = 0).

F07080
Drive: Incorrect control parameter

Cause: The closed-loop control parameters have been parameterized incorrectly (e.g. p0356 = L_spread = 0).
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): The fault value includes the parameter number involved.



Remedy:
Modify the parameter indicated in the fault value (r0949) (e.g. p0640 = current limit > 0).
F07082
Macro: Execution not possible

Cause: The macro cannot be executed.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): ccccbbaa hex, where cccc = preliminary parameter number, bb = supplementary information, aa = fault cause. Various fault causes are listed, including invalid file, incorrect data type, recursive calls, and write protection.



Remedy:
  • check the parameter involved.
  • check the macro file and BICO interconnection.
See also: p0015, p1000, p1500
F07083
Macro: ACX file not found

Cause: The ACX file (macro) to be executed was not able to be found in the appropriate directory.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Parameter number with which the execution was started.



Remedy:
check whether the file is saved in the appropriate directory on the memory card.
F07084
Macro: Condition for WaitUntil not fulfilled

Cause: The WaitUntil condition set in the macro was not fulfilled in a certain number of attempts.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Parameter number for which the condition was set.



Remedy:
Check and correct the conditions for the WaitUntil loop.
F07086
Units changeover: Parameter limit violation due to reference value change

Cause: A reference parameter was changed in the system. This resulted in the fact that for the parameters involved, the selected value was not able to be written in the per unit notation. The values of the parameters were set to the corresponding violated limit or to the factory setting. Possible causes: the steady-state minimum limit/maximum limit or that defined in the application was violated.



Remedy:
Check the adapted parameter value and if required correct.
F07088
Units changeover: Parameter limit violation due to units changeover

Cause: A changeover of units was initiated. This resulted in a violation of a parameter limit. Possible causes:
  • When rounding off a parameter, the steady-state minimum or maximum limit was violated.
  • inaccuracies for the data type ‘FloatingPoint’.




Remedy:
Check the adapted parameter values and if required correct. See also: r9451 (Units changeover adapted parameters)
A07089
Changing over units: Function module activation is blocked because the units have been changed over

Cause: An attempt was made to activate a function module. This is not permissible if the units have already been changed over.



Remedy:
Restore units that have been changed over to the factory setting.
A07200
Drive: Master control ON command present

Cause: The ON/OFF1 command is present (no 0 signal). The command is either influenced via binector input p0840 (current CDS) or control word bit 0 via the master control.



Remedy:
Switch the signal via binector input p0840 (current CDS) or control word bit 0 via the master control to 0.
F07220 (N, A)
Drive: Master control by PLC missing

Cause: The ‘master control by PLC’ signal was missing in operation.
  • interconnection of the binector input for ‘master control by PLC’ is incorrect (p0854).
  • the higher-level control has withdrawn the ‘master control by PLC’ signal.
  • data transfer via the fieldbus (master/drive) was interrupted.




Remedy:
  • check the interconnection of the binector input for ‘master control by PLC’ (p0854).
  • check the ‘master control by PLC’ signal and, if required, switch in.
  • check the data transfer via the fieldbus (master/drive).
Note: If the drive should continue to operate after withdrawing ‘master control by PLC’ then fault response must be parameterized to NONE or the message type should be parameterized as alarm.
F07300 (A)
Drive: Line contactor feedback signal missing

Cause:
  • the line contactor was not able to be closed within the time in p0861.
  • the line contactor was not able to be opened within the time in p0861.
  • the line contactor dropped out during operation
  • the line contactor has closed although the drive converter is powered down.




Remedy:
  • check the setting of p0860.
  • check the feedback circuit from the line contactor.
  • increase the monitoring time in p0861.
See also: p0860 (Line contactor feedback signal), p0861 (Line contactor monitoring time)
F07320
Drive: Automatic restart interrupted

Cause:
  • The specified number of restart attempts (p1211) has been completely used up because within the monitoring time (p1213) the faults were not able to be acknowledged.
  • there is no active ON command.
  • the monitoring time for the power unit has expired (p0857).
  • when exiting commissioning or at the end of the motor identification routine or the speed controller optimization, the drive unit is not automatically powered up again.




Remedy:
  • increase the number of restart attempts (p1211). The actual number of starting attempts is displayed in r1214.
  • increase the delay time in p1212 and/or the monitoring time in p1213.
  • issue an ON command (p0840).
  • either increase or disable the monitoring time of the power unit (p0857).
  • Reduce the delay time for resetting the start counter (p1213[1]) so that fewer faults are registered in the time interval.

A07321
Drive: Automatic restart active

Cause: The automatic restart (AR) is active. When the line supply returns and/or the causes of the existing faults are removed the drive is automatically restarted. The pulses are enabled and the motor starts to rotate. For p1210 = 26, the alarm after the line supply returns is also displayed if there is no fault and there is no ON command.



Remedy:
  • the automatic restart (AR) should, if required, be inhibited (p1210 = 0).
  • an automatic restart can be directly interrupted by withdrawing the power-on command (BI: p0840).
  • for p1210 = 26: by withdrawing the OFF2- / OFF3 control commands.

F07330
Flying restart: Measured search current too low

Cause: During a flying restart, it was identified that the search current reached is too low. It is possible that the motor is not connected.



Remedy:
Check the motor feeder cables.
F07331
Flying restart: Function not supported

Cause: It is not possible to power up with the motor rotating (no flying restart). In the following cases, the ‘flying restart’ function is not supported: Perm.-magnet synch. motors (PEM): operation with U/f char. and sensorless vector control.



Remedy:
De-activate the ‘flying restart’ function (p1200 = 0).
A07400 (N)
Drive: DC link voltage maximum controller active

Cause: The DC link voltage controller has been activated because the upper switch-in threshold has been exceeded (r1242, r1282). The ramp-down times are automatically increased in order to maintain the DC link voltage (r0070) within the permissible limits. There is a system deviation between the setpoint and actual speeds.



Remedy:
If the controller is not to intervene:
  • increase the ramp-down times.
  • switch-off the Vdc_max controller (p1240 = 0 for vector control, p1280 = 0 for U/f control).
If the ramp-down times are not to be changed: use a chopper or regenerative feedback unit.
A07401 (N)
Drive: DC link voltage maximum controller de-activated

Cause: The Vdc_max controller can no longer maintain the DC link voltage (r0070) below the limit value (r1242, r1282) and was therefore switched out (disabled).
  • the line supply voltage is permanently higher than specified for the power unit.
  • the motor is permanently in the regenerative mode as a result of a load that is driving the motor.




Remedy:
  • check whether the input voltage is within the permissible range.
  • check whether the load duty cycle and load limits are within the permissible limits.

A07402 (N)
Drive: DC link voltage minimum controller active

Cause: The DC link voltage controller has been activated as the lower switch-in threshold has been undershot (r1246, r1286). The kinetic energy of the motor is used to buffer the DC link. The drive is therefore braked.



Remedy:
The alarm disappears when power supply returns.
F07404
Drive: DC link voltage monitoring Vdc_Max

Cause: The monitoring of the DC link voltage p1284 has responded (only U/f control).



Remedy:
  • check the line supply voltage.
  • check the braking module.
  • adapt the device supply voltage (p0210).
  • adapt the DC link voltage monitoring (p1284).

F07405 (N, A)
Drive: Kinetic buffering minimum speed not reached

Cause: During kinetic buffering the speed fell below minimum speed (p1257 or p1297 for vector drives with U/f control) and the line supply did not return.



Remedy:
Check the speed threshold for the Vdc_min controller (kinetic buffering) (p1257, p1297).
F07406 (N, A)
Drive: Kinetic buffering maximum time exceeded

Cause: The maximum buffer time (p1255 and p1295 for vector drives with U/f control) has been exceeded without the line supply having returned.



Remedy:
Check the time threshold for Vdc-min controller (kinetic buffering) (p1255, p1295).
A07409
Drive: U/f control, current limiting controller active

Cause: The current limiting controller of the U/f control was activated because the current limit was exceeded.



Remedy:
The alarm automatically disappears after one of the following measures:
  • increase current limit (p0640).
  • reduce the load.
  • slow down the ramp up to the setpoint speed.

F07410
Drive: Current controller output limited

Cause: The condition ‘l_act = 0 and Uq_set_1 longer than 16 ms at its limit’ is present and can be caused by the following:
  • motor not connected or motor contactor open.
  • motor data and motor configuration (star-delta) do not match.
  • no DC link voltage present.
  • power unit defective.
  • the ‘flying restart’ function is not activated.




Remedy:
  • connect the motor or check the motor contactor.
  • check the motor parameterization and the connection type (star-delta).
  • check the DC link voltage (r0070).
  • check the power unit.
  • activate the ‘flying restart’ function (p1200).

F07411
Drive: Flux controller output limited

Cause: When quick magnetizing is configured (p1401.6 = 1) the specified flux setpoint is not reached although 90% of the maximum current is specified.
  • incorrect motor data.
  • motor data and motor configuration (star-delta) do not match.
  • the current limit has been set too low for the motor.




Remedy:
  • correct the motor data. Perform motor data identification and rotating measurement.
  • check the motor configuration.
  • correct the current limits (p0640).
  • reduce the induction motor load.
  • if necessary, use a larger power unit.
  • check motor supply cable.
  • check power unit.
  • increase p0346.

A07416
Drive: Flux controller configuration

Cause: The configuration of the flux control (p1401) is contradictory.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret hexadecimal): ccbbaaaa hex. aaaa = Parameter, bb = Index, cc = fault cause
1: Quick magnetizing (p1401.6) for soft starting (p1401.0).
2: Quick magnetizing for flux build-up control (p1401.2).
3: Quick magnetizing (p1401.6) for Rs identification after restart (p0621 = 2).



Remedy:
Re fault cause = 1:
  • Shut down soft start (p1401.0 = 0).
  • Shut down quick magnetizing (p1401.6 = 0).
Re fault cause = 2:
  • De-energize flux build-up control (p1401.2 = 0).
  • Shut down quick magnetizing (p1401.6 = 0).
Re fault cause = 3:
  • Re-parameterize Rs identification (p0621 = 0, 1)
  • Shut down quick magnetizing (p1401.6 = 0).

F07426 (A)
Technology controller actual value limited

Cause: The actual value for the technology controller, interconnected via connector input p2264, has reached a limit.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: upper limit reached.
  • 2: lower limit reached.




Remedy:
  • adapt the limits to the signal level (p2267, p2268).
  • Check the actual value normalization (p0595, p0596).
  • Deactivate evaluation of the limits (p2252 bit 3)

A07428 (N)
Technology controller parameterizing error

Cause: The technology controller has a parameterizing error.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: The upper output limit in p2291 is set lower than the lower output limit in p2292.



Remedy:
Set the output limit in p2291 higher than in p2292.
F07435 (N)
Drive: Setting the ramp-function generator for sensorless vector control

Cause: During operation with sensorless vector control (r1407.1) the ramp-function generator was stopped (p1141). An internal setting command of the ramp-function generator output caused the set setpoint speed to be frozen.



Remedy:
  • de-activate the holding command for the ramp-function generator (p1141).
  • suppress the fault (p2101, p2119). This is necessary if the ramp-function generator is held using jogging and the speed setpoint is simultaneously inhibited (r0898.6).

A07530
Drive: Drive Data Set DDS not present

Cause: The selected drive data set is not available (p0837 > p0180). The drive data set was not changed over.



Remedy:
  • select the existing drive data set.
  • set up additional drive data sets.

A07531
Drive: Command Data Set CDS not present

Cause: The selected command data set is not available (p0836 > p0170). The command data set was not changed over.



Remedy:
  • select the existing command data set.
  • set up additional command data sets.

F07563 (A)
Drive encoder: XIST1_ERW configuration incorrect

Cause: An incorrect configuration was identified for the ‘Absolute position for incremental encoder’ function.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): 1 (= 01 hex): The ‘Absolute value for incremental encoder’ function is not supported (r0459.13 = 0).



Remedy:
For fault value = 1:
  • upgrade the Sensor Module firmware version.
  • check the mode (p4652 = 1, 3 requires the property r0459.13 = 1).

F07800
Drive: No power unit present

Cause: The power unit parameters cannot be read or no parameters are stored in the power unit. It is possible that the DRIVE-CLiQ cable between the Control Unit and power unit is interrupted or defective.
Note: This fault also occurs if an incorrect topology was selected in the commissioning software and this parameterization is then downloaded to the Control Unit.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • check the DRIVE-CLiQ cable between the Control Unit and power unit.
  • Check the power unit and replace if necessary.
  • check the Control Unit, and if required replace it.
  • after correcting the topology, the parameters must be again downloaded using the commissioning software.

F07801
Drive: Motor overcurrent

Cause: The permissible motor limit current was exceeded.
  • effective current limit set too low.
  • current controller not correctly set.
  • U/f operation: Up ramp was set too short or the load is too high.
  • U/f operation: Short-circuit in the motor cable or ground fault.
  • Switch to rotating motor without flying restart function (p1200).




Remedy:
  • check the current limits (p0640).
  • vector control: Check the current controller (p1715, p1717).
  • U/f control: Check the current limiting controller (p1340 … p1346).
  • increase the up ramp (p1120) or reduce the load.
  • check the motor and motor cables for short-circuit and ground fault.
  • check the motor for the star-delta configuration and rating plate parameterization.
  • check the power unit and motor combination.
  • Choose ‘flying restart’ function (p1200) if switched to rotating motor.

F07802
Drive: Infeed or power unit not ready

Cause: After an internal power-on command, the infeed or drive does not signal ready.
  • monitoring time is too short.
  • DC link voltage is not present.
  • associated infeed or drive of the signaling component is defective.
  • supply voltage incorrectly set.




Remedy:
  • increase the monitoring time (p0857).
  • ensure that there is a DC link voltage. Check the DC link busbar. Enable the infeed.
  • replace the associated infeed or drive of the signaling component.
  • check the line supply voltage setting (p0210).

A07805 (N)
Drive: Power unit overload I2t

Cause: Alarm threshold for I2t overload (p0294) of the power unit exceeded. The response parameterized in p0290 becomes active.



Remedy:
  • reduce the continuous load.
  • adapt the load duty cycle.
  • check the assignment of the motor and power unit rated currents.

F07806
Drive: Regenerative power limit exceeded (F3E)

Cause: For blocksize power units, types PM250 and PM260, the regenerative rated power r0206[2] was exceeded for more than 10 s.



Remedy:
  • increase the down ramp.
  • reduce the driving load.
  • use a power unit with a higher regenerative feedback capability.
  • for vector control, the regenerative power limit in p1531 can be reduced so that the fault is no longer triggered.

F07807
Drive: Short-circuit/ground fault detected

Cause: A phase-phase short-circuit or ground fault was detected at the motor-side output terminals of the converter.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Values indicate short-circuit between specific phases or a ground fault with current details.



Remedy:
  • check the motor-side converter connection for a phase-phase short-circuit.
  • rule-out interchanged line and motor cables.
  • check for a ground fault.
  • For a ground fault: do not enable the pulses when connecting to a rotating motor without the ‘Flying restart’ function activated (p1200).
  • increase the de-energization time (p0347).
  • If required, deactivate the monitoring (p1901).

F07808 (A)
HF damping module: damping not ready

Cause: When switching on or in the switched-on state, the HF damping module does not return a ready signal.



Remedy:
  • Check the DRIVE-CLIQ wiring to the HF damping module.
  • check the 24 V supply voltage.
  • if required, replace the HF damping module.

F07810
Drive: Power unit EEPROM without rated data

Cause: No rated data are stored in the power unit EEPROM.



Remedy:
Replace the power unit or inform Siemens Customer Service.
A07850 (F)
External alarm 1

Cause: The BICO signal for ‘external alarm 1’ was triggered. The condition for this external alarm is fulfilled.



Remedy:
Eliminate the causes of this alarm.
A07851 (F)
External alarm 2

Cause: The BICO signal for ‘external alarm 2’ was triggered. The condition for this external alarm is fulfilled.



Remedy:
Eliminate the causes of this alarm.
A07852 (F)
External alarm 3

Cause: The BICO signal for ‘external alarm 3’ was triggered. The condition for this external alarm is fulfilled.



Remedy:
Eliminate the causes of this alarm.
F07860 (A)
External fault 1

Cause: The BICO signal ‘external fault 1’ was triggered.



Remedy:
Eliminate the causes of this fault.
F07861 (A)
External fault 2

Cause: The BICO signal ‘external fault 2’ was triggered.



Remedy:
Eliminate the causes of this fault.
F07862 (A)
External fault 3

Cause: The BICO signal ‘external fault 3’ was triggered.



Remedy:
Eliminate the causes of this fault.
F07900 (N, A)
Drive: Motor blocked

Cause: Motor has been operating at the torque limit longer than the time specified in p2177 and below the speed threshold set in p2175. This can also be triggered if the speed is oscillating or if thermal monitoring of the power unit reduces the current limit.



Remedy:
  • check that the motor can freely move.
  • check the effective torque limit (r1538, r1539).
  • check the parameter, message ‘Motor blocked’ and if required, correct (p2175, p2177).
  • check the direction of rotation enable signals for a flying restart of the motor (p1110, p1111).
  • for U/f control: check the current limits and acceleration times (p0640, p1120).

F07901
Drive: Motor overspeed

Cause: The maximum permissible speed was either positively or negatively exceeded. The maximum permissible speed is formed based on p1082, CI:p1085, CI:1088 and p2162.



Remedy:
  • The following applies for a positive direction of rotation: check r1084 and if required, correct p1082, Cl:p1085 and p2162.
  • The following applies for a negative direction of rotation: check r1087 and if required, correct p1082, Cl:p1088 and p2162.
  • Activate pre-control of the speed limiting controller (p1401.7 = 1).
  • Increase the hysteresis for the overspeed signal p2162.

F07902 (N, A)
Drive: Motor stalled

Cause: The system has identified that the motor has stalled for a time longer than is set in p2178.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): 2: Stall detection using r1408.12 (p1745) or via (r0084 – r0083).



Remedy:
  • Steps should always be taken to ensure that both motor data identification and the rotating measurement were carried out.
  • check whether the drive stalls solely due to the load in controlled mode or when the speed setpoint is still zero. If yes, then increase the current setpoint using p1610.
  • if the motor excitation time (p0346) was significantly reduced and the drive stalls when it is switched on, p0346 should be increased again.
  • check whether a line phase failure is affecting power unit PM230, PM250, PM260.
  • check whether the motor cables are disconnected.
  • If there is no fault, then the fault tolerance (p1745) or the delay time (p2178) can be increased.

A07903
Drive: Motor speed deviation

Cause: The absolute value of the speed difference from the setpoint (p2151) and the speed actual value (r2169) exceeds the tolerance threshold (p2163) longer than tolerated (p2164, p2166). The alarm is only enabled for p2149.0 = 1. Possible causes:
  • the load torque is greater than the torque setpoint.
  • when accelerating, the torque/current/power limit is reached.
  • for closed-loop torque control, the speed setpoint does not track the speed actual value.




Remedy:
  • increase p2163 and/or p2166.
  • increase the torque/current/power limits.
  • for closed-loop torque control: The speed setpoint should track the speed actual value.
  • de-activate alarm with p2149.0 = 0.

A07910 (N)
Drive: Motor overtemperature

Cause: KTY or no sensor: The measured motor temperature or the temperature of the motor temperature model 2 has exceeded the alarm threshold (p0604). PTC or bimetallic NC contact: The response threshold of 1650 Ohm was exceeded or the NC contact opened.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): 11: No output current reduction. 12: Output current reduction active.



Remedy:
  • check the motor load.
  • check the motor ambient temperature.
  • check KTY84.
  • check overtemperatures of the motor temperature model 2 (p0626 … p0628).

A07920
Drive: Torque/speed too low

Cause: For p2193 = 1: The torque deviates from the torque/speed envelope characteristic (too low).
For p2193 = 2: The speed signal from the external encoder (refer to p3230) deviates from the speed (r2169) (too low).



Remedy:
  • check the connection between the motor and load.
  • adapt the parameterization corresponding to the load.

A07921
Drive: Torque/speed too high

Cause: For p2193 = 1: The torque deviates from the torque/speed envelope characteristic (too high).
For p2193 = 2: The speed signal from the external encoder (refer to p3230) deviates from the speed (r2169) (too high).



Remedy:
  • check the connection between the motor and load.
  • adapt the parameterization corresponding to the load.

A07922
Drive: Torque/speed out of tolerance

Cause: For p2193 = 1: The torque deviates from the torque/speed envelope characteristic.
For p2193 = 2: The speed signal from the external encoder (refer to p3230) deviates from the speed (r2169).



Remedy:
  • check the connection between the motor and load.
  • adapt the parameterization corresponding to the load.

F07923
Drive: Torque/speed too low

Cause: For p2193 = 1: The torque deviates from the torque/speed envelope characteristic (too low).
For p2193 = 2: The speed signal from the external encoder (refer to p3230) deviates from the speed (r2169) (too low).



Remedy:
  • check the connection between the motor and load.
  • adapt the parameterization corresponding to the load.

F07924
Drive: Torque/speed too high

Cause: For p2193 = 1: The torque deviates from the torque/speed envelope characteristic (too high).
For p2193 = 2: The speed signal from the external encoder (refer to p3230) deviates from the speed (r2169) (too high).



Remedy:
  • check the connection between the motor and load.
  • adapt the parameterization corresponding to the load.

F07925
Drive: Torque/speed out of tolerance

Cause: For p2193 = 1: The torque deviates from the torque/speed envelope characteristic.
For p2193 = 2: The speed signal from the external encoder (refer to p3230) deviates from the speed (r2169).



Remedy:
  • check the connection between the motor and load.
  • adapt the parameterization corresponding to the load.

A07927
DC braking active

Cause: The motor is braked with DC current. DC braking is active.
1) A message with response DCBRK is active. The motor is braked with the braking current set in p1232 for the duration set in in p1233. If the standstill threshold p1226 is undershot, then braking is prematurely canceled.
2) DC braking has been activated at binector input p1230 with the DC braking set (p1230 = 4). Braking current p1232 is injected until this binector input becomes inactive.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The alarm automatically disappears once DC braking has been executed.
A07929 (F)
Drive: No motor detected

Cause: The absolute current value is so small after enabling the inverter pulses that no motor is detected.
Note: In the case of vector control and an induction motor, this alarm is followed by the fault F07902.



Remedy:
  • check the motor feeder cables.
  • reduce the threshold value (p2179), e.g. for synchronous motors.
  • check the voltage boost of the U/f control (p1310).
  • carry out a standstill measurement to set the stator resistance (p0350).

F07936
Drive: load failure

Cause: The load monitoring has detected a load failure.



Remedy:
  • check the sensor.
  • if necessary, de-activate the load monitoring (p2193).
See also: p2193 (Load monitoring configuration), p3232 (Load monitoring failure detection)
F07950 (A)
Motor parameter incorrect

Cause: The motor parameters were incorrectly entered while commissioning (e.g. p0300 = 0, no motor)
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Parameter number involved.



Remedy:
Compare the motor data with the rating plate data and if required, correct.
F07967
Drive: Pole position identification internal fault

Cause: A fault has occurred during the pole position identification routine. Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
Carry out a POWER ON.
A07927
DC braking active

Cause: The motor is braked with DC current. DC braking is active.
1) A message with response DCBRK is active. The motor is braked with the braking current set in p1232 for the duration set in p1233. If the standstill threshold p1226 is undershot, then braking is prematurely canceled.
2) DC braking has been activated at binector input p1230 with the DC braking set (p1230 = 4). Braking current p1232 is injected until this binector input becomes inactive.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The alarm automatically disappears once DC braking has been executed.
A07929 (F)
Drive: No motor detected

Cause: The absolute current value is so small after enabling the inverter pulses that no motor is detected.
Note: In the case of vector control and an induction motor, this alarm is followed by the fault F07902.



Remedy:
  • check the motor feeder cables.
  • reduce the threshold value (p2179), e.g. for synchronous motors.
  • check the voltage boost of the U/f control (p1310).
  • carry out a standstill measurement to set the stator resistance (p0350).

F07936
Drive: load failure

Cause: The load monitoring has detected a load failure.



Remedy:
  • check the sensor.
  • if necessary, de-activate the load monitoring (p2193).
See also: p2193 (Load monitoring configuration), p3232 (Load monitoring failure detection)
F07950 (A)
Motor parameter incorrect

Cause: The motor parameters were incorrectly entered while commissioning (e.g. p0300 = 0, no motor)
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Parameter number involved.



Remedy:
Compare the motor data with the rating plate data and if required, correct.
F07967
Drive: Pole position identification internal fault

Cause: A fault has occurred during the pole position identification routine. Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
Carry out a POWER ON.
F07968
Drive: Lq-Ld measurement incorrect

Cause: A fault has occurred during the Lq-Ld measurement.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 10: Stage 1: The ratio between the measured current and zero current is too low.
  • 12: Stage 1: The maximum current was exceeded.
  • 15: Second harmonic too low.
  • 16: Drive converter too small for the measuring technique.
  • 17: Abort due to pulse inhibit.




Remedy:
For fault value = 10:
  • Check whether the motor is correctly connected.
  • Replace the power unit involved.
  • De-activate technique (p1909).
For fault value = 12:
  • Check whether motor data have been correctly entered.
  • De-activate technique (p1909).
For fault value = 16:
  • De-activate technique (p1909).
For fault value = 17:
  • Repeat technique.

F07969
Drive: Incorrect pole position identification

Cause: A fault has occurred during the pole position identification routine.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: Current controller limited
  • 2: Motor shaft locked.
  • 10, 11: Ratio between measured current and zero current is too low.
  • 12, 13: Maximum current was exceeded.
  • 14, 15, 18: Harmonics too low.
  • 16: Drive converter too small.
  • 17: Abort due to pulse inhibit.
  • 20: Pole position identification requested with motor shaft rotating and ‘flying restart’ active.




Remedy:
Remedy depends on the fault value:
  • 1: Check motor connection and data. Replace power unit if necessary.
  • 2: Bring motor to a no-load condition.
  • 10, 11: Increase p0325 or p0329. Check motor connection. Replace power unit.
  • 12, 13: Reduce p0325 or p0329. Check motor data.
  • 14, 15, 18: Increase p0329. Change technique if needed.
  • 16: Change the technique (p1980).
  • 17: Repeat technique.
  • 20: Ensure motor shaft is stationary before starting routine.

A07976
Drive: Fine encoder calibration activated

Cause: The alarm indicates the phases of the fine encoder calibration using the alarm value.
Alarm value (interpret decimal):
  • 1: Fine encoder calibration active.
  • 2: Rotating measurement started.
  • 3: Rotating measurement within speed and torque range.
  • 4: Rotating measurement successful.
  • 5: Fine encoder calibration is calculated.
  • 10: Speed too low, measurement interrupted.
  • 12: Torque too high, measurement interrupted.




Remedy:
Re alarm value = 10:
  • Increase the speed.
Re alarm value = 12:
  • Bring the drive into a no-load condition.

A07980
Drive: Rotating measurement activated

Cause: The rotating measurement (automatic speed controller optimization) is activated. The rotating measurement is carried out at the next power-on command.
Note: During the rotating measurement it is not possible to save the parameters (p0971).



Remedy:
Not necessary. The alarm disappears automatically after the speed controller optimization has been successfully completed or for the setting p1900 = 0.
A07981
Drive: Enable signals for the rotating measurement missing

Cause: The rotating measurement cannot be started due to missing enable signals. For p1959.13 = 1, the following applies:
  • enable signals for the ramp-function generator missing (see p1140… p1142).
  • enable signals for the speed controller integrator missing (see p1476, p1477).




Remedy:
  • acknowledge faults that are present.
  • establish missing enable signals.
See also: r0002 (Drive operating display), r0046 (Missing enable sig)
F07983
Drive: Rotating measurement saturation characteristic

Cause: A fault has occurred while determining the saturation characteristic.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1-4: Speed, flux, or adaptation circuit did not reach a steady-state condition.
  • 5: Field weakening active.
  • 6-8: Speed setpoint could not be approached due to active limits.
  • 9, 10: Plausibility/load torque issues.




Remedy:
Remedy depends on fault value:
  • 1-4: Check total moment of inertia, check motor parameters, perform motor ID.
  • 5: Reduce measuring speed (p1961).
  • 6-8: Adapt speed setpoint (p1961) or the relevant limits (p1080, p1091, p1082).
  • 9, 10: Select a more suitable operating point with less load torque.
Note: Can be disabled using p1959.1.
F07984
Drive: Speed controller optimization, moment of inertia

Cause: A fault has occurred while identifying the moment of inertia.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: Speed did not reach a steady-state condition.
  • 2-7: Speed setpoint could not be approached due to active limits.
  • 8: Torque difference after step is too low.
  • 9: Too few data to be reliable.
  • 10: Speed changed too little or in wrong direction.
  • 11: Identified moment of inertia is not plausible.




Remedy:
Remedy depends on fault value:
  • 1, 8-11: Check motor parameters and moment of inertia (p0341, p0342). Perform motor ID.
  • 2-7: Adapt speed setpoint (p1965) or the relevant limits.
Note: Can be disabled using p1959.2.
F07985
Drive: Speed controller optimization (oscillation test)

Cause: A fault has occurred during the vibration test.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: The speed did not reach a steady-state condition.
  • 2-4: The speed setpoint was not able to be approached as a limit is active.
  • 5: Torque limits too low for a torque step.
  • 6: No suitable speed controller setting was found.




Remedy:
Remedy depends on fault value:
  • 1: Check motor parameters and moment of inertia. Perform motor ID.
  • 2-4: Adapt speed setpoint (p1965) or the relevant limit.
  • 5: Increase the torque limits (e.g. p1520, p1521).
  • 6: Reduce the dynamic factor (p1967) or disable the test (p1959.4 = 0).

F07986
Drive: Rotating measurement ramp-function generator

Cause: During the rotating measurements, problems with the ramp-function generator occurred.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: The positive and negative directions are inhibited.



Remedy:
Enable the direction (p1110 or p1111).
F07988
Drive: Rotating measurement, no configuration selected

Cause: When configuring the rotating measurement (p1959), no function was selected.



Remedy:
Select at least one function for automatic optimization of the speed controller (p1959).
F07990
Drive: Incorrect motor data identification

Cause: A fault has occurred during the identification routine.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Indicates various issues like current limit reached, identified parameter out of expected range, motor incorrectly connected, shaft rotates, or ground fault detected.



Remedy:
  • check whether motor data have been correctly entered in p0300, p0304 … p0311.
  • check the power ratio between the power unit and motor.
  • check connection type (star-delta).
  • For specific values, check inductance (p0233) or power cables.
  • For value 50, use a higher sampling time (p0115[0]).

A07991 (N)
Drive: Motor data identification activated

Cause: The motor data identification routine is activated. The motor data identification routine is carried out at the next power-on command. If rotating measurement is selected (see p1900, p1960), it will not be possible to save the parameter assignment.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The alarm automatically disappears after the motor data identification routine has been successfully completed or for the setting p1900 = 0.
A07994 (F, N)
Drive: motor data identification not performed

Cause: The ‘vector control’ mode has been selected and a motor data identification has still not been performed. The alarm is initiated when changing the drive data set in the following cases: vector control is parameterized in the actual drive data set (p1300 >= 20) and motor data identification has still not been performed in the actual drive data set.



Remedy:
  • Perform motor data identification (see p1900).
  • If required, parameterize ‘U/f control’ (p1300 < 20).
  • switch over to a drive data set, in which the conditions do not apply.

F08010 (N, A)
CU: Analog-to-digital converter

Cause: The analog-to-digital converter on the Control Unit has not supplied any converted data.



Remedy:
  • check the power supply.
  • replace Control Unit.

F08501 (N, A)
PROFINET: Setpoint timeout

Cause: The reception of setpoints from PROFINET has been interrupted.
  • bus connection interrupted.
  • controller switched off.
  • controller set into the STOP state.




Remedy:
  • Restore the bus connection and set the controller to RUN.
  • check the set monitoring time if the error persists.

F08502 (A)
PROFINET: Monitoring time sign-of-life expired

Cause: The monitoring time for the sign-of-life counter has expired. The connection to the PROFINET interface was interrupted.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • contact the Hotline.

A08511 (F)
PROFINET: Receive configuration data invalid

Cause: The drive unit did not accept the receive configuration data.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
  • 2: Too many PZD data words for output or input to a drive object. Maximum of 12 words are possible.
  • 3: Uneven number of bytes for input or output.
  • 501: PROFIsafe parameter error (e.g. F_dest).
  • 502: PROFIsafe telegram does not match.




Remedy:
Check the receive configuration data.
Re alarm value = 2: Check the number of data words for output and input to a drive object.
Re alarm value = 501: Check the set PROFIsafe address (p9610).
A08526 (F)
PROFINET: No cyclic connection

Cause: There is no connection to a PROFINET controller.



Remedy:
Establish the cyclic connection and activate the controller with cyclic operation. Check the parameters ‘Name of Station’ and ‘IP of Station’ (r61000, r61001).
A08565
PROFINET: Consistency error affecting adjustable parameters

Cause: A consistency error was detected when activating the configuration (p8925 = 1) for the PROFINET interface. The currently set configuration has not been activated. Possible causes:
  • IP address, subnet mask or default gateway is not correct
  • IP address or station name used twice in the network
  • station name contains invalid characters, etc.




Remedy:
Check the required interface configuration (p8920 and following), correct if necessary, and activate (p8925 = 1).
F08700 (A)
CAN: Communications error

Cause: A CAN communications error has occurred.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 1: The error counter for the send telegrams has exceeded the BUS OFF value 255. The bus disables the CAN controller. (bus cable short circuit, incorrect baud rate/bit timing)
  • 2: The master no longer interrogated the CAN node status longer than for its ‘life time’. (bus cable interrupted/not connected, incorrect baud rate/bit timing, master fault)




Remedy:
  • check the bus cable
  • check the baud rate (p8622).
  • check the bit timing (p8623).
  • check the master.
  • The CAN controller must be manually restarted with p8608 = 1 after the cause of the fault has been resolved!

F08701
CAN: NMT state change

Cause: A CANopen NMT state transition from ‘operational’ to ‘pre-operational’ or after ‘stopped’.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: CANopen NMT state transition from ‘operational’ to ‘pre-operational’.
2: CANopen NMT state transition from ‘operational’ to ‘stopped’.



Remedy:
Not necessary. Acknowledge the fault and continue operation.
F08702 (A)
CAN: RPDO Timeout

Cause: The monitoring time of the CANopen RPDO telegram has expired because the bus connection was either interrupted or the CANopen Master was switched-off.



Remedy:
  • check the bus cable
  • check the master.
  • If required, increase the monitoring time (p8699).

A08751 (N)
CAN: Telegram loss

Cause: The CAN controller has lost a receive message (telegram).



Remedy:
Reduce the cycle times of the receive messages.
A08752
CAN: Error counter for error passive exceeded

Cause: The error counter for the send or receive telegrams has exceeded the value 127.



Remedy:
  • check the bus cable
  • set a higher baud rate (p8622).
  • check the bit timing and if required optimize (p8623).

A08753
CAN: Message buffer overflow

Cause: A message buffer overflow.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Non-cyclic send buffer (SDO response buffer) overflow.
2: Non-cyclic receive buffer (SDO receive buffer) overflow.
3: Cyclic send buffer (PDO send buffer) overflow.



Remedy:
  • check the bus cable.
  • set a higher baud rate (p8622).
  • check the bit timing and if required optimize (p8623).
  • Re alarm value = 2: reduce the cycle times of the SDO receive messages. SDO request from master only after SDO feedback for previous SDO request.

A08754
CAN: Incorrect communications mode

Cause: In the ‘operational’ mode, an attempt was made to change parameters p8700 … p8737.



Remedy:
Change to the ‘pre-operational’ or ‘stopped’ mode.
A08755
CAN: Obj cannot be mapped

Cause: The CANopen object is not provided for the Process Data Object (PDO) Mapping.



Remedy:
Use a CANopen object intended for the PDO mapping or enter 0. The list of mappable objects is provided in the manual.
A08756
CAN: Number of mapped bytes exceeded

Cause: The number of bytes of the mapped objects exceeds the telegram size for net data. A max. of 8 bytes is permissible.



Remedy:
Map fewer objects or objects with a smaller data type.
A08757
CAN: Set COB-ID invalid

Cause: For online operation, the appropriate COB-ID must be set invalid before mapping.



Remedy:
Set the COB-ID to invalid. Example: set p8700[0] = C00006E0 hex (invalid COB-ID), set p8710[0] as required, then enter a valid COB-ID for p8700[0].
A08759
CAN: PDO COB-ID already available

Cause: An existing PDO COB-ID was allocated.



Remedy:
Select another PDO COB-ID.
A08760
CAN: maximum size of the PZD IF exceeded

Cause: The maximum size of the PZD interface exceeded. Fault value 1: receiving, Fault value 2: sending



Remedy:
Deleting the alarm:
  • Power Off/On
  • Warm restart
  • CANopen NMT state change
  • reset alarm with p2111
Map fewer process data in PDO.
A08800
PROFlenergy energy-saving mode active

Cause: The PROFlenergy energy-saving mode is active.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): Mode ID of the active PROFlenergy energy-saving mode.



Remedy:
The alarm automatically disappears when the energy-saving mode is exited.
A08802
PROFlenergy not possible to switch off incremental encoder supply

Cause: The incremental encoder is used for the closed-loop position control. This means that its power supply cannot be switched off during the PROFlenergy energy-saving mode, otherwise it would lose its position actual value.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): Encoder number



Remedy:
The alarm automatically disappears when the energy-saving mode is exited.
F13009
Licensing OA application not licensed

Cause: At least one OA application which is under license does not have a license.



Remedy:
  • enter and activate the license key for OA applications under license (p9920, p9921).
  • if necessary, de-activate unlicensed OA applications (p4956).

F13100
Know-how protection: Copy protection error

Cause: The know-how protection with copy protection for the memory card is active. An error has occurred when checking the memory card.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 0: A memory card is not inserted.
  • 1, 2, 12: An invalid memory card is inserted.
  • 3, 13: The memory card is being used in another Control Unit.




Remedy:
Re fault value = 0, 1: Insert the correct memory card and carry out POWER ON.
Re fault value = 2, 3, 12, 13:
  • contact the responsible OEM.
  • Deactivate copy protection (p7765) and acknowledge the fault (p3981).
  • Deactivate know-how protection (p7766… p7768) and acknowledge the fault (p3981).

F13101
Know-how protection: Copy protection cannot be activated

Cause: An error occurred when attempting to activate the copy protection for the memory card.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 0: A memory card is not inserted.
  • 1: An invalid memory card is inserted (not SIEMENS).




Remedy:
  • Insert a valid memory card.
  • Try to activate copy protection again (p7765).

F13102
Know-how protection: Consistency error of the protected data

Cause: An error was identified when checking the consistency of the protected files. As a consequence, the project on the memory card cannot be run.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal): yyyyxxxx hex: yyyy = object number, xxxx = fault cause. xxxx = 1: A file has a checksum error. xxxx = 2: The files are not consistent with one another. xxxx = 3: The project files are inconsistent.



Remedy:
  • Replace the project on the memory card or replace project files for download from the memory card.
  • Restore the factory setting and download again.

F30001
Power unit: Overcurrent

Cause: The power unit has detected an overcurrent condition.
  • closed-loop control is incorrectly parameterized.
  • motor has a short-circuit or fault to ground.
  • power cables exceed the maximum permissible length.
  • power unit defective.
  • line phase interrupted.




Remedy:
  • check the motor data – if required, carry out commissioning.
  • check the motor circuit configuration (star/delta).
  • check the line supply quality.
  • check the power cables for short-circuit or ground fault.
  • check the length of the power cables.
  • replace power unit.
  • check the line supply phases.

F30002
Power unit: DC link voltage overvoltage

Cause: The power unit has detected an overvoltage condition in the DC link.
  • motor regenerates too much energy.
  • line supply voltage too high.
  • line phase interrupted.
  • DC-link voltage control switched off.




Remedy:
  • increase the ramp-down time (p1121).
  • set the rounding times (p1130, p1136).
  • Activate the DC link voltage controller (p1240, p1280).
  • adapt the dynamic response of the DC-link voltage controller.
  • check the line supply voltage and setting in p0210.

F30003
Power unit: DC link voltage undervoltage

Cause: The power unit has detected an undervoltage condition in the DC link.
  • line supply failure
  • line supply voltage below the permissible value.
  • line phase interrupted.




Remedy:
  • check the line supply voltage
  • check the line supply phases.
See also: p0210 (Drive unit line supply voltage)
F30004
Power unit: Overtemperature heat sink AC inverter

Cause: The temperature of the power unit heat sink has exceeded the permissible limit value.
  • insufficient cooling, fan failure.
  • overload.
  • ambient temperature too high.
  • pulse frequency too high.




Remedy:
  • check whether the fan is running.
  • check the fan elements.
  • check whether the ambient temperature is in the permissible range.
  • check the motor load.
  • reduce the pulse frequency if this is higher than the rated pulse frequency.

F30005
Power unit: Overload I2t

Cause: The power unit was overloaded (r0036 = 100%).
  • the permissible rated power unit current was exceeded for an inadmissibly long time.
  • the permissible load duty cycle was not maintained.




Remedy:
  • reduce the continuous load.
  • adapt the load duty cycle.
  • check the motor and power unit rated currents.
  • reduce the current limit (p0640).
  • during operation with U/f characteristic: reduce the integral time of the current limiting controller (p1341).

F30011
Power unit: Line phase failure in main circuit

Cause: At the power unit, the DC link voltage ripple has exceeded the permissible limit value. Possible causes:
  • A line phase has failed.
  • The 3 line phases are inadmissibly unsymmetrical.
  • the fuse of a phase of a main circuit has ruptured.
  • A motor phase has failed.




Remedy:
  • check the main circuit fuses.
  • Check whether a single-phase load is distorting the line voltages.
  • check the motor feeder cables.

F30012
Power unit: Temperature sensor heat sink wire breakage

Cause: The connection to a heat sink temperature sensor in the power unit is interrupted.



Remedy:
Contact the manufacturer.
F30013
Power unit: Temperature sensor heat sink short-circuit

Cause: The heat sink temperature sensor in the power unit is short-circuited.



Remedy:
Contact the manufacturer.
F30015 (N, A)
Power unit: Phase failure motor cable

Cause: A phase failure in the motor feeder cable was detected. The signal can also be output in the following cases:
  • The motor is correctly connected, but the drive has stalled in U/f control.
  • the motor is correctly connected, however the closed-speed control is instable.




Remedy:
  • check the motor feeder cables.
  • increase the ramp-up or ramp-down time (p1120) if the drive has stalled in U/f control.
  • check the speed controller settings.

A30016 (N)
Power unit: Load supply switched out

Cause: The DC link voltage is too low.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): DC link voltage at the time of trip [0.1 V].



Remedy:
Under certain circumstances, the AC line supply is not switched on.
F30017
Power unit: Hardware current limit has responded too often

Cause: The hardware current limitation in the relevant phase has responded too often.
  • closed-loop control is incorrectly parameterized.
  • fault in the motor or in the power cables.
  • the power cables exceed the maximum permissible length.
  • motor load too high
  • power unit defective.




Remedy:
  • check the motor data.
  • check the motor circuit configuration (star-delta).
  • check the motor load.
  • check the power cable connections.
  • check the power cables for short-circuit or ground fault.
  • check the length of the power cables.
  • replace power unit.

F30021
Power unit: Ground fault

Cause: Power unit has detected a ground fault.
  • ground fault in the power cables.
  • winding fault or ground fault at the motor.
  • CT defective.
  • when the brake is applied, this causes the hardware DC current monitoring to respond.




Remedy:
  • check the power cable connections.
  • check the motor.
  • check the CT.
  • check the cables and contacts of the brake connection.

F30022
Power unit: Monitoring U_ce

Cause: In the power unit, the monitoring of the collector-emitter voltage (U_ce) of the semiconductor has responded. Possible causes:
  • fiber-optic cable interrupted.
  • power supply of the IGBT gating module missing.
  • short-circuit at the power unit output.
  • defective semiconductor in the power unit.




Remedy:
  • check the fiber-optic cable and if required, replace.
  • check the power supply of the IGBT gating module (24 V).
  • check the power cable connections.
  • select the defective semiconductor and replace.

F30024
Power unit: Overtemperature thermal model

Cause: The temperature difference between the heat sink and chip has exceeded the permissible limit value.
  • the permissible load duty cycle was not maintained.
  • insufficient cooling, fan failure.
  • overload.
  • ambient temperature too high.
  • pulse frequency too high.




Remedy:
  • adapt the load duty cycle.
  • check whether the fan is running.
  • check the fan elements.
  • check whether the ambient temperature is in the permissible range.
  • check the motor load.
  • reduce the pulse frequency if this is higher than the rated pulse frequency.
  • if DC braking is active: reduce braking current (p1232).

F30025
Power unit: Chip overtemperature

Cause: The chip temperature of the semiconductor has exceeded the permissible limit value.
  • the permissible load duty cycle was not maintained.
  • insufficient cooling, fan failure.
  • overload.
  • ambient temperature too high.
  • pulse frequency too high.




Remedy:
  • adapt the load duty cycle.
  • check whether the fan is running.
  • check the fan elements.
  • check whether the ambient temperature is in the permissible range.
  • check the motor load.
  • reduce the pulse frequency if this is higher than the rated pulse frequency.

F30027
Power unit: Precharging DC link time monitoring

Cause: The power unit DC link was not able to be pre-charged within the expected time.
  • There is no line supply voltage connected.
  • The line contactor/line side switch has not been closed.
  • The line supply voltage is too low.
  • Line supply voltage incorrectly set (p0210).
  • The pre-charging resistors are overheated.
  • The DC link has either a ground fault or a short-circuit.
  • Pre-charging circuit may be defective.




Remedy:
In general:
  • check the line supply voltage at the input terminals.
  • check the line supply voltage setting (p0210).
  • wait until the pre-charging resistors have cooled down.
Re 5): carefully observe the permissible pre-charging frequency.
Re 6): check the capacitance of the DC link.
Re 7): check the DC link for a ground fault or short circuit.
A30030
Power unit: Internal overtemperature alarm

Cause: The temperature inside the converter has exceeded the permissible limit value of the alarm threshold.
  • insufficient cooling, fan failure.
  • overload.
  • ambient temperature too high.




Remedy:
  • possibly use an additional fan
  • check whether the ambient temperature is in the permissible range.
Notice: This fault can only be acknowledged once the permissible temperature limit minus 5 K has been fallen below.
A30031
Power unit: Hardware current limiting in phase U

Cause: Hardware current limit for phase U responded. The pulsing in this phase is inhibited for one pulse period.
  • closed-loop control is incorrectly parameterized.
  • fault in the motor or in the power cables.
  • the power cables exceed the maximum permissible length.
  • motor load too high
  • power unit defective.




Remedy:
  • check the motor data and if required, recalculate the control parameters (p0340 = 3). As an alternative, run a motor data identification.
  • check the motor circuit configuration (star/delta).
  • check the motor load.
  • check the power cable connections and for short-circuit or ground fault.
  • check the length of the power cables.

A30032
Power unit: Hardware current limiting in phase V

Cause: Hardware current limit for phase V responded. The pulsing in this phase is inhibited for one pulse period.
  • closed-loop control is incorrectly parameterized.
  • fault in the motor or in the power cables.
  • the power cables exceed the maximum permissible length.
  • motor load too high
  • power unit defective.




Remedy:
  • Check the motor data and if required, recalculate the control parameters (p0340 = 3). As an alternative, run a motor data identification.
  • check the motor circuit configuration (star/delta).
  • check the motor load.
  • check the power cable connections and for short-circuit or ground fault.
  • check the length of the power cables.

A30033
Power unit: Hardware current limiting in phase W

Cause: Hardware current limit for phase W responded. The pulsing in this phase is inhibited for one pulse period.
  • closed-loop control is incorrectly parameterized.
  • fault in the motor or in the power cables.
  • the power cables exceed the maximum permissible length.
  • motor load too high
  • power unit defective.




Remedy:
  • check the motor data and if required, recalculate the control parameters (p0340 = 3). As an alternative, run a motor data identification.
  • check the motor circuit configuration (star/delta).
  • check the motor load.
  • check the power cable connections and for short-circuit or ground fault.
  • check the length of the power cables.

A30034
Power unit: Internal overtemperature

Cause: The alarm threshold for internal overtemperature has been reached. If the temperature inside the unit continues to increase, fault F30036 may be triggered.
  • ambient temperature might be too high.
  • insufficient cooling, fan failure.




Remedy:
  • check the ambient temperature.
  • check the fan for the inside of the unit.

F30035
Power unit: Air intake overtemperature

Cause: The air intake in the power unit has exceeded the permissible temperature limit. For air-cooled power units, the temperature limit is at 55 °C.
  • ambient temperature too high.
  • insufficient cooling, fan failure.




Remedy:
  • check whether the fan is running.
  • check the fan elements.
  • check whether the ambient temperature is in the permissible range.
Notice: The fault can only be acknowledged after this alarm threshold for alarm A05002 has been undershot.
F30036
Power unit: Internal overtemperature

Cause: The temperature inside the drive converter has exceeded the permissible temperature limit.
  • insufficient cooling, fan failure.
  • overload.
  • ambient temperature too high.




Remedy:
  • check whether the fan is running.
  • check the fan elements.
  • check whether the ambient temperature is in the permissible range.
Notice: This fault can only be acknowledged once the permissible temperature limit minus 5 K has been fallen below.
F30037
Power unit: Rectifier overtemperature

Cause: The temperature in the rectifier of the power unit has exceeded the permissible temperature limit.
  • insufficient cooling, fan failure.
  • overload.
  • ambient temperature too high.
  • line supply phase failure.




Remedy:
  • check whether the fan is running.
  • check the fan elements.
  • check whether the ambient temperature is in the permissible range.
  • check the motor load.
  • check the line supply phases.
Notice: This fault can only be acknowledged after this alarm threshold for alarm A05004 has been undershot.
A30042
Power unit: Fan has reached the maximum operating hours

Cause: The maximum operating time of at least one fan will soon be reached, or has already been exceeded.
Fault value (r0949, interpret binary):
  • Bit 0: heat sink fan will reach the maximum operating time in 500 hours.
  • Bit 1: heat sink fan has exceeded the maximum operating time.
  • Bit 8: internal device fan will reach the maximum operating time in 500 hours.
  • Bit 9: internal device fan has exceeded the maximum operating time.




Remedy:
For the fan involved, carry out the following:
  • replace the fan.
  • reset the operating hours counter (p0251, p0254).

A30049
Power unit: Internal fan faulty

Cause: The internal fan has failed.



Remedy:
Check the internal fan and replace if necessary.
F30052
EEPROM data error

Cause: EEPROM data error of the power unit module.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 0, 2, 3, 4: The EEPROM data read in from the power unit module is inconsistent.
  • 1: EEPROM data is not compatible to the firmware of the Control Unit.




Remedy:
Replace power unit module.
A30054 (F)
Power unit: Undervoltage when opening the brake

Cause: When the brake is being opened, it is detected that the power supply voltage is less than 24 V – 10% = 21.6V.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): Supply voltage fault [0.1 V].



Remedy:
Check the 24 V voltage for stability and value.
F30055
Power unit: Braking chopper overcurrent

Cause: An overcurrent condition has occurred in the braking chopper.
  • check whether the braking resistor has a short circuit.
  • for an external braking resistor, check whether the resistor may have been dimensioned too small.




Remedy:
The braking chopper is only enabled again at pulse enable after the fault has been acknowledged.
A30057
Power unit: Line asymmetry

Cause: Frequencies have been detected on the DC link voltage that would suggest line asymmetry or failure of a line phase. It is also possible that a motor phase has failed. Fault F30011 is output if the alarm is present and at the latest after 5 minutes.



Remedy:
  • check the line phase connection.
  • check the motor feeder cable connections.
  • If there is no phase failure of the line or motor, then line asymmetry is involved.
  • reduce the power in order to avoid fault F30011.

F30059
Power unit: Internal fan faulty

Cause: The internal power unit fan has failed and is possibly defective.



Remedy:
Check the internal fan and replace if necessary.
F30071
No new actual values received from the Power Module

Cause: More than one actual value telegram from the power unit module has failed.



Remedy:
Check the interface (adjustment and locking) to the power unit module.
F30072
Setpoints can no longer be transferred to the Power Module

Cause: More than one setpoint telegram was not able to be transferred to the power unit module.



Remedy:
Check the interface (adjustment and locking) to the power unit module.
F30074 (A)
Communication error between the Control Unit and Power Module

Cause: Communications between the Control Unit (CU) and Power Module (PM) via the interface no longer possible. The CU may have been withdrawn or is incorrectly inserted.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
  • 0 hex: Control Unit withdrawn during operation.
  • 1 hex: Control Unit withdrawn while encoderless safe motion monitoring is enabled.
  • 20A hex: Control Unit inserted on a Power Module with a different code number.
  • 20B hex: Control Unit inserted on a Power Module with a different serial number.




Remedy:
For fault value = 0 and 20A hex: Insert the Control Unit on an appropriate Power Module and continue operation. If required, carry out a POWER ON of the Control Unit.
For fault value = 1 hex: Carry out a POWER ON of the Control Unit.
F30080
Power unit: Current increasing too quickly

Cause: The power unit has detected an excessive rate of rise in the overvoltage range.
  • closed-loop control is incorrectly parameterized.
  • motor has a short-circuit or fault to ground.
  • power cables exceed the maximum permissible length.
  • power unit defective.




Remedy:
  • check the motor data – if required, carry out commissioning.
  • check the motor circuit configuration (star-delta).
  • U/f operation: Increase up ramp.
  • check the power cable connections and for short-circuit or ground fault.
  • check the length of the power cables.
  • replace power unit.

F30081
Power unit: Switching operations too frequent

Cause: The power unit has executed too many switching operations for current limitation.
  • closed-loop control is incorrectly parameterized.
  • motor has a short-circuit or fault to ground.
  • power cables exceed the maximum permissible length.
  • power unit defective.




Remedy:
  • check the motor data – if required, carry out commissioning.
  • check the motor circuit configuration (star-delta).
  • U/f operation: Increase up ramp.
  • check the power cable connections and for short-circuit or ground fault.
  • check the length of the power cables.
  • replace power unit.

F30105
PU: Actual value sensing fault

Cause: At least one incorrect actual value channel was detected on the Power Stack Adapter (PSA). The incorrect actual value channels are displayed in the following diagnostic parameters.



Remedy:
Evaluate the diagnostic parameters. If the actual value channel is incorrect, check the components and if required, replace.
A30502
Power unit: DC link overvoltage

Cause: The power unit has detected overvoltage in the DC link on a pulse inhibit.
  • device connection voltage too high.
  • line reactor incorrectly dimensioned.




Remedy:
  • check the device supply voltage (p0210).
  • check the dimensioning of the line reactor.

F30600
SI P2: STOP A initiated

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function on processor 2 has detected an error and initiated a STOP A.
  • forced checking procedure of the safety shutdown path via processor 2 unsuccessful.
  • subsequent response to fault F30611 (defect in a monitoring channel).




Remedy:
  • Select Safe Torque Off and de-select again.
  • For fault value = 9999: carry out diagnostics for fault F30611.

F30611 (A)
SI P2: Defect in a monitoring channel

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function on processor 2 has detected a fault in the crosswise data comparison between the two monitoring channels and has initiated a STOP F. As a consequence of this fault, fault F30600 is output.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Indicates the specific cross-compared data that resulted in this fault, including various PROFIsafe errors.



Remedy:
Remedy is dependent on the fault value. General remedies include:
  • check the cross data comparison that resulted in a STOP F.
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • For PROFIsafe issues, refer to the description of message values in safety fault F01611.
  • If issues persist, contact the Hotline or replace the Control Unit.

N30620 (F, A)
SI P2: Safe Torque Off active

Cause: The ‘Safe Torque Off’ (STO) function has been selected on processor 2 using the input terminal and is active. This message does not result in a safety stop response.



Remedy:
Not necessary.
F30625
SI P2: Sign-of-life error in safety data

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function on processor 2 has detected an error in the sign-of-life of the safety data and initiated a STOP A.
  • there is a communication error between processor 1 and processor 2 or communication has failed.
  • a time slice overflow of the safety software has occurred.




Remedy:
  • select Safe Torque Off and de-select again.
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • check whether additional faults are present and if required, perform diagnostics.
  • check the electrical cabinet design and cable routing for EMC compliance.

F30649
SI P2: Internal software error

Cause: An internal error in the Safety Integrated software on processor 2 has occurred. This fault results in a STOP A that cannot be acknowledged.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • re-commission the ‘Safety Integrated’ function and carry out a POWER ON.
  • contact the Hotline.
  • replace Control Unit.

F30650
SI P2: Acceptance test required

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function on processor 2 requires an acceptance test. This fault results in a STOP A that can be acknowledged.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Indicates the reason for the test, such as first-time commissioning, checksum mismatch, or safety parameter change.



Remedy:
Remedy depends on the fault value:
  • 130: carry out safety commissioning routine.
  • 1000: again carry out safety commissioning routine, replace memory card/Control Unit, or activate safety parameters using STARTER.
  • 2000: check safety parameters on processor 2 and adapt the reference checksum (p9899).
  • 2003: Carry out an acceptance test and generate an acceptance report.
  • 9999: carry out diagnostics for the other safety-related fault.

F30651
SI P2: Synchronization with Control Unit unsuccessful

Cause: The drive-integrated ‘Safety Integrated’ function requires synchronization of the safety time slices on processor 1 and processor 2. This synchronization was unsuccessful. This fault results in a STOP A that cannot be acknowledged.



Remedy:
carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
F30655
SI P2: Align monitoring functions

Cause: An error has occurred when aligning the Safety Integrated monitoring functions on processor 1 and processor 2. No common set of supported SI monitoring functions was able to be determined.
  • there is a communication error between processor 1 and processor 2 or communication has failed.




Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • check the electrical cabinet design and cable routing for EMC compliance.

F30656
SI P2: Parameter processor 2 parameter error

Cause: When accessing the Safety Integrated parameters for the processor 2 in the non-volatile memory, an error has occurred. This fault results in a STOP A that can be acknowledged.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • 129: Safety parameters for processor 2 corrupted.
  • 131: Internal software error on processor 1.
  • 255: Internal software error on processor 2.




Remedy:
  • re-commission the safety functions.
  • replace the memory card or Control Unit.

F30659
SI P2: Write request for parameter rejected

Cause: The write request for one or several Safety Integrated parameters on processor 2 was rejected. This fault does not result in a safety stop response.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Indicates attempts to enable unsupported functions (STO, motion monitoring, PROFIsafe).



Remedy:
  • check whether there are faults in the safety function alignment (F01655, F30655) and if required, carry out diagnostics for the faults involved.
  • use a Control Unit that supports the required function.

F30662
Error in internal communications

Cause: A module-internal communication error has occurred.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F30664
Error while booting

Cause: An error has occurred during booting.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F30665
SI P2: System is defective

Cause: A system defect was detected before the last boot or in the actual one. The system might have been rebooted (reset).
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
  • 200000 hex, 400000 hex: Fault in the actual booting/operation.
  • Additional values: defect before the last time that the system booted.




Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.
  • Re fault value = 400000 hex: ensure that the Control Unit is connected to the Power Module.

A30666 (F)
SI Motion P2: Steady-state (static) 1 signal at the F-DI for safety-relevant acknowledgement

Cause: A logical 1 signal is present at the F-DI configured in p10106 for more than 10 seconds. If no acknowledgment was performed, a steady-state logical 0 signal must be present to avoid unintentional acknowledgement.



Remedy:
Set the fail-safe digital input (F-DI) to a logical 0 signal (p10106).
F30680
SI Motion P2: Checksum error safety monitoring functions

Cause: The actual checksum calculated by processor 2 and entered in r9398 over the safety-relevant parameters does not match the reference checksum saved in p9399 at the last machine acceptance. Safety-relevant parameters have been changed or a fault is present.



Remedy:
  • check the safety-relevant parameters and if required, correct.
  • set the reference checksum to the actual checksum.
  • execute the function ‘Copy RAM to ROM’.
  • perform a POWER ON if safety parameters requiring a POWER ON have been modified.
  • carry out an acceptance test.

F30681
SI Motion P2: Incorrect parameter value

Cause: The parameter cannot be parameterized with this value.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
  • xxxx = 9301: It is not permissible to enable ‘n < nx hysteresis and filtering' (p9301.16) in conjunction with 'Extended functions without selection' (p9801.5).
  • xxxx = 9385: For Safety without encoder and synchronous motor, p9385 must be set to 4.




Remedy:
Correct the parameter value.
Note: For different values in the two monitoring channels, start the copy function for SI parameters on the drive (p9700 = 57 hex).
F30682
SI Motion P2: Monitoring function not supported

Cause: The monitoring function enabled in p9301, p9501, p9601 or p9801 is not supported in this firmware version. This message does not result in a safety stop response.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Lists various unsupported monitoring functions like SLP, SCA, SLS override, etc.



Remedy:
Deselect the monitoring function involved.
F30683
SI Motion P2: SLS enable missing

Cause: The safety-relevant function ‘SLS’ is not enabled in p9301 although other safety-relevant monitoring functions are enabled. This message does not result in a safety stop response.



Remedy:
Enable the function ‘SLS’ (p9301.0) and carry out a POWER ON.
Note: Save the changes before POWER ON (copy from RAM to ROM).
F30692
SI Motion P2: Incorrect parameter value encoderless

Cause: For encoderless motion monitoring functions, the parameter cannot be parameterized with this value. This message does not result in a safety stop response.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Parameter number with the incorrect value.



Remedy:
Correct the parameter specified in the fault value.
A30693 (F)
SI P2: Safety parameter settings changed, POWER ON required

Cause: Safety parameters have been changed; these will only take effect following a POWER ON.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): Parameter number of the safety parameter which has changed, necessitating a POWER ON.



Remedy:
  • execute the function ‘Copy RAM to ROM’.
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).

C30700
SI Motion P2: STOP A initiated

Cause: The drive is stopped via a STOP A (pulses are suppressed via the safety shutdown path of processor 1). Possible causes:
  • stop request from processor 1.
  • Pulses not suppressed after test stop selection.
  • subsequent response to messages C30706, C30714, C30701.




Remedy:
  • remove the cause of the fault on the monitoring channel of processor 1.
  • check the shutdown path of processor 2.
  • carry out diagnostics routines for the respective messages.
  • replace Power Module.
  • replace Control Unit.
This message can be acknowledged via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C30701
SI Motion P2: STOP B initiated

Cause: The drive is stopped via a STOP B (braking along the OFF3 deceleration ramp). As a result of this fault, after the speed threshold is fallen below, message C30700 ‘STOP A initiated’ is output. Possible causes:
  • stop request from processor 1.
  • subsequent response to messages C30714, C30711, C30707.




Remedy:
  • remove the cause of the fault on the monitoring channel of processor 1.
  • carry out diagnostics routines for the respective messages.
This message can be acknowledged via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C30706
SI Motion P2: SAM/SBR limit exceeded

Cause: Motion monitoring functions with set acceleration monitoring (SAM, p9306 = 3) or brake ramp monitoring (SBR, p9306 = 1) have exceeded the selected tolerance after initiating STOP B (SS1) or SLS changeover. The drive is shut down by message C30700 ‘SI Motion P2: STOP A initiated’.



Remedy:
Check the braking behavior and, if necessary, adapt the parameterization of the ‘SAM’ or the ‘SBR’ function. This message can be acknowledged without a POWER ON as follows: motion monitoring functions integrated in the drive: via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C30711
SI Motion P2: Defect in a monitoring channel

Cause: When cross-comparing the two monitoring channels, the drive detected a difference between the input data or results and initiated a STOP F. One of the monitoring functions no longer reliably functions.
Message value (r2124, interpret decimal): Number of the cross-compared data that resulted in this message. The significance of the individual message values is described in safety message C01711.



Remedy:
Remedy depends on the message value.
  • Re message value = 1040: de-select encoderless monitoring functions, select and de-select STO.
  • Re message value = 6000 … 6999: The significance is described in safety fault F01611.
  • Re other message values: The significance is described in safety message C01711.
This message can be acknowledged via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C30712
SI Motion P2: Defect in F-IO processing

Cause: When cross checking and comparing the two monitoring channels, the drive detected a difference between parameters or results of the F-IO processing and initiated a STOP F. One of the monitoring functions no longer reliably functions.
Message value (r2124, interpret decimal): See safety message C01712 for a description of the message values.



Remedy:
  • check parameterization in the parameters involved and correct if required.
  • ensure equality by copying the SI data to processor 2 and then carry out an acceptance test.
This message can be acknowledged via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C30714
SI Motion P2: Safely-Limited Speed exceeded

Cause: The drive had moved faster than that specified by the velocity limit value (p9331). The drive is stopped as a result of the configured stop response (p9363).
Message value (r2124, interpret decimal): 100: SLS1 exceeded, 200: SLS2 exceeded, etc.



Remedy:
  • check the traversing/motion program in the control.
  • check the limits for ‘SLS’ function and if required, adapt (p9331).
This message can be acknowledged via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C30716
SI Motion P2: Tolerance for safe motion direction exceeded

Cause: The tolerance for the ‘safe motion direction’ function was exceeded. The drive is stopped as a result of the configured stop response (p9366).
Message value (r9749, interpret decimal): 0: Tolerance for the ‘safe motion direction positive’ function exceeded. 1: Tolerance for the ‘safe motion direction negative’ function exceeded.



Remedy:
  • check the traversing/motion program in the control.
  • check the tolerance for ‘SDI’ function and if required, adapt (p9364).
This message can be acknowledged as follows: Deselect the ‘SDI’ function and select again. Perform a safe acknowledgment via F-DI or PROFIsafe.
C30770
SI Motion P2: Discrepancy error affecting the failsafe inputs

Cause: The fail-safe digital inputs (F-DI) show a different state longer than that parameterized in p10002 / p10102.
Fault value (r0949, interpret binary): Bit 0: Discrepancy error for F-DI 0, Bit 1: Discrepancy error for F-DI 1.



Remedy:
check the wiring of the F-DI (contact problems).
Note: This message can be acknowledged via F-DI or PROFIsafe. Discrepancy errors of an F-DI can only be completely acknowledged if safe acknowledgement was carried out once the cause of the error was resolved. For cyclic switching operations, it may be necessary to adapt the discrepancy time.
C30798
SI Motion P2: Test stop running

Cause: The test stop is active.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The message is withdrawn when the test stop is finished.
C30799
SI Motion P2: Acceptance test mode active

Cause: The acceptance test mode is active.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The message is withdrawn when exiting the acceptance test mode.
N30800 (F)
Power unit: Group signal

Cause: The power unit has detected at least one fault.



Remedy:
Evaluate the other messages that are presently available.
F30802
Power unit: Time slice overflow

Cause: A time slice overflow has occurred.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F30804 (N, A)
Power unit: CRC

Cause: A CRC error has occurred for the power unit.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F30805
Power unit: EPROM checksum error

Cause: Internal parameter data is corrupted.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
  • 01: EEPROM access error.
  • 02: Too many blocks in the EEPROM.




Remedy:
Replace the module.
F30809
Power unit: Switching information not valid

Cause: For 3P gating unit, the following applies: The last switching status word in the setpoint telegram is identified by the end ID. Such an end ID was not found.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

A30810 (F)
Power unit: Watchdog timer

Cause: When booting it was detected that the cause of the previous reset was an SAC watchdog timer overflow.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for all components.
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F30850
Power unit: Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred in the power unit.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • replace power unit.
  • if required, upgrade the firmware in the power unit.
  • contact the Hotline.

F30875
Power unit DRIVE-CLIQ (CU): Supply voltage failed

Cause: The DRIVE-CLiQ communication from the DRIVE-CLiQ component involved to the Control Unit signals that the supply voltage has failed.
Fault cause: 9 (= 09 hex): The power supply voltage for the components has failed.



Remedy:
  • carry out a POWER ON (power off/on).
  • check the power supply voltage wiring for the DRIVE-CLiQ component (interrupted cable, contacts, …).
  • check the dimensioning of the power supply for the DRIVE-CLiQ component.

F30903
Power unit: I2C bus error occurred

Cause: Communications error with an EEPROM or A/D converter.
Fault value (r0949, interpret hexadecimal):
  • 80000000 hex: internal software error.
  • 00000001 hex … 0000FFFF hex: module fault.




Remedy:
Re fault value = 80000000 hex:
  • upgrade firmware to later version.
Re fault value = 00000001 hex … 0000FFFF hex:
  • replace the module.

A30920 (F)
Temperature sensor fault

Cause: When evaluating the temperature sensor, an error occurred.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
  • 1: Wire breakage or sensor not connected (KTY: R > 2120 Ohm).
  • 2: Measured resistance too low (PTC: R < 20 Ohm, KTY: R < 50 Ohm).




Remedy:
  • make sure that the sensor is connected correctly.
  • replace the sensor.

F30950
Power unit: Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Information about the fault source. Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • If necessary, upgrade the firmware in the power unit to a later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

A30999 (F, N)
Power unit: Unknown alarm

Cause: An alarm occurred on the power unit that cannot be interpreted by the Control Unit firmware. This can occur if the firmware on this component is more recent than the firmware on the Control Unit.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal): Alarm number.



Remedy:
  • replace the firmware on the power unit by an older firmware version (r0128).
  • upgrade the firmware on the Control Unit (r0018).

F31152 (N, A)
Encoder 1: Maximum input frequency exceeded

Cause: The maximum input frequency of the encoder evaluation has been exceeded.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Actual input frequency in Hz.



Remedy:
  • Reduce the speed.
  • Use an encoder with a lower pulse number (p0408).

F31160 (N, A)
Encoder 1: Analog sensor channel A failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4673).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
For fault value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4673).
For fault value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
F31161 (N, A)
Encoder 1: Analog sensor channel B failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4675).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
For fault value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4675).
For fault value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
F31163 (N, A)
Encoder 1: Analog sensor position value exceeds limit value

Cause: The position value has exceeded the permissible range of -0.5 … +0.5.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Position value from the LVDT sensor.
2: Position value from the encoder characteristic.



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: Check the LVDT ratio (p4678) and reference signal connection at track B.
For fault value = 2: check the coefficients of the characteristic (p4663 … p4666).
A31442 (F, N)
Encoder 1: Battery voltage pre-alarm

Cause: When switched-off, the encoder uses a battery to back up the multiturn information. The battery voltage is no longer sufficient.



Remedy:
Replace battery.
A31460 (N)
Encoder 1: Analog sensor channel A failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside measuring range set in p4673.
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
Re alarm value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4673).
Re alarm value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
A31461 (N)
Encoder 1: Analog sensor channel B failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4675).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
Re alarm value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4675).
Re alarm value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
A31462 (N)
Encoder 1: Analog sensor no channel active

Cause: Channel A and B are not activated for the analog sensor.



Remedy:
  • activate channel A and/or channel B (p4670).
  • check the encoder configuration (p0404.17).

A31463 (N)
Encoder 1: Analog sensor position value exceeds limit value

Cause: The position value has exceeded the permissible range of -0.5 … +0.5.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Position value from the LVDT sensor.
2: Position value from the encoder characteristic.



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: Check the LVDT ratio (p4678) and reference signal connection.
Re alarm value = 2: check the coefficients of the characteristic (p4663 … p4666).
A31470 (F, N)
Encoder 1: Soiling detected

Cause: In the case of the alternative encoder system interface on the Sensor Module Cabinet 30 (SMC30), encoder soiling is signaled via a 0 signal at terminal X521.7.



Remedy:
  • check the plug connections
  • replace the encoder or encoder cable

F31912
Encoder 1: Device combination is not permissible

Cause: The selected device combination is not supported.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1003: The connected measuring unit cannot be operated with the EnDat 2.2 converter (e.g., pulse number of 2^n).
1005: The type of measuring unit (incremental) is not supported.
1006: The maximum duration (31.25 µs) of the EnDat transfer was exceeded.
2001: The set combination of cycle times is not supported.
2002: The resolution of the linear measuring unit does not match the pole pair width of the linear motor.



Remedy:
Re fault value = 1003, 1005, 1006: Use a measuring unit that is permissible.
For fault value = 2001: Set a permissible cycle combination.
For fault value = 2002: Use a measuring unit with a lower resolution (p0422).
A31915 (F, N)
Encoder 1: Configuration error

Cause: The configuration for encoder 1 is incorrect.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Re-parameterization between fault/alarm is not permissible.
419: When the fine resolution Gx_XIST2 is configured, the encoder identifies a maximum possible absolute position actual value (r0483) that can no longer be represented within 32 bits.



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: No re-parameterization between fault/alarm.
Re alarm value = 419: Reduce the fine resolution (p0419) or deactivate the monitoring (p0437.25), if the complete multiturn range is not required.
A31930 (N)
Encoder 1: Data logger has saved data

Cause: For the activated function ‘Data logger’ (p0437.0 = 1) a fault has occurred with the Sensor Module. This alarm indicates that the diagnostics data corresponding to the fault was saved on the memory card.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The alarm disappears automatically. The data logger is ready to record the next fault case.
A31940 (F, N)
Encoder 1: Spindle sensor S1 voltage incorrect

Cause: The voltage of analog sensor S1 is outside the permissible range.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Signal level from sensor S1.



Remedy:
Check the clamped tool. Check the tolerance and if required, adapt (p5040). Check the thresholds and if required, adapt (p5041). Check analog sensor S1 and connections.
F32152 (N, A)
Encoder 2: Maximum input frequency exceeded

Cause: The maximum input frequency of the encoder evaluation has been exceeded.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Actual input frequency in Hz.



Remedy:
  • Reduce the speed.
  • Use an encoder with a lower pulse number (p0408).

F32160 (N, A)
Encoder 2: Analog sensor channel A failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4673).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
For fault value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4673).
For fault value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
F32161 (N, A)
Encoder 2: Analog sensor channel B failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4675).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
For fault value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4675).
For fault value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
F32163 (N, A)
Encoder 2: Analog sensor position value exceeds limit value

Cause: The position value has exceeded the permissible range of -0.5 … +0.5.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Position value from the LVDT sensor.
2: Position value from the encoder characteristic.



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: Check the LVDT ratio (p4678) and check the reference signal connection at track B.
For fault value = 2: check the coefficients of the characteristic (p4663 … p4666).
A32442 (F, N)
Encoder 2: Battery voltage pre-alarm

Cause: When switched-off, the encoder uses a battery to back up the multiturn information. The battery voltage is no longer sufficient to check the multiturn information.



Remedy:
Replace battery.
A32460 (N)
Encoder 2: Analog sensor channel A failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside measuring range set in p4673.
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
Re alarm value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4673).
Re alarm value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
A32461 (N)
Encoder 2: Analog sensor channel B failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4675).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
Re alarm value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4675).
Re alarm value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
A32462 (N)
Encoder 2: Analog sensor no channel active

Cause: Channel A and B are not activated for the analog sensor.



Remedy:
  • activate channel A and/or channel B (p4670).
  • check the encoder configuration (p0404.17).

A32463 (N)
Encoder 2: Analog sensor position value exceeds limit value

Cause: The position value has exceeded the permissible range of -0.5 … +0.5.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Position value from the LVDT sensor.
2: Position value from the encoder characteristic.



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: Check the LVDT ratio (p4678) and the reference signal connection at track B.
Re alarm value = 2: check the coefficients of the characteristic (p4663 … p4666).
A32470 (F, N)
Encoder 2: Soiling detected

Cause: In the case of the alternative encoder system interface on the Sensor Module Cabinet 30 (SMC30), encoder soiling is signaled via a 0 signal at terminal X521.7.



Remedy:
  • check the plug connections
  • replace the encoder or encoder cable

F32912
Encoder 2: Device combination is not permissible

Cause: The selected device combination is not supported.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1003: The connected measuring unit cannot be operated with the EnDat 2.2 converter.
1005: The type of measuring unit (incremental) is not supported.
1006: The maximum duration (31.25 µs) of the EnDat transfer was exceeded.
2001: The set combination of current controller cycle, DP cycle and Safety cycle is not supported.
2002: The resolution of the linear measuring unit does not match the pole pair width of the linear motor.



Remedy:
Re fault value = 1003, 1005, 1006: Use a measuring unit that is permissible.
For fault value = 2001: Set a permissible cycle combination.
For fault value = 2002: Use a measuring unit with a lower resolution (p0422).
A32915 (F, N)
Encoder 2: Configuration error

Cause: The configuration for encoder 2 is incorrect.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Re-parameterization between fault/alarm is not permissible.
419: When the fine resolution Gx_XIST2 is configured, the encoder identifies a maximum possible absolute position actual value (r0483) that can no longer be represented within 32 bits.



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: No re-parameterization between fault/alarm.
Re alarm value = 419: Reduce the fine resolution (p0419) or deactivate the monitoring (p0437.25), if the complete multiturn range is not required.
A32930 (N)
Encoder 2: Data logger has saved data

Cause: For the activated function ‘Data logger’ (p0437.0 = 1) a fault has occurred with the Sensor Module. This alarm indicates that the diagnostics data corresponding to the fault was saved on the memory card.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The alarm disappears automatically. The data logger is ready to record the next fault case.
A32940 (F, N)
Encoder 2: Spindle sensor S1 voltage incorrect

Cause: The voltage of analog sensor S1 is outside the permissible range.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Signal level from sensor S1.



Remedy:
  • Check the clamped tool.
  • Check the tolerance and if required, adapt (p5040).
  • Check the thresholds and if required, adapt (p5041).
  • Check analog sensor S1 and connections.

F33152 (N, A)
Encoder 3: Maximum input frequency exceeded

Cause: The maximum input frequency of the encoder evaluation has been exceeded.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Actual input frequency in Hz.



Remedy:
  • Reduce the speed.
  • Use an encoder with a lower pulse number (p0408).

F33160 (N, A)
Encoder 3: Analog sensor channel A failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4673).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
For fault value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4673).
For fault value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
F33161 (N, A)
Encoder 3: Analog sensor channel B failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4675).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
For fault value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4675).
F33163 (N, A)
Encoder 3: Analog sensor position value exceeds limit value

Cause: The position value has exceeded the permissible range of -0.5 … +0.5.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1: Position value from the LVDT sensor.
2: Position value from the encoder characteristic.



Remedy:
For fault value = 1: Check the LVDT ratio (p4678) and check the reference signal connection at track B.
For fault value = 2: check the coefficients of the characteristic (p4663 … p4666).
A33442 (F, N)
Encoder 3: Battery voltage pre-alarm

Cause: When switched-off, the encoder uses a battery to back up the multiturn information. The battery voltage is no longer sufficient to check the multiturn information.



Remedy:
Replace battery.
A33460 (N)
Encoder 3: Analog sensor channel A failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside measuring range set in p4673.
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
Re alarm value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4673).
Re alarm value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
A33461 (N)
Encoder 3: Analog sensor channel B failed

Cause: The input voltage of the analog sensor is outside the permissible limits.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Input voltage outside detectable measuring range.
2: Input voltage outside the measuring range set in (p4675).
3: The absolute value of the input voltage has exceeded the range limit (p4676).



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: check the output voltage of the analog sensor.
Re alarm value = 2: check the voltage setting for each encoder period (p4675).
Re alarm value = 3: check the range limit setting and increase it if necessary (p4676).
A33462 (N)
Encoder 3: Analog sensor no channel active

Cause: Channel A and B are not activated for the analog sensor.



Remedy:
  • activate channel A and/or channel B (p4670).
  • check the encoder configuration (p0404.17).

A33463 (N)
Encoder 3: Analog sensor position value exceeds limit value

Cause: The position value has exceeded the permissible range of -0.5 … +0.5.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Position value from the LVDT sensor.
2: Position value from the encoder characteristic.



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: Check the LVDT ratio (p4678) and check the reference signal connection at track B.
Re alarm value = 2: check the coefficients of the characteristic (p4663 … p4666).
A33470 (F, N)
Encoder 3: Soiling detected

Cause: In the case of the alternative encoder system interface on the Sensor Module Cabinet 30 (SMC30), encoder soiling is signaled via a 0 signal at terminal X521.7.



Remedy:
  • check the plug connections
  • replace the encoder or encoder cable

F33912
Encoder 3: Device combination is not permissible

Cause: The selected device combination is not supported.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal):
1003: The connected measuring unit cannot be operated with the EnDat 2.2 converter.
1005: The type of measuring unit (incremental) is not supported.
1006: The maximum duration (31.25 µs) of the EnDat transfer was exceeded.
2001: The set combination of cycle times is not supported.
2002: The resolution of the linear measuring unit does not match the pole pair width of the linear motor.



Remedy:
Re fault value = 1003, 1005, 1006: Use a measuring unit that is permissible.
For fault value = 2001: Set a permissible cycle combination.
For fault value = 2002: Use a measuring unit with a lower resolution (p0422).
A33915 (F, N)
Encoder 3: Configuration error

Cause: The configuration for encoder 3 is incorrect.
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
1: Re-parameterization between fault/alarm is not permissible.
419: When the fine resolution Gx_XIST2 is configured, the encoder identifies a maximum possible absolute position actual value (r0483) that can no longer be represented within 32 bits.



Remedy:
Re alarm value = 1: No re-parameterization between fault/alarm.
Re alarm value = 419: Reduce the fine resolution (p0419) or deactivate the monitoring (p0437.25), if the complete multiturn range is not required.
A33930 (N)
Encoder 3: Data logger has saved data

Cause: For the activated function ‘Data logger’ (p0437.0 = 1) a fault has occurred with the Sensor Module. This alarm indicates that the diagnostics data corresponding to the fault was saved on the memory card.



Remedy:
Not necessary. The alarm disappears automatically. The data logger is ready to record the next fault case.
A33940 (F, N)
Encoder 3: Spindle sensor S1 voltage incorrect

Cause: The voltage of analog sensor S1 is outside the permissible range.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Signal level from sensor S1.



Remedy:
  • Check the clamped tool.
  • Check the tolerance and if required, adapt (p5040).
  • Check the thresholds and if required, adapt (p5041).
  • Check analog sensor S1 and connections.

F34950
VSM: Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error in the Voltage Sensing Module (VSM) has occurred.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Information about the fault source. Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • If necessary, upgrade the firmware in the Voltage Sensing Module to a later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F35950
TM: Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Information about the fault source. Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • If necessary, upgrade the firmware in the Terminal Module to a later version.
  • contact the Hotline.

F36950
Hub: Internal software error

Cause: An internal software error has occurred.
Fault value (r0949, interpret decimal): Information about the fault source. Only for internal Siemens troubleshooting.



Remedy:
  • if required, upgrade the firmware in the DRIVE-CLiQ hub module to a more recent version.
  • contact the Hotline.

A50001 (F)
PROFINET configuration error

Cause: A PROFINET controller attempts to establish a connection using an incorrect configuring telegram. The ‘Shared Device’ function has been activated (p8929 = 2).
Alarm value (r2124, interpret decimal):
  • 10: A/F-CPU configures mixed PZD/PROFIsafe telegram.
  • 13: F-CPU and PROFIsafe is not activated (p9601.3).
  • 15: PROFIsafe telegram of the F-CPU does not match the setting in p9501.30.




Remedy:
Check the configuration of the PROFINET controllers as well as the p8929 setting.
A50010 (F)
PROFINET Name of Station invalid

Cause: PROFINET Name of Station is invalid.



Remedy:
Correct the name of the station (p8920) and activate (p8925 = 2).
A50020 (F)
PROFINET: Second controller missing

Cause: The PROFINET function ‘Shared Device’ has been activated (p8929 = 2). However, only the connection to a PROFINET controller is present.



Remedy:
Check the configuration of the PROFINET controllers as well as the p8929 setting.
F50510
FBLOCKS: Logon of the run-time group rejected

Cause: When the run-time groups of the free function blocks attempted to log on with the sampling time management, the logon of at least one run-time group was rejected. Too many different hardware sampling times may have been assigned to the free function blocks.



Remedy:
Check number of available hardware sampling times (T_sample < 8 ms) (r7903).
F50511
FBLOCKS: Memory no longer available for free function blocks

Cause: When the free function blocks were activated, more memory was requested than was available on the Control Unit.



Remedy:
Not necessary.
A50513 (F)
FBLOCKS: Run sequence value already assigned

Cause: An attempt was made to assign a run sequence value already assigned to a function block on this drive object to another additional function block on the same drive object. A run sequence value can only be precisely assigned to one function block on one drive object.



Remedy:
Set another value that is still available on this drive object for the run sequence.
A50517
FBLOCKS: Int. meas. active

Cause: A Siemens internal measurement has been activated.



Remedy:
Carry out a POWER ON (power off/on) for the Control Unit involved.
F50518
FBLOCKS: Sampling time of free run-time group differs at download

Cause: In the STARTER/SCOUT project that was downloaded, the hardware sampling time of a free run-time group (1 <= p20000[i] <= 256) was set to a value that was either too low or too high. The sampling time must be between 1 ms and the value r20003 - r20002.



Remedy:
  • correctly set the sampling time of the run-time group.
  • if required, take all of the blocks from the run-time group.
Note: If the error occurs again after correction, the run-time group involved should be identified using the fault value (r0949) and the sampling time correctly set.

How to Read G120 Faults via IOP-2 & Startdrive

Siemens provides multiple layers of diagnostics. In 2026, troubleshooting usually moves away from the basic LED blink codes to text-based analysis:

  • Intelligent Operator Panel (IOP-2): Unlike the basic BOP-2, the IOP-2 features a high-resolution color screen. When a fault occurs (e.g., F30001), pressing the INFO or HELP button provides a full text description and a list of possible causes directly on the screen.
  • Startdrive (TIA Portal): Connect your PC via PROFINET (Ethernet) or USB. The “Diagnostics” buffer in TIA Portal is the most powerful tool available. It allows you to:
    • View the Fault History (last 64 events) with Real-Time Clock stamps.
    • Use the Trace Function to record motor current and DC bus voltage milliseconds before a trip to catch intermittent spikes.
  • Smart Access Module (SAM): The G120 now supports a Wi-Fi module (G120 Smart Access). This allows you to view faults and check parameters wirelessly using your smartphone or tablet, which is ideal for drives mounted in hard-to-reach areas.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the difference between a Fault (F) and an Alarm (A)?

A:

  • Fault (Fxxxxx, e.g., F07860): The drive trips immediately. The motor coasts to a stop or brakes. You must acknowledge (reset) the fault to restart.
  • Alarm (Axxxxx, e.g., A07400): The drive continues to run, but a limit has been reached (e.g., DC Link Voltage High). If the condition persists, it may turn into a Fault.

Q: How do I reset a Siemens G120 fault?

A:

  1. Keypad: Press the FN (Function) or OK button on the BOP-2/IOP-2.
  2. Digital Input: Pulse the input configured as “Acknowledge Fault” (p2103).
  3. Fieldbus: Send the acknowledgment bit (Bit 7 of Control Word 1) via PROFINET or PROFIBUS.
  4. Safety Faults: For STO faults (F01600), you may need to cycle the 24V safety power or perform a specific “Safe Reset” procedure.

Q: Why do I get “F30001” (Overcurrent) on startup?

A: F30001 is the most common hardware trip.

  • Check the motor data in Quick Commissioning (Motor ID) to ensure it matches the nameplate.
  • Check for a short circuit in the motor cable or a ground fault.
  • If the load is high inertia, increase the Ramp-Up Time (p1120).