What causes KUKA Robot alarm KRC1049?

Incorrect file path specified in the KRL program or WorkVisual project settings. Network drive or shared folder path is no longer accessible or mounted. User lacks sufficient permissions to create directories on the target storage location. Storage device has been disconnected or network connection to PC is unstable. Path contains invalid characters or exceeds maximum directory depth supported by the file system.

How do I fix KUKA Robot alarm KRC1049?

1. Verify the directory path in the KRL program code or WorkVisual project configuration matches the actual PC file system structure 2. Confirm the network drive or USB storage is properly connected and accessible from the KUKA controller 3. Check user account permissions on the target directory to ensure write access is available 4. Create the destination directory manually on the PC using file explorer before running the KRL program 5. Test network connectivity and shared folder access from the KUKA smartPAD or controller system 6. Review the full path length and characters used; simplify the path if necessary and re-run the program

KUKA Robot codes

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Alarm KRC1049

KUKA Robot KRC1049 - DIRECTORY NOT FOUND ! CREATE ?

The destination directory specified in the KRL program or file transfer operation does not exist on the PC or network storage. The system is prompting whether to create the missing directory automatically or abort the operation.

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KRC1049

KUKA Robot KRC1049 - DIRECTORY NOT FOUND ! CREATE ?

DIRECTORY NOT FOUND ! CREATE ?

Common Causes

Incorrect file path specified in the KRL program or WorkVisual project settings
Network drive or shared folder path is no longer accessible or mounted
User lacks sufficient permissions to create directories on the target storage location
Storage device has been disconnected or network connection to PC is unstable
Path contains invalid characters or exceeds maximum directory depth supported by the file system

Troubleshooting Steps

1Verify the directory path in the KRL program code or WorkVisual project configuration matches the actual PC file system structure
2Confirm the network drive or USB storage is properly connected and accessible from the KUKA controller
3Check user account permissions on the target directory to ensure write access is available
4Create the destination directory manually on the PC using file explorer before running the KRL program
5Test network connectivity and shared folder access from the KUKA smartPAD or controller system
6Review the full path length and characters used; simplify the path if necessary and re-run the program

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