What causes Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 101312?

Part program contains an illegal or unsupported command for the current machine configuration. Parameter or machine data setting incompatible with the commanded operation. Required option or function not enabled on this SINUMERIK control. Incorrect axis assignment or configuration for the commanded function. Software version or compile cycle version mismatch.

How do I fix Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 101312?

1. Note the full alarm message including any parameter values shown (e.g., axis number, block number, channel). 2. Identify the program block or operation that triggered the alarm. 3. Review the SINUMERIK alarm manual for alarm 101312 to identify the specific cause and remedy. 4. Check the relevant machine data parameters referenced in the alarm. 5. If the alarm persists after correcting the program, contact Siemens technical support with the full alarm text and machine data backup.

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Alarm 101312

Siemens 840D 101312 - Error in: line: path incorrect!

Alarm 101312 indicates a path specification error in a CNC program, typically occurring when a file path, directory reference, or subroutine call contains invalid syntax, non-existent directories, or incorrect formatting. The alarm identifies the specific program file and line number where the path error was detected during preprocessing or execution.

Siemens SINUMERIKProgram/G-codeIntermediate30-120 minutes

101312

Siemens 840D 101312 - Error in: line: path incorrect!

Error in: line: path incorrect!

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 101312 indicates a path specification error in a CNC program, typically occurring when a file path, directory reference, or subroutine call contains invalid syntax, non-existent directories, or incorrect formatting. The alarm identifies the specific program file and line number where the path error was detected during preprocessing or execution.

Safety

Refer to Siemens documentation
Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

1
Navigate to the program file indicated in %1 parameter and locate the specific line number shown in %2 parameter.
2
Check any EXTCALL, CALL, or file reference statements for correct syntax. Verify path uses proper format: //NC/directory/filename.MPF or /_N_MPF_DIR/_N_filename_MPF.
3
Verify the referenced subroutine file actually exists in the specified directory using the program manager or HMI file browser.
4
Correct the path syntax or create the missing file. If using network paths, verify NCK file system access permissions and network connectivity.
Backup the original program before making corrections.

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