What causes Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 101609?

Required machine data or parameter not configured for the requested function. Option bit not set in SINUMERIK to enable the required functionality. Program references a function or axis that has not been configured. Machine commissioning incomplete — required setup step was not performed. Configuration data cleared or lost due to a parameter reset or hardware change.

How do I fix Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 101609?

1. Read the full alarm message to identify what is missing (axis name, parameter number, function name). 2. Consult the SINUMERIK alarm manual for alarm 101609 for the specific configuration requirement. 3. Check the relevant machine data group and set the required parameter. 4. If a specific option is required, verify it is licensed and enabled in the SINUMERIK option settings. 5. Power cycle after making configuration changes to apply the new settings.

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Alarm 101609

Siemens 840D 101609 - No description data available

Alarm 101609 is a generic program-related error in the Siemens 840D system, typically indicating missing or corrupted description data for system messages or alarm texts. This often occurs after software updates, partial data loss, or corruption in the alarm text database files stored in the NCK or HMI system.

Siemens SINUMERIKProgram/G-codeIntermediate30-120 minutes

101609

Siemens 840D 101609 - No description data available

No description data available

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 101609 is a generic program-related error in the Siemens 840D system, typically indicating missing or corrupted description data for system messages or alarm texts. This often occurs after software updates, partial data loss, or corruption in the alarm text database files stored in the NCK or HMI system.

Safety

Refer to Siemens documentation
Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

1
Boot the system into service mode and navigate to Commissioning > System Data to check the installed software version and alarm text files.
2
Use HMI File Manager to verify presence of alarm text files in /user/sinumerik/hmi/lng/[language] directories (e.g., alm_tece.com, alm_texte.com).
3
Restore alarm text files from a known good backup or reinstall the corresponding software package using the Siemens Installation Assistant.
Ensure backup of current configuration before overwriting system files
4
Perform NCK and HMI reboot to reload alarm text databases and verify alarm 101609 is cleared.

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