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Program/G-code · Intermediate · 30-120 minutes

Alarm 101612

Siemens 840D 101612 - Request cannot be executed because of operating state

Alarm 101612 indicates that a command or operation request cannot be executed due to the current operating state of the control system. This typically occurs when attempting to execute a function that is incompatible with the current mode (AUTO, JOG, MDA, etc.) or when the machine is in an improper state for the requested action (e.g., program running, spindle active, or axis moving).

Siemens SINUMERIKProgram/G-codeIntermediate30-120 minutes

101612

Siemens 840D 101612 - Request cannot be executed because of operating state

Request cannot be executed because of operating state

Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 101612: Request cannot be executed because of operating state. This alarm indicates an error condition in the NC program or control configuration that must be resolved before the operation can continue.

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 101612 indicates that a command or operation request cannot be executed due to the current operating state of the control system. This typically occurs when attempting to execute a function that is incompatible with the current mode (AUTO, JOG, MDA, etc.) or when the machine is in an improper state for the requested action (e.g., program running, spindle active, or axis moving).

Safety

  • Refer to Siemens documentation
  • Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

  1. 1

    Check the current operating mode on the machine control panel (AUTO, MDA, JOG, etc.).

  2. 2

    Stop any running program by pressing the RESET button or cycle stop, then wait for all axes and spindle to come to a complete stop.

    Ensure machine is in a safe state before stopping program execution.

  3. 3

    Switch to the appropriate operating mode for the intended operation (e.g., JOG for manual movement, MDA for manual data input, AUTO for program execution).

  4. 4

    Retry the requested function and verify the alarm clears.

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