Siemens SINUMERIK codes
Siemens SINUMERIKProgram/G-codeIntermediate30-120 minutes

10232

Siemens 10232 - [up to SW 3.x only] Mode group channel does not permit mode

[up to SW 3.x only] Mode group channel does not permit mode

The change to the desired mode is not permitted. You can only perform the mode change in the "reset" state Control reaction: Alarm display.

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 10232 occurs when a commanded operating mode or function is not permitted for the specified mode group and channel configuration in the SINUMERIK 840D system (software versions up to 3.x). This typically happens when attempting to execute operations that conflict with the current mode group assignment, such as trying to run a program in a channel that is not properly synchronized or enabled within its mode group.

Safety

  • Only qualified personnel should diagnose and clear control alarms; follow the machine builder's safety procedures and lockout/tagout where hardware work is required.

Causes and Fixes

  1. 1

    Check machine data MD20110 $MC_AXCONF_MACHAX_USED and MD20070 $MC_AXCONF_GEOAX_NAME_TAB to verify channel and mode group axis assignments are correct.

  2. 2

    Verify machine data MD20100 $MC_AXCONF_CHANAX_NAME_TAB to ensure the channel has proper axis configuration for the intended mode.

  3. 3

    Review machine data MD20150 $MC_AXCONF_GEOAX_ASSIGN_TAB to confirm geometry axis assignments match the mode group requirements.

  4. 4

    Perform a power cycle (soft reset) after verifying or correcting machine data settings.

    Back up all machine data before making any changes. Incorrect axis assignments can cause machine malfunction.

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