What causes Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 103001?

Normal control operation generated this status message. User action or program command triggered this notification. System configuration or commissioning activity produced this message. Machine data or parameter change created this notification.

How do I fix Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 103001?

1. Read the complete message text on the SINUMERIK screen — note any parameter values shown. 2. If action is required, follow the instructions in the message. 3. Acknowledge the message on the operator panel to continue operation. 4. Consult the Siemens SINUMERIK alarm documentation for message 103001 if clarification is needed. 5. If this message appears unexpectedly, review recent parameter or configuration changes.

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Alarm 103001

Siemens 840D 103001 - Selection only possible after enable or in RESET state

Alarm 103001 occurs when an operator attempts to select a program, mode, or function while the machine is in an active state that prohibits the selection. The SINUMERIK control requires the machine to be either in RESET state or after an ENABLE signal has been acknowledged before certain selections can be made.

Siemens SINUMERIKProgram/G-codeIntermediate30-120 minutes

103001

Siemens 840D 103001 - Selection only possible after enable or in RESET state

Selection only possible after enable or in RESET state

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 103001 occurs when an operator attempts to select a program, mode, or function while the machine is in an active state that prohibits the selection. The SINUMERIK control requires the machine to be either in RESET state or after an ENABLE signal has been acknowledged before certain selections can be made.

Safety

Refer to Siemens documentation
Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

1
Press the RESET button on the machine control panel to clear the current machine state.
2
Verify that all axis motion has stopped and the spindle is not rotating before proceeding.
Ensure no tooling or workpiece collision hazards exist before resetting.
3
Check the NC Ready signal indicator on the HMI - ensure it shows green/ready status.
4
Attempt the program or mode selection again after confirming RESET state is active.

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