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

104018

Siemens 840D 104018 - Tool not available

Tool not available

Siemens SINUMERIK operator message 104018: Tool not available. This is an informational message from the SINUMERIK control indicating a system status or operation result that may require operator action.

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 104018 occurs when the CNC program calls for a tool that is not defined in the active tool management system or magazine. This typically happens when the T-number programmed does not exist in the tool list, the tool has been removed from the magazine without updating the tool table, or the tool management data has been corrupted or incorrectly configured.

Safety

  • Refer to Siemens documentation
  • Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

  1. 1

    Check the NC program line that triggered the alarm and note the T-number being called (e.g., T15).

  2. 2

    Navigate to the tool management screen (Offset/Tool/Tool List menu) and verify if the T-number exists in the tool table.

  3. 3

    If the tool is missing, create a new tool entry with the correct T-number and enter all required tool data (length, radius, type).

  4. 4

    Load or reload the tool into the magazine at the specified pocket location and update the magazine assignment in tool management.

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