What causes Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 105006?

User attempted to copy a workpiece file (.wpd) into a program directory instead of the workpiece directory. File management confusion between program storage and workpiece data storage locations. Incorrect drag-and-drop or copy operation targeting the wrong directory type. User lacks understanding of file type restrictions for different directory structures.

How do I fix Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 105006?

1. Verify the source file is actually a workpiece file (.wpd extension) and confirm intended destination directory 2. Navigate to the correct workpiece directory and place the .wpd file in the appropriate workpiece storage location 3. Review file system structure to ensure program files (.mpf, .spf) and workpiece files (.wpd) are in their designated directories 4. Clear the attempted operation and restart the file insertion process using the correct destination path 5. Consult machine documentation to confirm proper directory hierarchy and file type organization

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Alarm 105006

Siemens 840D 105006 - Only files can be inserted here

This alarm occurs when attempting to insert a workpiece file (.WPD) into a program directory structure where only executable program files are permitted. The SINUMERIK 840D file system maintains strict separation between workpiece directories (containing part programs and workpieces) and program directories, and this operation violates that structure.

Siemens SINUMERIKServo/AxisBasic5-10 minutes

105006

Siemens 840D 105006 - Only files can be inserted here

Only files can be inserted here

Root Cause Summary

This alarm occurs when attempting to insert a workpiece file (.WPD) into a program directory structure where only executable program files are permitted. The SINUMERIK 840D file system maintains strict separation between workpiece directories (containing part programs and workpieces) and program directories, and this operation violates that structure.

Safety

Refer to Siemens documentation
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Causes and Fixes

1
Navigate to the workpiece directory on the HMI (typically under '_N_WPD_DIR' or 'Workpiece' directory structure) and verify the source file is indeed a .WPD file type.
2
If you need to use this program, copy the actual NC program file (usually .MPF or .SPF) from within the workpiece container, not the entire .WPD workpiece file itself.
Do not attempt to rename .WPD files to .MPF - this will cause execution errors
3
Use the 'Program Manager' function to properly open the workpiece file, then copy individual NC programs to the desired program directory location using the correct HMI file management functions.
4
Acknowledge the alarm and restart the file operation using the correct source file type in the appropriate target directory.

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