What causes Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 61312?

Measuring cycle number does not exist in the active measuring cycle library or macro set. Incorrect measuring cycle syntax or parameter format in NC program. Measuring cycle not loaded or compiled in machine parameter configuration. Active tool offset or workpiece offset prevents execution of the specified measuring cycle. Measuring cycle called with missing or invalid required parameters.

How do I fix Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 61312?

1. Verify the measuring cycle number exists in the machine's measuring cycle library by checking the active macro directory and _CYCLE.DEF file 2. Review the NC block syntax where the alarm occurred - confirm cycle call syntax matches documentation (e.g., CYCLE822, CYCLE833) and all required parameters are specified 3. Check machine parameters related to measuring cycle configuration - verify measuring cycles are enabled and properly linked in the control system 4. Test the measuring cycle in manual mode using MDI to isolate whether the issue is program-specific or system-wide 5. Load a known working measuring cycle program to confirm the measuring cycle feature operates correctly before re-running the original program

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Alarm 61312

Siemens 840D 61312 - Channel Block: Check measuring cycle number

The alarm can be triggered by the following measuring cycles: all measuring cycles. Remedy: Measuring cycle called is impermissible.

Siemens SINUMERIKProbingIntermediate30-60 minutes

61312

Siemens 840D 61312 - Channel Block: Check measuring cycle number

Channel Block: Check measuring cycle number

The alarm can be triggered by the following measuring cycles: all measuring cycles. Remedy: Measuring cycle called is impermissible.

Safety

Refer to Siemens documentation
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Common Causes

Measuring cycle number does not exist in the active measuring cycle library or macro set
Incorrect measuring cycle syntax or parameter format in NC program
Measuring cycle not loaded or compiled in machine parameter configuration
Active tool offset or workpiece offset prevents execution of the specified measuring cycle
Measuring cycle called with missing or invalid required parameters

Troubleshooting Steps

1Verify the measuring cycle number exists in the machine's measuring cycle library by checking the active macro directory and _CYCLE.DEF file
2Review the NC block syntax where the alarm occurred - confirm cycle call syntax matches documentation (e.g., CYCLE822, CYCLE833) and all required parameters are specified
3Check machine parameters related to measuring cycle configuration - verify measuring cycles are enabled and properly linked in the control system
4Test the measuring cycle in manual mode using MDI to isolate whether the issue is program-specific or system-wide
5Load a known working measuring cycle program to confirm the measuring cycle feature operates correctly before re-running the original program

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