Siemens SINUMERIK codes
Siemens SINUMERIKServo/AxisBasic15-30 minutes

61343

Siemens 840D 61343 - Channel Block: No tool available for specified tool identifier

Channel Block: No tool available for specified tool identifier

Alarm can be triggered by following measuring cycles: all measuring cycles. Remedy: Check name of tool identifier.

Safety

  • Refer to Siemens documentation
  • Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Common Causes

  • Tool identifier in the measuring cycle program does not exist in the tool table
  • Tool identifier name contains typo or incorrect spelling
  • Tool table file is corrupted or not properly loaded into memory
  • Tool identifier was deleted from the tool database after program creation
  • Tool offset data missing or incomplete for the specified tool identifier

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. 1Open the tool table (Tabelle T) and verify the exact spelling and format of the tool identifier referenced in the measuring cycle at the specified block
  2. 2Cross-reference the tool identifier in the NC program against the active tool table to confirm the entry exists
  3. 3Clear the tool table cache and reload the tool database using the HMI interface
  4. 4Edit the measuring cycle to use a confirmed existing tool identifier from the current tool table
  5. 5Run a tool table integrity check and verify all tool offsets and identifiers are properly saved

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