Logging For Runtime Advanced Link - License Key Not Available Wincc
In the world of industrial automation, the "License key not available" popup for WinCC Logging is a classic stumbling block for many engineers. Here is the story of how this error usually unfolds—and how to fix it. The Missing Piece of the Puzzle
- On the source PC (before cloning), use ALM to return the license to a license file (
*.LicenseFile). - Clone the PC.
- On the target PC, use ALM to transfer the license from the file to the local hard drive. This re-binds the license to the new hardware.
- Warning: If you already cloned without returning the license, you must contact Siemens support to reset the license binding. This is a painful, slow process.
The Root Cause: It’s Not Just "WinCC"
Unlike Siemens Panels, where logging is often included, PC-based Runtime Advanced requires three distinct license types to operate fully without "nag" screens: In the world of industrial automation, the "License
WinCC Runtime Advanced (PowerTags):
Controls the basic execution and communication with the PLC based on tag count (e.g., 128, 512, 2048 tags). On the source PC (before cloning), use ALM