License Key Not Available Wincc Logging For Runtime Advanced Extra Quality Jun 2026
When dealing with issues like a "license key not available" for WinCC logging for Runtime Advanced, here are some steps you can take:
Fixing "License Key Not Available: WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced"
Open the Siemens Automation License Manager on the execution machine.
Without a valid license for Logging , your runtime will either:
The "License key not available" error for WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced license key not available wincc logging for runtime advanced
The "License key not available! WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced" error typically occurs when a PC-based WinCC Runtime Advanced application attempts to access historical data features—such as alarm or tag logging—without a valid dedicated logging license. While basic runtime functions might continue with periodic nag pop-ups, historical data collection will fail until the license is properly installed and recognized. Siemenshttps://support.industry.siemens.com WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced - 6AV2107-0GA00-0BB0
: Licensed by "PowerTags" (e.g., 128, 512, 2048).
| Step | Action Item | Key Insight | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Check the TIA Portal HMI project under "Historical Data". | The error appears only if logging is configured. | | Check ALM | Open ALM on the target PC and look for the logging license. | The license is essential and versionless. | | Transfer License | If purchased, transfer the license from the USB stick using ALM. | This must be done for each operator station. | | Reinstall ALM | If ALM errors appear, reinstall the latest version. | Ensures license management is functional. | | Remove Logging | If logging is not needed, delete logs and tags, then recompile. | Prevents the error from appearing. | | Contact Support | If the license is defective or missing, contact Siemens. | Siemens can provide a replacement license. |
If the ALM itself is problematic, a reinstall is often the solution. When dealing with issues like a "license key
: This message will also appear during simulation in TIA Portal if the local engineering PC does not have the logging license. While you can ignore it for testing, the license must be present on the target IPC for production. Troubleshooting Steps
It sounds like you are encountering a error for WinCC Logging in WinCC Runtime Advanced (part of SIMATIC WinCC Advanced V13, V14, V15, V16, V17, V18, or TIA Portal).
To resolve this, you need to verify which licenses are installed on your PC via the Automation License Manager (ALM).
Few things are more frustrating than spending hours configuring your HMI project, only to be greeted by a cryptic red error message when you hit "Start Runtime." If you are seeing the error you are not alone. While basic runtime functions might continue with periodic
The "WinCC Runtime Advanced" base license does not automatically include logging features. You must have a separate, valid "WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced" license installed.
information in the output window. If a specific license is missing for a configured feature, it will often be noted there. Project Re-build
Open your TIA Portal project. Navigate to the WinCC Runtime Advanced device configuration. Under "Runtime settings" -> "Licenses," the system will list all required licenses for the features you have enabled.
When you see "License key not available," the system is explicitly telling you that the required logging license (or a suitable alternative) is not present or cannot be accessed.