The "License Key Not Available" error can be a significant obstacle to logging functionality in WinCC Runtime Advanced Work. By following the troubleshooting steps and workarounds outlined in this article, users can resolve the issue and ensure seamless logging operations. Regular maintenance, accurate record-keeping, and best practices can help prevent future issues and ensure optimal performance of the WinCC system. If issues persist, it is recommended to contact Siemens support or a qualified WinCC expert for further assistance.
behaves exactly like the real hardware. It will always throw this error if the logging license isn't on your PC. For simulation purposes, you can simply ignore and close the popup The "License Key Not Available" error can be
occurs because historical data logging (Tag or Alarm logging) requires a specific add-on license If issues persist, it is recommended to contact
: If the PC experienced an improper shutdown or power failure, an existing license may be marked as "defective" in the [Automation License Manager (ALM)](siemens.com (alm)-download?dti=0&lc=en-WW "Download Siemens ALM"). Step-by-Step Solutions 1. Identify the Exact Missing License For simulation purposes, you can simply ignore and
Ensure the license is transferred to the correct drive (typically the C: drive) where the Runtime is active.
: 6AV2107-0GA00-0BB0 (USB flash drive) or 6AV2107-0GA00-0BH0 (Download).