The official Siemens part number for is typically:
Plug a USB drive into the computer containing the new license.
According to technical forums, there is a clear distinction between the base RT Advanced license and the optional logging license. 2. The Necessary Licensing Components
: In some versions (like V14), the SmartServer service starts automatically and may trigger license popups even if unused. Disabling the "CoRTSmartServer" service in Windows Services can resolve this. 3. Simulation Behavior The official Siemens part number for is typically:
This is subtle. Your license may allow , but your project has 150 data logs configured .
Sometimes a similar popup appears for SmartServer even if not used. Disable the "CoRTSmartServer" service in Windows Service Manager if not needed. 4. Important Considerations
The error message is a frequent point of confusion for automation engineers working within the Siemens TIA Portal environment. This system alert triggers during runtime activation or simulation when a project is configured to historically log process values or alarms, but lacks the specific localized option license required to execute that action. Root Cause of the License Alert The Necessary Licensing Components : In some versions
The license shows a red or yellow icon, indicating a file system error or validation failure. Step 3: Purchase or Transfer the Correct MLFB (Part Number)
To solve this, you need to verify which licenses are installed on your Runtime PC or HMI Panel using the . Base License: SIMATIC WinCC Runtime Advanced [Tag Count]
This document provides an in-depth analysis of the error, differentiates between licensing architectures, and outlines a structured approach to diagnosis and resolution. Simulation Behavior This is subtle
: Check if you own the WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced license (e.g., Article No: 6AV2107-0GA00-0BB0 ). A standard "WinCC Runtime Advanced PowerTags" license only covers basic HMI operation, not archiving.
The license version (e.g., V16) must match or be newer than the version of WinCC Runtime you are using (e.g., V15). Step-by-Step Troubleshooting 1. Verify Your Project Requirements
Siemens licenses come in different types:
After license installation, restart the ALM service or reboot the runtime PC.
Once purchased, the license must be physically or digitally moved to the machine running the HMI application. Method A: Online Transfer via ALM