Ensure the license is transferred to the correct drive (typically the C: drive) where the Runtime is active.
If the issue persists, consider the following workarounds for Runtime Advanced Work: Ensure the license is transferred to the correct
: If the license is present but shows as "defective" in ALM, it may be due to an improper system shutdown. You may need to use the "Check" function in ALM to verify its status. 2. Evaluate Logging Usage in Project Review Runtime Settings : If you do not intend to use logging, go to Runtime Settings > Logging and ensure no tag logs or alarm logs are configured. GMP Features : Disable "Good Manufacturing Practice" (GMP) options in Runtime Settings It will always throw this error if the
Write this as a formal feature request to Siemens Support: Ensure the license is transferred to the correct
| License Type | Tags (Variables) | Logging (Archiving) | Typical Use Case | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Yes | Yes (Included) | Full-featured HMI | | WinCC Runtime Advanced Power Packs | 8k, 16k, 64k tags | Yes (Included) | Large tag count projects | | WinCC Runtime Compact | 100 tags | No Logging | Small machines, no archiving |
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