| 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 PC or IPC loses power without a clean shutdown, the license allocated to the active Runtime may become corrupted. Automation License Manager , right-click your license, and select . If it is marked as defective, you must contact Siemens Technical Support to have it restored. 3. Handle Engineering Simulation license key not available wincc logging for runtime advanced
Before changing your project configuration or purchasing software, check what licenses are currently recognized by your machine. | Step | Action Item | Key Insight
Here are some steps and considerations to help you troubleshoot or resolve the issue: | The license is essential and versionless
The background service responsible for checking keys might be frozen. Press Win + R , type services.msc , and press Enter. Scroll down to find .
Follow these steps in order to diagnose and fix the "License key not available" error.
The "License key not available! WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced" error is a common hurdle in Siemens TIA Portal projects when transitioning from engineering to live operation. This error occurs because WinCC Runtime Advanced requires a dedicated, additional license for data and alarm logging. Core Cause: The "Option" Requirement