What it means
A01069 is raised when the parameter backup on the memory card does not match the drive unit in which the card is used. A typical case named in the manual: devices A and B are not compatible, and a memory card with the parameter backup for device A is inserted in device B. As a result, the module boots with the factory settings.
Why it appears
- The parameter backup on the memory card and the drive unit do not match.
- Example given by the manual: devices A and B are not compatible, and a memory card with the parameter backup for device A is inserted in device B.
- Because of this mismatch, the module boots with the factory settings.
What to check
- Insert a memory card with a parameter backup that is compatible with this device and carry out a POWER ON.
- Alternatively, insert a memory card without a parameter backup and carry out a POWER ON.
- On G120 and G120XA the manual additionally allows: if required, withdraw the memory card and carry out POWER ON.
- Save the parameters afterwards. On G130, G150, S120 and S150 this is done with p0977 = 1; on G120 and G120XA with p0971 = 1.
Parameters the manual names
- p0977 (Save all parameters): set to 1 to save all parameters after booting on G130, G150, S120 and S150 with a compatible card or a card without parameter backup.
- p0971 (Save parameters): set to 1 to save the parameters after booting on G120 and G120XA with a compatible card or a card without parameter backup.
Acknowledging and restarting
No acknowledgement is required, and the drive takes no automatic reaction to this alarm. The condition is resolved by carrying out a POWER ON with a suitable memory card — one whose parameter backup matches the device, or one without parameter backup — and then saving the parameters as described above.
What differs between the drive families
Straight from the manuals' own fields — A01069 is not described identically everywhere.
| Drive family | Reaction | Acknowledge | Message class | Component | Manual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G130, G150 | NONE | NONE | Error in the parameterization / configuration / commissioning procedure (18) | Control Unit (CU) | SINAMICS G130, G150 List Manual · p. 1387 |
| S120, S150 | NONE | NONE | Error in the parameterization / configuration / commissioning procedure (18) | Control Unit (CU) | SINAMICS S120, S150 List Manual · p. 2574 |
| G120 | NONE | NONE | Error in the parameterization / configuration / commissioning procedure (18) | — | SINAMICS G120 · p. 830 |
| G120XA | NONE | NONE | — | — | SINAMICS G120XA PN converter · p. 1107 |
The drives this code lives on
A01069 is described for G120, G120XA, G130, G150, S120, S150. These are the converters of those families in our catalogue — price on request.
Questions technicians ask
What does alarm A01069 on a SINAMICS drive mean?
The parameter backup on the memory card does not match the drive unit, so the module boots with the factory settings. This happens, for example, when a card written for one device is inserted into an incompatible device.
How do I clear A01069?
Insert a memory card with a compatible parameter backup, or one without a parameter backup, and carry out a POWER ON. Then save the parameters with p0977 = 1 on G130/G150 and S120/S150, or with p0971 = 1 on G120/G120XA.
Does A01069 have to be acknowledged?
No, the alarm requires no acknowledgement and the drive takes no automatic reaction. It is resolved by a POWER ON carried out with a suitable memory card, followed by saving the parameters.
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Source
Written from Siemens' own List Manuals and operating instructions; every number, designation and parameter on this page is checked against them before publication.
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