Post by otbeka on CAA File Handling: "Read only" error ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi, On CODESYS V3.5.19.50 I am using the latest 3S File Access library (CAA File & CAA Types) to save and retrieve configuration data from the User Data section of an SD card, via file called config.txt. The application reads the file to memory once upon initialisation, and then the only other operation is overwriting the file with the updated configuration whenever the user changes the settings. An issue is ocurring, seemingly randomly, where the config.txt file, and all surrounding directories, cannot be written to by the unit, returning a READ_ONLY_CAA error upon file open. This sometimes does not clear even after power-cycling the PLC several times, yet checking the file permissions with ls -l shows normal read, write, and execute access. I am wondering if this is caused by the PLC itself or by an issue in my application. I have included my CAA File handler function block (SD_Card_Bin(FB).txt) and any associated types/calls below: TYPE ConfigData : STRUCT Config : ARRAY[0..256] OF STRING(64); NumberOfStrings : UDINT; END_STRUCT END_TYPE TYPE Buffer : STRUCT Data : ARRAY[0..SIZEOF(ConfigData)] OF BYTE; DataLength : UDINT; END_STRUCT END_TYPE A case within my MAIN PRG: mode.WriteConfigDataToFile: VisuElems.CURRENTVISU := 'Screen_Write'; IF xModeHasChanged THEN iErrorCount := 0; iRoute := 0; END_IF CASE iRoute OF 0: inBuffer := ConfigData_To_Buffer(GVL.UnitData); xConfigError := FALSE; xDataConfigured := FALSE; iRoute := 1; 1 : //Read Data from Card SD_Card_Bin.strFileName :=FileName; SD_Card_Bin.iFileOperation := 2; SD_Card_Bin(xExecute :=TRUE, WriteBuffer := inBuffer, xDone =>xDataConfigured, xError=>xConfigError, strErrorCodes=>strError); IF xDataConfigured THEN SD_Card_Bin(xExecute :=FALSE); IF xConfigError THEN iRoute := 32767; ELSE iRoute :=100; END_IF END_IF 100: // The end bCurMode := mode.DisplayProcessVariables; 32767: // Config error iErrorCount := iErrorCount + 1; IF iErrorCount > 2 THEN // Repeats 3 times, if no progress abandons and returns error bCurMode := mode.WriteError; ELSE iRoute := 0; // Try again END_IF END_CASE I'd like to rule out my application as the cause of this bug - help via comments or criticism would be greatly appreciated.
Last updated: 2025-03-19

Post by gunstr on CODESYS control on RPi starts, shortly runs, then exits ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Thank you very much for the quick answer! The RPi hw were delivered last week so it's probably a resent version. I found an old scrapped board (2 years or so) with a broken GPIO that I tested with the same SD card image and with that board Codeys can run for the full 2h demo period without issues. Then I went back the the new board to test the 4.17.0.0 release but the installation fails... [INFORMATION] Standard output: create and install daemon [INFORMATION] Standard output: codesyscontrol started [WARNING] Unable to detect Raspberry Pi Architecture. Setting armv6l as default, you can change this through the settings panel. [INFORMATION] Standard output: codesyscontrol stopped [ERROR] Expected exit value of command failed: expected 0, received 1 [WARNING] Error setting the Raspberry Pi Architecture [ERROR] Error installing codesyscontrol Do you have any idea what could be the reason? I'm using an OS image including Python drivers for LCD and some I/O:s from last year to keep things stable, but also after upgrading with sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade I still get the same error Reverting back to 4.15.00 works fine: [INFORMATION] Standard output: create and install daemon [INFORMATION] Standard output: codesysedge started [INFORMATION] Successfully installed codesyscontrol [INFORMATION] Successfully started CODESYS Edge Gateway for Linux [INFORMATION] Successfully started CODESYS Control for Raspberry Pi SL but as before the Codesys services stops after 30 seconds. And I noticed that the Codesys control stops and is not reachable also if I have no application loaded.
Last updated: 2025-09-02

Post by gunstr on CODESYS control on RPi starts, shortly runs, then exits ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I now tried to install 4.17.0.0 on a fully clean installations: A brand new RPi 4B Install latest Raspberry Pi OS Lite, Release date 13 May 2025, 64bit run sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade When asked - Select to install the updated version of '/etc/initramfs-tools/initramfs.conf' Install CODESYS Control for Raspberry Pi SL. version 4.17.0.0 Log output: [INFORMATION] Connected successfully! [INFORMATION] Successfully connected to target (192.168.0.197) [WARNING] No supported container engine found on device. You have to install a supported container engine to use Virtual Control. Please contact the Administrator of the device. [WARNING] Error detecting container architecture [INFORMATION] Finished reading device information [ERROR] Error output: /var/lib/dpkg/info/codesyscontrol.postinst: 88: check_legacy_extensionapi_folder: not found [INFORMATION] Standard output: Selecting previously unselected package codesyscontrol. [INFORMATION] Standard output: (Reading database ... 76772 files and directories currently installed.) [INFORMATION] Standard output: Preparing to unpack .../codesyscontrol_raspberry_4.17.0.0_all.deb ... [INFORMATION] Standard output: Unpacking codesyscontrol (4.17.0.0) ... [INFORMATION] Standard output: Setting up codesyscontrol (4.17.0.0) ... [INFORMATION] Standard output: make config rw [INFORMATION] Standard output: set folder permissions [INFORMATION] Standard output: prepare permissions [INFORMATION] Standard output: check legacy extension api folder [INFORMATION] Standard output: create and install daemon [INFORMATION] Standard output: codesyscontrol started [WARNING] Unable to detect Raspberry Pi Architecture. Setting armv6l as default, you can change this through the settings panel. [INFORMATION] Standard output: codesyscontrol stopped [ERROR] Expected exit value of command failed: expected 0, received 1 [WARNING] Error setting the Raspberry Pi Architecture [ERROR] Error installing codesyscontrol If I read the log correctly the control is actually installed but cannot start. I'm running out of ideas how to proceeed now, any suggestions are welcome.
Last updated: 2025-09-03

Post by e13740e on Parameterized Property syntax for array element processing ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Since parameterized (indexed) properties are not possible, I decided to use architectural approach "Indexing Property Adapter" to achieve the intended goal — avoiding code duplication for validated access to array elements. Essence: Create a Function Block Adapter (FB_PropertyAdapter) that encapsulates the logic for working with a single element of the target array (e.g., with one settings structure). Declare Properties inside the adapter block for accessing each individual field of the data structure. All validation logic is implemented within the Set accessors of these properties. Data Binding via VAR_IN_OUT: The adapter block receives a reference to a specific data element from the global array through its VAR_IN_OUT section, which ensures direct work with the original data without copying. Create an Array of Adapters: In the parent POU (e.g., FB_SettingsManager), an array of these adapter blocks is created — one for each element of the global array that needs to be managed. Initialize Bindings: In a FOR loop, each adapter instance from the array is given a reference to the corresponding data element. Result: This approach allows accessing the data via the index of the adapter array, and then through the property name, which simulates the behavior of an indexed property: MyAdapterArray[Index].MyProperty Thus, the validation and data access logic is written only once inside the adapter block and is then reused multiple times by creating instances of it in an array. This completely solves the problem of code duplication while providing a clean, scalable, and object-oriented architecture compatible with standard CODESYS features. Question closed.
Last updated: 2025-10-19

Post by spareparts on SPI Master not running/MCP3008 Missing driver. ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I believe I have installed the correct device descriptions and library, in an attempt to use the MCP3008 in conjunction with RPI; when project runs the MCP3008 is unable to find the correct driver. Is there anything I'm missing? Very new to this so any help is apprecated!
Last updated: 2023-09-12

Post by snhatton on Retain memory change to ZERO ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I think more information is needed to help solve the issue. Can you list the exact steps to reproduce the issue? What version of Codesys are you using? Did you add a persistentVars object to your project? I would recommend browsing all instances of the retain variable to see all possible writes to the variable in question.
Last updated: 2023-09-18

Post by chiali on Recipe issue. ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi Everyone, I'm trying to make a simple Recipe project using 'Save Recipe In File' and 'Load and Write Recipe' Execute Command buttons in Visualization but No dialog box 'Save As' appears when I click on buttons (Nothing happens). What is wrong. Please see the attached files. Best Regards, Chiali.
Last updated: 2023-10-23

Post by laruso on Runtime device Enable/Disable procedure ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I implemented the parts from the CAA Device Diagnosis Example.project and could use it for switching on and off, the CAN devices that were located under the CANbus and CANopen_Manager. But i can't do the same with I2C_master_test_version or devices below this one. In the example project there is only the EtherCAT Master, CANbus and CANopen_Manager, and Ethernet with devices below.
Last updated: 2023-10-27

Post by anhkdv on Data storage and Export in Codesys ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I am doing a SCADA project on temperature and humidity monitoring system. The customer requested that we store the database through codesys without the need for intermediary software such as MySQL, MSSQL,... and be able to export reports at selected times, reports exported to csv files. , xslm,... Can anyone help me?
Last updated: 2023-10-29

Post by soped on How to generate EtherCat xml from command line ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi Under tools->customize I have added the command "Generate ethercat xml" to my project so that I can export the configuration as an xml file. I can't find a way how to run that command from CLI, is that even possible and if a script is needed I would appreciate an example ?
Last updated: 2024-06-27

Post by soped on How to generate EtherCat xml from command line ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi I'm using codesys 3.5 SP4 Under tools->customize I have added the command "Generate ethercat xml" to my project so that I can export the configuration as an xml file. I can't find a way how to run that command from CLI, is that even possible and if a script is needed I would appreciate an example ?
Last updated: 2024-06-27

Post by rmaas on Responsive Design Example ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi, I just tried the example project with control WIN x64 and for me this is working correct. The only difference is that it is showing 'TabletPortrait' when i hold my smartphone in portrait mode and 'Monitor' when i hold my smartphone in landscape mode. This is because smartphone resolutions have increased i guess... You could check what resoution is detected and change accordingly in IsSmartphone method.
Last updated: 2024-07-04

Post by haiderm on MultiTouch : Two fingers pinch to Z00M in/out and rotation gesture. ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello, I am currently trying to implement the Pan gesture and if possible, also the spread-pinch gesture in my project. The Pan gesture seems to work. Was the spread pinch gesture in the meantime fully released, because i haven't been able to get it called? Best Regards, Michael
Last updated: 2024-08-02

Post by oymyakon on Modbus Lockup ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi i have a project where i am communicating with many modbus devices using TCP to serial. This is all working extremely well except when i turn one of the remote devices off. If i leave the auto reconnect on it still doesn't talk to the rmianing devices and if i turn Auto reconnect off it locks up. Any help would be appreciated. Paul.
Last updated: 2024-08-07

Post by oymyakon on Modbus Lockup ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi i have a project where i am communicating with many modbus devices using TCP to serial. This is all working extremely well except when i turn one of the remote devices off. If i leave the auto reconnect on it still doesn't talk to the rmianing devices and if i turn Auto reconnect off it locks up. Any help would be appreciated. Paul.
Last updated: 2024-08-07

Post by ricola on codesys sp20 opcua not working ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi, same pb for me ! did you find a solution ? (I'm working on 2 raspberry pi ) The same project compiled for 4.8.0.0 runtime with CodeSys 3.5SP20 is working fine on one target, and on the other one, my UAexpert receives the same "BadIdentityTokenInvalid" and none is working on 4.11.0.0 either ... anybody ?
Last updated: 2024-08-11

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

Post by tomast on Communication between PLC and HMI- sending DUT data ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I am working with project where i have DUT wihth struct. I would like to fill this data trough a form on HMI. I use NVL to communicate and i would like to know how is it possible to do this? Thanks for all your advice in advance.
Last updated: 2024-08-23

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