Post by mjam04 on AM243 LaunchPad as PROFINET Device with CODESYS – RPC Aborted error when scanning devices ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello, I am currently trying to use the AM243 LaunchPad as a PROFINET device and connect to it using CODESYS. In my setup I am also using a Raspberry Pi running the CODESYS PROFINET Runtime, which acts as the PROFINET controller. The setup of the Profinet controller is correct, so all devices are in the same subnet. However, I encounter an issue when scanning for PROFINET devices in CODESYS. The AM243 LaunchPad appears in the scan results, but the following error is reported: RPC Aborted: 0x16C9A049 Additionally, CODESYS shows the message that the identification data is not available and the IP address should be checked. Because of this error, the controller cannot establish a connection to the device. Another observation is that I cannot ping the AM243 LaunchPad from my PC, even though I configured what should be the correct IP address. Setup: PROFINET Device: AM243 LaunchPad PROFINET Stack: Industrial Communication SDK example PROFINET Controller: Raspberry Pi running CODESYS with PROFINET Runtime Engineering PC: CODESYS IDE Network: Ethernet connection between PC, Raspberry Pi, and AM243 In the attachments there is a screenshot of the corresponding error. Did anybody had the same error? Any hints or debugging suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Last updated: 2026-03-13

Post by konstantin on Lenze i950 Servo and WAGO PFC200 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello, In our workshop we have a Lenze i950 servo drive that has an EtherCAT bus and CiA402 compatibility. The WAGO is PFC200 750-8212 and as per documentation it has built-in license for SoftMotion Light functionality. It is not capable of supporting the full SoftMotion functionality like gearing and synchronizing. I added the EtherCAT esi files from Lenze and the EtherCAT master does see the drive, then I added a SoftMotion Light Axis object. The problem is that I can only energize the axis, I cannot execute any other commands. I set the positive and negative torque limits from the PDOs to 200% and when I try to move the axis by force it does not move back to its original position. I use the SML function blocks from the PLCOpen library and the error from the function blocks is that the op mode cannot be changed. Then I tried using a standard SoftMotion axis object and everything works fine, except the MC_Home function block. The axis moves back to its position when forced out of it. I follow this guide from Lenze - Lenze i950 CODESYS V3 What could cause this issue with the SoftMotion Light axis object? Best Regards Konstantin Kolev
Last updated: 2026-02-11

Post by hhermsen on Codesys v3.5.22.10 - Internal error:System.AggregateException...Value cannot be null...Parameter name: expLValue ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I pinpointed down 4 possible causes for this compiler error: Bare/empty statements (;) standing alone inside an IF/CASE branch — just removed two instances. The optimizer that tries to inline/replace expression statements may choke when a statement has no actual assignment to extract. A VAR_IN_OUT parameter used directly as a FOR loop's own control variable (FOR X := X TO Y DO) General deep-nesting complexity — every one of my decode routines has the same shape (IF busy THEN ... FOR loop containing nested CASE/IF chains ... END_IF), and the crash trace consistently shows for loop → sequence → ifst → sequence → ifst → sequence regardless of the code change. This raises the possibility that it's not one specific statement but a structural depth/complexity limit in SP22.x's compiler optimizer — which would mean no small code change fixes the issue. Only restructuring to reduce nesting depth, or downgrading the compiler will. Something entirely outside my library files — which cannot not ruled out since the exact stack trace was triggered by a Visualization object, in a totally different codebase. This means the same crash signature can come from unrelated causes. IMHO cause 3 seems the most probable one..
Last updated: 2026-07-11

Post by brandonje on [Error] IoDrvEtherNetIP Library with Weintek ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I'm using weintek and Codesys V3.5 SP22 when I try to charge an ethernetIP device show me this error: ------ Build started: Application: Device.Application ------- Typify code... [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): TCPIP_Interface: C0231: Expression of type 'BOOL' expected in this place [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): TCPIP_Interface: C0077: Unknown type: '(_pPhysicalLink^._xLinkState <> CmpSysEthernet.OperStatus.SYSETH_OPERSTAT_Up)' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): TCPIP_Interface: C0077: Unknown type: 'CmpSysEthernet.OperStatus.SYSETH_OPERSTAT_Up' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): TCPIP_Interface: C0062: 'CmpSysEthernet.OperStatus' is no structured variable [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): TCPIP_Interface: C0063: 'CMPSYSETHERNET, 3.4.3.0 (3S - SMART SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS GMBH)' contains no definition for 'OperStatus' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendEthFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendEthFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier '_diAdapterNumber' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendEthFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: '_diAdapterNumber'' to type 'DINT' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendEthFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: 'ADR(ethFrame.ethData)'' to type 'POINTER TO StructEthernetframe' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendEthFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'ethFrame.ethData' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendEthFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendEthFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: 'ethFrame.udFrameLen'' to type 'ANY' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendEthFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _OpenEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: '((driverInstance * 2) + 1)'' to type 'ANY' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _OpenEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: '(driverInstance * 2)' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _OpenEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'driverInstance' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _OpenEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier 'driverInstance' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0231: Expression of type 'BOOL' expected in this place [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SIZEOF(ethFrame.ethData)' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'ethFrame.ethData' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0018: 'ethFrame.udFrameLen' is no valid assignment target [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: 'ADR(ethFrame.ethData)'' to type 'POINTER TO BYTE' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'ethFrame.ethData' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [TCPIP_Interface]: C0201: Type 'SysEthernetFrame' is not equal to type 'SysEthernetFrame' of VAR_IN_OUT respectively REFERENCE 'ethFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier 'ethClose' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0018: 'ethClose' is no valid assignment target [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier '_diAdapterNumber' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: '_diAdapterNumber'' to type 'DINT' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier '_diAdapterNumber' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0018: '_diAdapterNumber' is no valid assignment target [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier '_stName' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0018: '_stName' is no valid assignment target [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier '_stDescription' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): _CloseEthAdapter [TCPIP_Interface]: C0018: '_stDescription' is no valid assignment target [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): AddressConflictDetection [TCPIP_Interface]: C0231: Expression of type 'BOOL' expected in this place [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): AddressConflictDetection [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: '(_pPhysicalLink^._xLinkState = CmpSysEthernet.OperStatus.SYSETH_OPERSTAT_Up)' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): AddressConflictDetection [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'CmpSysEthernet.OperStatus.SYSETH_OPERSTAT_Up' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): AddressConflictDetection [TCPIP_Interface]: C0062: 'CmpSysEthernet.OperStatus' is no structured variable [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): AddressConflictDetection [TCPIP_Interface]: C0063: 'CMPSYSETHERNET, 3.4.3.0 (3S - SMART SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS GMBH)' contains no definition for 'OperStatus' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Recv [TCPIP_Interface]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Recv [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier '_diAdapterNumber' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Recv [TCPIP_Interface]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: '_diAdapterNumber'' to type 'DINT' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Recv [TCPIP_Interface]: C0046: Identifier '_diAdapterNumber' not defined [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Recv [TCPIP_Interface]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: '_diAdapterNumber'' to type 'DINT' [ERROR] memory block manager, 3.5.21.30 (codesys): ObjectRetain [Disposable]: C0448: Operator '__XADD' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] memory block manager, 3.5.21.30 (codesys): ObjectRelease [Disposable]: C0448: Operator '__XADD' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0201: Type 'SysEthernetFrame' is not equal to type 'SysEthernetFrame' of VAR_IN_OUT respectively REFERENCE 'frame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): SendFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0201: Type 'SysEthernetFrame' is not equal to type 'SysEthernetFrame' of VAR_IN_OUT respectively REFERENCE 'ethFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: 'ADR(frame.ethData[0])'' to type 'POINTER TO BYTE' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0077: Unknown type: 'frame.ethData[0]' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0032: Cannot convert type 'Unknown type: 'SIZEOF(frame.ethData)'' to type 'UDINT' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0077: Unknown type: 'frame.ethData' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0018: 'frame.udFrameLen' is no valid assignment target [ERROR] cip object, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): CreateFrame [LLDP_Management]: C0077: Unknown type: 'SysEthernetFrame' [ERROR] iodrvethernetip, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Receive [UcmmReceiver]: C0448: Operator '__COMPARE_AND_SWAP' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] iodrvethernetip, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Send [UcmmReceiver]: C0448: Operator '__COMPARE_AND_SWAP' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] iodrvethernetip, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Enqueue [UcmmQueue]: C0448: Operator '__COMPARE_AND_SWAP' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] iodrvethernetip, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Enqueue [UcmmQueue]: C0448: Operator '__XADD' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] iodrvethernetip, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Enqueue [UcmmQueue]: C0448: Operator '__XADD' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] iodrvethernetip, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Dequeue [UcmmQueue]: C0448: Operator '__XADD' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] iodrvethernetip, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Dequeue [UcmmQueue]: C0448: Operator '__COMPARE_AND_SWAP' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] iodrvethernetip, 4.9.0.0 (codesys): Dequeue [UcmmQueue]: C0448: Operator '__XADD' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. [ERROR] asynchronous job manager, 5.0.0.0 (codesys): ExtendAsync [FactoryBase]: C0448: Operator '__COMPARE_AND_SWAP' is not supported by your current target. At least runtime system version 3.5.14.0 is required. Compile complete -- 71 errors, 0 warnings Build complete -- 71 errors, 0 warnings : No download possible
Last updated: 18 hours ago

Post by madskaizer on Task Priority Documentation? ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi All I was watching the Wago PFC300 webinar ( https://www.wago.com/global/lp-thank-you-onlineseminar-pfc-300 ), and the presenters comment about priority 1 being way above the Ethernet task priority, so that a priority 1 PLC program can actually loose SCADA connection, made me try to round up some hard evidence on Codesys Priorities. I find there is very little information on "correct" task priority configuration. There is a lot of different hardware manufacturers, using Codesys Runtime, that has different descriptions in their manuals on how to set up priority. https://doku.amk-motion.com/en/Subsystems/PDK_202975_A-Serie_en/Content/Projekt/AMKAMAC/PDK_202975_A4-A5_Produktbeschreibung/Funktionalitaet/PLC-Programming/PLC%20Tasks.htm?TocPath=PLC-Programming%7C_____7 https://product-help.schneider-electric.com/Machine%20Expert/V1.1/en/SoMProg/index.htm?#t=SoMProg%2FTask_Editor%2FTask_Editor-7.htm&rhsearch=priority&rhhlterm=priority&rhsyns=%20&SUBSTRSRCH=1 https://content.helpme-codesys.com/en/CODESYS%20Development%20System/_cds_f_task_configuration.html So my questions :) 1) If there is only 1 PLC_PRG task, does priority matter? 2) What is the priority of Ethernet / communication, if nothing is entered? 3) What is the priority of Codesys OPC UA server? 4) Some users here on forge mentions that Wago PLC programs should run as priority 11, but where does this recommendation origin from? 5) What are you recommendations for a relatively slow process, like building automation? It uses OPC UA for communication to SCADA, maybe some MODBUS-RTU and MODBUS-TCP, usually around 100 I/O, been running with everything in a single task at priority 1, 50-100ms cycle time. Some controllers have separate MODBUS tasks, but doesn't seem like a big difference. How would you recommend splitting up communication, IO fieldbus and programs into differently prioritized tasks? I know its a complex matter and all about my application, but I really miss there was just some kind of guidance in the documentations and with all new standard Codesys programs having priority 1 as default, makes it seem less important, than it really is.
Last updated: 2025-08-11

Post by rcaponi on Codesys Control RTE V3. Remote Control ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello, I would like to have, if possible, some clarification on this function. That is, I would like to understand if it is useful for managing, fom my development PC, the RTE runtime executed on a remote control. This is what the help says: Remote PLC: Opens the Remote Configuration dialog. By enabling or disabling the Control remote PC, not local option, you determine whether a PLC is used that is on a remote or local PC. Accordingly, the menu commands Start PLC, Stop PLC, and PLC Configuration refer to the local PC or a PC reached on the network. For the remote PC, specify the Target PC address, Port number, and a Timeout value (in ms) for the connection (Remote Timeout [ms]). But does this mean that I also need to install the RTE runtime on my development PC? Is it possible to have some more information? Best regards Roberto Caponi
Last updated: 2023-09-22

Post by tariq on Using Hilscher CIFX Cards as EtherCAT Masters in CODESYS ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Dear Codesys Support Team, I hope this message finds you well. I am currently working on a project that involves using a Hilscher CIFX card to act as an EtherCAT master within the CODESYS environment. Despite following the available documentation and setup guides, I have encountered some challenges and require assistance to ensure proper configuration and operation. Questions: 1- Could you please confirm if the Hilscher CIFX card is supported as an EtherCAT master in CODESYS? If so, are there specific drivers or configuration files that need to be installed? 2- Are there detailed setup guides or example projects available that demonstrate the integration of Hilscher CIFX cards with CODESYS for EtherCAT communication? 3- Is there any additional software or plugins required for ensuring seamless communication between the CIFX card and the EtherCAT slaves within CODESYS? Your support and guidance on these matters would be greatly appreciated, as it is crucial for the success of our project. Thank you for your time and assistance. I look forward to your prompt response. Best regards, TB
Last updated: 2024-07-02

Post by ahuckphin on Issues with Modbus Slave with Raspberry Pi ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I have a DFRobot RS485 temperature & humidity sensor (SEN0438) connected to my Raspberry Pi via a USB to RS485 adapter. I am able to connect and read the sensor data when running a python code locally. However in Codesys, I encounter this error "A bus error has occurred." and "There was no response in time". Could this be because of Modbus Server Channel and Modbus Server Init configuration on my part? Admittedly I am new to Codesys. To get to this stage, I: 1. added some lines to CODESYSControl_User.cfg 2. added "Modbus_COM" in Codesys and set "Serial Port Configuration" under "General" 3. added "Modbus_Master_COM_Port" in Codesys and checked transmission mode is set to "RTU" 4. added "Modbus_Slave_COM_Port" in Codesys and checked server address is set to 1 (also set 1 in my sensor) 5. added 1 channel and 1 init for "Modbus_Slave_COM_Port" under "Modbus Server Channel" and "Modbus Server Init"
Last updated: 2024-07-10

Post by giackanto on Eoe issues with Windows and Linux ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello, I've been trying to use EoE for communication between a Windows PC and an M753 drive from Control Technique. Despite following some online guides (https://content.helpme-codesys.com/en/libs/EtherCATStack/4.3.0.0/Ethernet_over_EtherCAT/fld-Ethernet_over_EtherCAT.html) I haven’t had any success. Both are connected to a Debian device where RTE is running: The PC is connected via the Ethernet port. The drive is connected via the EtherCAT port. I'm unable to ping the drive from my Windows PC. Here is my configuration: On Debian: (See attachments 1, 2, 3) enp1s0 = Ethernet port enp2s0 = EtherCAT port tap2 = TAP device IP forwarding and routes are both configured. On Windows: (See attachments 4, 5) On Codesys: (See attachments 6, 7) Version: Windows 11 Debian GNU/Linux 11 Codesys 3.5.17 Control for Linux SL 4.7.0 EtherCAT 4.4.0 With this configuration, I can ping the TAP device, but not the drive (See attachment 8). Could someone explain how to properly configure all these settings? Thank you, GA
Last updated: 2023-12-19

Post by william-blandon on RecipeManCommands.ReloadRecipes ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi Dave. Thanks for your answer. I still struggling with this. I have done everything according with the Codesys help even I have looked in detail at the example. I have double checked the recipe manager configuration and the use of all the methods. There are two methods that do not work as expected. I'm using Codesys 3.5.19.20 and recipe management 4.4.0.0 .CreateRecipe just create a recipe in the recipe definition but do not create the file. This have a walk around just giving a .ReadAndSaveRecipe afterwards. .ReloadRecipes do nothing but do not generate any error as well. After calling it I call the .GetRecipeCount and the number is always 0. When I create a new recipe (using the function block methods) then the number changes. Looks like this method is looking to the wrong directory finding nothing. I don't know if there is a missing configuration in the CODESYSControl.cfg file. I'm thinking in a walk around for this but I need to create a strings array with the recipe names as retentive and making all the management when deleting and adding recipes. Have had some one the same problem?
Last updated: 2024-05-23

Post by cmj-icsys on Custom configure tab in device editor ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi everyone, I’m developing a custom CODESYS I/O driver for my company’s device, and I’ve been studying the example projects in CODESYS V3.5 SP20 Patch 5. In the IOMappingExample.project, I noticed that EtherCAT devices provide additional configuration tabs in the Device Editor, such as General, Process Data, etc. However, for custom I/O driver examples (based on IoDrv), the Device Editor only shows the default tabs like <devicename> I/O Mapping or <devicename> Parameters.</devicename></devicename> I’d like to create custom tabs or configuration pages in the Device Editor (e.g., “General Settings”, “Communication”, etc.) to allow users to configure parameters in a more structured way. Could anyone explain: How to define and register custom tabs or UI pages in the Device Editor? What tools or SDKs are needed to create UI elements such as combo boxes or check boxes? How to bind those UI controls to device parameters defined in the XML (device description)? Any example, SDK reference, or documentation link would be really helpful. Thanks in advance!
Last updated: 2025-10-20

Post by nixola on CmpCharDevice blocks gpiochip access on Raspberry Pi 5 since update from SP18 to SP21 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi, I added the following lines to /etc/codesyscontrol/CODESYSControl_User.cfg: [CmpCharDevice] PermittedPath.0=/dev/i2c* PermittedPath.1=/dev/spidev* PermittedPath.2=/sys/class/gpio/* PermittedPath.3=/dev/gpiochip* However, I'm still unable to read or control GPIO pins from any CODESYS application. Specifically, setting the pin direction (and, thus, the IoDrvGpioSysfs driver configuration) fails, with a rather non-descript error in the logs: Description Component Setting direction failed for GPIO pin 586 IEC Update configuration failed from driver IoDrvGPIOSysfs CmpIoMgr I'm running CODESYS Control for Linux ARM64 SL version 4.21.0.0; it's running in rootless mode, as the codesyscontrol user, but said user is in the gpio group and can otherwise normally interact with GPIO, both via gpioset/gpioget and via the sysfs driver in /sys/class/gpio/. The system is a custom 64-bit Raspberry OS based distro, running on a Raspberry Pi CM5 on kernel 6.18.34 with PREEMPT_RT scheduling.
Last updated: 2026-07-21

Post by jonasz on Deploy LicenseServer for Linux SL ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Good morning, I'm digging into this topic because I'm curious about resolving my problem in a test environment. In my previous message, I asked about the CODESYS Safe Timeprovider SL package (4.18.0.0), which I saw in the illustration. I noticed that it runs as a service. I am asking about this because from the perspective of an "ordinary" user, this service provides easier access to the settings of the time provider's operating parameters. The basic time provider configuration is outlined at https://content.helpme-codesys.com/en/CODESYS%20Control/_rtsl_virtual_safe_time_provider.html. Why my questions? They stem from my specific case, which is experiencing timeout issues. I know that my environment is currently only a test environment. I'm assuming a real-world scenario in which I won't be able to achieve a better result with my configuration, and I will ultimately need to increase the time provider's cycle time. By running the time provider service, I can easily influence the time provider's operation and thus eliminate the problem. I know, I know, safety systems are not life-enhancing extras.
Last updated: 2025-11-19

Post by jroddball79 on PM556-TP-ETH — How to change IP address without overwriting the PLC program? ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi, I need to change the IP address of an ABB PM556-TP-ETH using ABB Automation Builder. The situation is: I have connectivity to the PLC using the current IP (configured in Communication Settings) Online Login works fine The Network Scan does not detect the PLC IP-Configuration tool shows all fields disabled I don't have the original project source, only an empty project The PLC has no SD card inserted The Online menu does not show an Upload option When I modify the IP in the project and connect, Automation Builder shows: "The PLC configuration needs to be updated. A full PLC download is required" I'm afraid a full download will overwrite the running program. Is there any way to change only the IP address without overwriting the application? I'm also open to solutions using third-party tools, Python scripts, or any other method (DCP protocol, direct TCP communication, etc.) as long as it doesn't overwrite the running application. Thank you
Last updated: 2026-05-19

Post by macros8 on Alarm Management - latched variable represented as Text list ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi all, in Alarm management you can latch some variable to show value within the alarm msg. It´s very useful sometime. But I´m wondering whether there is any possibility to represent that value as Text list. It´s quite common in other HMI tools and this is very useful in case of using some ErrorID for detail specification of error. Unfortunately I could not find any way how to do it but I believe that exists :) Thanks a lot. M.
Last updated: 2023-09-06

Post by timvh on ernesto881124 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
You will need a USB to RS485 converter to connect the PC to the Modbus RTU Slave Device. In Windows this converter will be recognized as Serial COM poort (e.g. COM2, or COM3, see the windows device manager to find this out). Select this port in your CODESYS application. On the PC you need to use the CODESYS Control Win (SoftPLC) to run your application. It will not work in simulation mode, because then the Modbus Communication will not be activated.
Last updated: 2023-09-14

Post by tehthoams on Find Function: Object reference not set to an instance of an object. ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hey, Sorry this isn't super helpful, but i had this problem once and was able to resolve it. I can't recall how I solved it and whether it was a problem with my codesys installation or the project itself. If it is the codesys installation, make sure all your required libraries and plugins are installed and available. compare with a colleagues installation if possible. I vaguely recall saving a copy of my project and deleting things one by one until the error went away...
Last updated: 2023-10-30

Post by tehthoams on Find Function: Object reference not set to an instance of an object. ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hey, Sorry this isn't super helpful, but i had this problem once and was able to resolve it. I can't recall how I solved it and whether it was a problem with my codesys installation or the project itself. If it is the codesys installation, make sure all your required libraries and plugins are installed and available. compare with a colleagues installation if possible. I vaguely recall saving a copy of my project and deleting things one by one until the error went away...
Last updated: 2023-10-30

Post by nathant on Can't open online view of FB instance from code editor, only from Device/POU windows ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello, The title pretty much says it all. When trying to open a FB from the CFC/Ladder/SFC editors while online, the FB does not open in an online view of that specific instance. Instead, it opens an offline view with '???' shown for the value of any variable. This makes debugging extremely cumbersome, as I have to find each FB in the POU window and select the specific instance I am trying to view. Anyone know the cause/solution for this? Thanks.
Last updated: 2023-11-08

Post by vformanek on OPCUA Datasource, can not login... ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello? I have a problem with datasource... I am trying to connect to a OPCUA server. I create a datasource, but I can not login into it. I need to use login credentials to login... Everything works fine in UAExpert, but in codesys I cant seem to get in properly using the login credentials... I have tried to configure the datasource initializer but seem to keep failing... Do I need to call it somewhere ? Will the find endpoints work with this configured to store my password ? !
Last updated: 2023-11-20

Post by fred on Rasperry Control Debian 12 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi, I have Proxmox running on a Rasperry 4 and have debian 12 ARM installed here. I wanted to install Codesys Control for Raspberry on it. According to the messages, the runtime environment and the gateway were installed successfully, but I can't find a device to downplay a program. The sudo service codesys start command fails. (see image) Does somebody has any idea? Thank you for your help! Greetings Fred
Last updated: 2023-11-22

Post by macros8 on Translation - How to get text as reference in Frames translated? ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi all, I need a help. I want to create Frame where some parameters are done via reference input to this frame. What I have realized that if I use for Label/Caption etc. string variable (%s) it is not included in translation list. This is a quite a big deal and I did not find way how to add text to the list manually. Would you give me a hint how to proceed? I hope there is a way (workaround) how to do it. Thanks a lot. M.
Last updated: 2023-12-01

Post by nikgind on Codesys Communication Manger - Required information model version exists in the model repository but is not found ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hi, yes i did solve it. You have to change the namespace 0 model in the UaModeler. Open the modeler --> Settings --> Edit Settings --> scroll down to the last option "External Model Support" --> Check "Allow replacing built-in..." Now create a new project in the UaModeler. If you have to choose your base models, you can see the option "Find another Opc.Ua.NodeSet2". I have attached the .xml i am using.
Last updated: 2024-06-28

Post by rafalkmiec on CodeSysControlWinV3x64 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello. I forgot the password to ControlWinV3X64. I watched on youtube that i must delete folder from "ProgramData/CODESYS/CODESYSControlWinV3x64" But the problem is that in the the CODESYS there is no folder named CODESYSControlWinV3X64. I checked if the folder is hidden but it's just not there. I can't find it and can't reset the password. Could you help me to reset this password. I even tried to uninstall and install the CODESYS but nothing helps.
Last updated: 2024-07-11

Post by rafalkmiec on CodeSysControlWinV3x64 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello. I forgot the password to ControlWinV3X64. I watched on youtube that i must delete folder from "ProgramData/CODESYS/CODESYSControlWinV3x64" But the problem is that in the the CODESYS there is no folder named CODESYSControlWinV3X64. I checked if the folder is hidden but it's just not there. I can't find it and can't reset the password. Could you help me to reset this password. I even tried to uninstall and install the CODESYS but nothing helps.
Last updated: 2024-07-11

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