What if the time for a cyclic task is not enough ?
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What if the time for a cyclic task is not enough ?
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Task can lockup if UDP Transmitter or Receiver is not there.
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Task can lockup if UDP Transmitter or Receiver is not there.
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Exceeded the EtherCAT task cycle time when the controller is rebooted
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Exceeded the EtherCAT task cycle time when the controller is rebooted
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Post by ph0010421 on Task time too fast?
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Hello I've made an FB which is a TCP server. It uses the excellent CAA NetServices library. If I have the FB in a task <4ms, then the RT crashes immediately at boot up. If the task >=4ms, it starts and runs perfectly. This is even if the block is not doing anything; just instantiated. Am I missing something silly? Why would a low task time cause this? 4ms is perfectly adequate, but I'm just interested why... thanks PH
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Post by jari-koivuluoma on Finding out exception code position
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Is it possible to find out the code position from where the exception originated using information from this log entry? 2025-07-02T13:56:19Z, 0x00000011, 8, 81, 3, #### Exception: *EXCEPTION* [<excpt>AccessViolation</excpt>] occurred: App=[<app>Application</app>], Task=[<task>Task</task>] 2025-07-02T13:56:19Z, 0x00000011, 8, 81, 3, #### Exception: *SOURCEPOSITION* App=[<app>Application</app>] area=<area>2</area>, offset=<off>13349868</off>
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Post by eschwellinger on onewire bus master stop working after 4.8.0.0 upgrade
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du musst Onewire in einer eigenen Task aufrufen, das sind blockierende Aufrufe das geht nur in eigener Task, hab hier mal im Forum ein Beispiel gepostet
Last updated: 2023-09-20
Post by egemenaksoy35 on About Codesys Task Executions
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Hi, Regarding tasks created in Codesys, are they designed to execute sequentially or independently like how an RTOS operates? Best regards.
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Post by ton on How to create a stopwatch?
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If you use LTIME() you will be very accurate and be able to have a normal task cycle time.
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Post by tomas111 on Tank Level Display
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Hello, the task is not entirely clear. You can make it a dial indicator or a loading slider.
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Post by kuegerls on SysProcessExecuteCommand2 and CANopen Device
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I am now executing the process in a separate task with lower priority, but unfortunately, the connection to the master is still interrupted.
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Post by jnoyau on Visualisaion while in simulation
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For anyone reading this after the fact, it seems my issue was Alarm Task Manager. Deleting it from my program fixed the issue.
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Post by tk096 on SMC_NCDecoder very slow to decode lines
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Hi, you can call the decoder function block in a loop and/or decrease the task cycle interval of Task_PATH.
Last updated: 2024-08-23
Post by leon78 on Codesys 3.5 SP17 Patch 2 CheckBounds (POUs for Implicit Checks)
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Unfortunately, it was fixed in SP19, but I need SP17 CDS-82162 Bug Compiler: Checkbounds is not working for dynamic arrays with VAR_IN_OUT as index access Fixed [[GENERAL]] Compilerversion >= 3.5.19.0 https://de.codesys.com/fileadmin/data/Images/System/Releaseinformation/Release-Notes-CODESYS-35190.html
Last updated: 2023-11-16
Post by davidbo on RPI can system operation like rm in a shell have an impact on a Task cycle time
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3.5 18 SP2 I think the control is 4.2.0.0. I am not in the office before on Wednesday.
Last updated: 2024-09-23
Post by as1984 on Codesys Control log "eventbuffer full"
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Have you found a solution for this? Id be thankful for every hint. I have a controller with the same events in log and sometimes it crashes. Memory of the codesys3 task rises until the linux system kills the task because the controller runs out of memory.
Last updated: 2024-01-17
Post by struccc on The future and proper use of CAA.BOLT, CAA.SEMA,..
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Dear All, Dear CODESYS, I'm curiously following CODESYS transitioning away from the CAA libraries, and I'm mostly in favor of these major changes. Naturally, I'd like to align my current (not end-user) developments accordingly. I'm tracking , reading release notes, ... And want to figure out the future :) Is it possible to hear / read more about the reasons, objectives and scope of these changes? One important element is CAA Types - CAA Types Extern. What is the plan with that? What's the future of CAA.SEMA, CAA.BOLT ? I have never used them (always relied on SysLib*), but they are tempting... Would be useful to have a platform independent "Macro" for this functionality... Is there something in existing or planned ? Are they suitable to be used in low level libraries... For Example IO-Drivers, Components, "to-become system libraries"? CAA.TaskLock, CAA.TaskUnlock ? Well, they don't claim platform independency, so I can't rely on those.... Any up-to-date advise, standard, pattern to follow in new libraries for task and resource locking? Practical set of conditional defines to be used? If this information is not publicly available, can you please send a private message about the proper way to achieve this? I have support agreement, just couldn't get trough with these questions... P.
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Post by cfam on Codesys Control for PLCnext SL, Bus not running
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Good day I would appreciate it if you can give me some advice on how to fix my "Bus Not Running Error". I am Using Codesys 3.5 SP20 and Codesys Control PLCnext SL V4.12.0.0. Codesys control was installed on the device and I can log into it but it seems that it does not pick up the PLC or the IO attached (Please see attached Image). The Bus Cycle Task of the AXL F 2152 is set to Main Task and the "Always update Variable" is Enabled on each IO Module. My Main Task interval is set to 100ms and Priority is set to 0. I have tried other options and none seem to work. Your response to this issue will be highly appreciated.
Last updated: 2024-08-12
Post by cfam on Codesys Control for PLCnext SL, Bus not running
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Good day I would appreciate it if you can give me some advice on how to fix my "Bus Not Running Error". I am Using Codesys 3.5 SP20 and Codesys Control PLCnext SL V4.12.0.0. Codesys control was installed on the device and I can log into it but it seems that it does not pick up the PLC or the IO attached (Please see attached Image). The Bus Cycle Task of the AXL F 2152 is set to Main Task and the "Always update Variable" is Enabled on each IO Module. My Main Task interval is set to 100ms and Priority is set to 0. I have tried other options and none seem to work. Your response to this issue will be highly appreciated.
Last updated: 2024-08-12
Post by wbj0t on Global variable access by Programms and Modbus Devices (attach device to bus)
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Hi everyone. I use Raspberry Pi 4, one core codesys SL. I have a question about global variable access via programm when I glued the same variable to MODBUS SERIAL/TCP DEVICE holding register. So, the question: what behavior of this modifying? When I set "Always update variables (in bus cycle)" and set some task as bus for the Device, then in another task I cant change this varible (can, but immediatly the old value setted again). But the same things works with MODBUS SLAVE: again "Always update..." and master attached to some task, then I change variable in another task and all works. I cant set up my variables from retains file at PrepareStart event because of this behavior with MODBUS SERIAL/TCP DEVICE. Thanks, wbj0t.
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Post by tk096 on High Cycle Times for SoftMotion_PlanningTask when using AxisGroup
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Hi, under this circumstances the performance of a Raspberry Pi 4 should be sufficient to run a Softmotion robotics application. A closer look at the project would be required. Maybe you could contact the codesys support? Usually it is recommended to run the planning task cyclically every 2ms with task priority of 0 on a dedicated core. In the task configuration you can have a look at the average and maximum execution time of the planning task. You could use the function block SMC_TuneCPKernel (https://content.helpme-codesys.com/en/libs/SM3_Robotics/Current/SM3_Robotics/POUs/AdministrativeConfiguration/Computation/SMC_TuneCPKernel.html) to define suitable values for the parameters 'fSyncBufferDuration' and 'fPlanningInterval'. However, as previously mentioned, the performance of a Raspberry Pi 4 with realtime patch should be sufficient. The 'fPlanningInterval' parameter specifies the maximum planning step width in seconds. The cycle time of the planning task should not permanently exceed this value. A higher value reduces the computational effort, but can lead to a violation or no full utilization of the set limit values for velocity, acceleration and jerk. From a starting value of 0.016 seconds, the value should be increased gradually until the performance is acceptable. The parameter 'fSyncBufferDuration' specifies the size (in seconds) of the buffer between the planning and fieldbus task. The cycle time of the planning task must not exceed this value at peak times (this will lead to the error SMC_CP_QUEUE_UNDERRUN). A higher value can compensate for peaks in the cycle time of the planning task. At the same time, however, this also increases the latency for executing interrupts and aborting movements.
Last updated: 2024-03-22
Post by rossanoparis on RevPi CONNECT+, CODESYS, EtherCAT master "Filedbus lost synchronicity"
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Hello @rmaas I assume, you've already verified and tuned everything regarding the EtherCAT network. In my case the problem was due to a wrong core assignement. I suggest to not use the core #0 for your EtherCAT task. The OS realtime patch, which is present on RevPi OS, uses the core #0 for its porpouses and it mustn't be used by any other task which requires realtime and deterministic features. regards Rossano
Last updated: 2024-04-11
Post by hbuitrago on CmpIecTask-program loaded exception
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I'm facing an error that show on the codesys and the PLC that dont let either the PLC run or access it using the remote software, Error: program loaded exception Log: exception position:IP=0x0xfffffffe (no IEC context could be retrieved) component: CmpIecTask exception [accessviolation] ocurred: APP=[application], Task=[Task] POU changed, that inhibits an online change, Plase let me know if there is a solution for this issue, Best regards,
Last updated: 2024-09-06
Post by manuknecht on High Cycle Times for SoftMotion_PlanningTask when using AxisGroup
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Hi, we did install the real-time kernel patch on the RPI and also performed the additional optimizations including isolating the cores. Changing the configuration of the planning task e.g. running it on a separate core, changing the cycle times and mode from cyclic to freewheeling did not show any improvements.
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Post by rmaas on Fieldbus has lost synchronicity
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Hi, On a gantry system with 2 axis i am getting the following error: SMC_DI_FIELDBUS_LOST_SYNCRONICITY This happens random, sometimes it happens every 5 minutes and sometimes no error for 2 hours... The Setup: - Using codesys 3.5 SP20 with all latest libs... - Kontron AL Pi-Tron CM4 with Preempt realtime patch (Raspberry Pi 4) - Codesys runtime 4.11.0.0 (single core) - CODESYS Control for Raspberry Pi SL licensed - Softmotion + CNC + Robotics licensed - 2x Leadshine EL8-EC400 servo drives - Axis group for a 2-axis T-Gantry Ethercat network wiring: Ethercat master softmotion -> Beckhoff EK1100 -> Servo drive #1 -> Servo drive #2 Ethercat Cycle time = 4ms Max Jitter = 140~150 What i have tried so far: - changed the sync offset from 20% to 30% - changed ethercat task priority from 1 to 0 Running tasks: - Ethercat tast: Prio = 0, Interval = 4ms - Main task: Prio = 1, Interval = 8ms - Visu task: Prio = 31, Interval = 100ms - Softmotion planning task: Prio = 15, Freewheeling - 3 other default tasks that were created by AC_Persist Motion fb's are called in the ethercat task... Does anyone have an idea how to fix this? Any help is greatly appreciated!
Last updated: 2024-04-11
Post by dasch on eCockpit - unable to start simulation
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This is a known bug in e!Cockpit. See Release notes of V 1.11: 1 e!Cockpit Release Version 1.11 (2022-07) ATTENTION: If a library that uses asynchronous tasks (e.g. WagoAppConfigTool, WagoAppCloud or function modules such as Dali-Master) is dragged into the project, the simulation cannot be started. It is already sufficient to add the library to the project (an FB does not even have to be instantiated). I guess you are using one of these libraries/modules in your project. We e.G. often use PWM modules, these are also affected.
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