KUKA Error Messages

The following errors may occur while running the Standard Interface program on the robot.

ROBOT_SOCKET_TIMEOUT

MM_Flag_Recv is called to check data reception. This error is reported if no data are received within the specified wait time.

Troubleshooting

  • Check if the order of calling EKI_Send and MM_Flag_Recv is correct.

  • Check if the Standard Interface is started in Mech-Center.

  • Check if the wait time input through the MM_Init_Socket command is too short.

ROBOT_SOCKET_CLOSED

MM_Flag_Alive detected that communication could not be established within the specified wait time.

Troubleshooting

  • Check if the hardware are properly connected.

  • Check if the Standard Interface is started in Mech-Center.

  • Check the IP addresses of the robot and the IPC, and if the port number is configured correctly.

  • Check if the firewall is turned off on the IPC.

  • Contact Mech-Mind Technical Support for further assistance.

ROBOT ARGUMENT ERROR

When calling a Mech-Mind Standard Interface subprogram, arguments provided are not correct.

Troubleshooting

Please refer to KUKA Standard Interface Commands and input the correct arguments accordingly.

ROBOT_CMD_ERROR

The command code received does not match the one sent.

Troubleshooting

The sequence of command sending and receiving is problematic. Please contact Mech-Mind Technical Support for further assistance.

Error Codes

Returned status code is an error code. Please check Mech-Center’s log.

Troubleshooting