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A00600

RTOS Overrun Warning

Siemens · SINAMICS G120

What does A00600 mean?

This warning indicates an internal time slice overrun within the drive's Real-Time Operating System (RTOS). This typically points to an internal processing delay, excessive computational load, or a software anomaly that could affect system stability and performance.

Common Causes

  • Excessive computational load on the drive's Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) due to complex control tasks or multiple active functions.
  • Firmware bug or corrupted software module causing an infinite loop or excessive processing time in a specific task.
  • Degradation of internal clock source or timing hardware, leading to incorrect task scheduling.
  • Internal memory corruption or resource exhaustion preventing tasks from executing within their allocated time slices.
  • A high-priority interrupt is continuously active, monopolizing CPU resources and preventing other tasks from running.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    1. Reduce the drive's internal pulse frequency (e.g., P1800) or disable non-critical functions to lighten the CPU load.

  2. 2

    2. Check for and install the latest firmware updates for the drive, as software bugs causing RTOS overruns are often addressed in patches.

  3. 3

    3. Review the drive's active control modes and optional functions (e.g., complex technological functions, fieldbus communication rate) for potential bottlenecks.

  4. 4

    4. Perform a parameter reset (e.g., P0010=30, P0970=1) to clear any potentially corrupted configuration and then re-commission essential parameters.

  5. 5

    5. Monitor the drive's internal CPU load (if available via diagnostics, e.g., r0034) to pinpoint when the overrun occurs.

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