Link ((better)) | License Key Not Available Wincc Logging For Runtime Advanced

Follow this systematic workflow to resolve the issue.

Ensure that logging is actually required. If you are not logging data, check your HMI screens to ensure you aren't trying to open a trend view that requires historical data. 4. Special Case: HMI Panels vs. IPCs Licensing rules differ slightly based on hardware:

These are strictly for testing or short-term validation. Do not use in a live production environment. Follow this systematic workflow to resolve the issue

Remember that Siemens licensing is designed for reliability and compliance, not convenience. Patience, methodical checking, and the use of ALM’s diagnostic tools will always lead to a resolution. If all else fails, Siemens technical support (requiring a valid service contract) can run deep diagnostics and, in rare cases, rehost a damaged license.

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If you have both a trial license and a full license installed, the trial may be taking precedence.

The error "License key not available! WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced" occurs because the option requires a separate, dedicated license key that is not included with the standard WinCC Runtime Advanced base license . Required License Do not use in a live production environment

If you can tell me the you are using, or if you're running this on an IPC vs. a Comfort Panel , I can provide more specific steps or check if your license is compatible with the latest updates.