License Key Not Available Wincc Logging For Runtime Advanced Work May 2026

Troubleshooting "License Key Not Available" for WinCC Logging (Runtime Advanced)

Simulation Mode: Running a simulation of a PC-based project on an engineering workstation will trigger this warning every 10 minutes if the logging license is not present on the engineering PC. Troubleshooting and Solutions 1. Verify and Install the License Ensure the license server is online and properly configured

The "Accidental Click" CheckSometimes the error appears because a feature was enabled by mistake. Alex checked the Runtime Settings in the TIA Portal project: Simulation Mode : Running a simulation of a

Running into a "License key not available! WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced" popup is a common roadblock when transitioning from simulation to a live IPC or PC-based HMI. Unlike Comfort Panels, where many features are bundled, WinCC Runtime Advanced uses an additive licensing model where many features are bundled

The "Archive Tag" Limit

Even a full WinCC Runtime Advanced license has a limit on how many tags you can log. For example: