Siemens SINAMICS G120 Error Code F31162

Siemens PLC & VFD Major Encoder

Model: SINAMICS G120 | Code: F31162

Applicable Systems
S7-1200 S7-1500 S7-300 S7-400 LOGO! SINAMICS

Symptoms

Encoder data format error: received data format invalid.

Possible Causes

  • Encoder data format mismatch
  • Protocol version mismatch
  • Configuration error

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Verify encoder data format
    Format matches expected
  2. Step 2: Check protocol version
    Version compatible
  3. Step 3: Update configuration
    Configuration correct

How to Reset

Reset via operator panel after encoder data format is corrected.

Related Siemens Fault Codes

Source: Siemens SINAMICS G120 List Manual

Category: PLC & VFD