Universal Robots e-Series Error Code C278A20: The control-mode state {unsigned} in the received control message is not

Universal Robots Robot Minor System

Model: e-Series (UR3e/UR5e/UR10e/UR16e/UR20/UR30) | Code: C278A20

Applicable Systems
UR3 UR5 UR10 UR3e UR5e UR10e UR16e UR20 UR30

Symptoms

The servo module received a control message from the controller with a control-mode state that it does not support

Possible Causes

  • The servo module received a control message from the controller with a control-mode state that it does not support

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Conduct a complete rebooting sequence,
    Check if the issue is resolved after this step
  2. Step 2: Update software,
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  3. Step 3: Contact your local Universal Robots service provider for assistance
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How to Reset

Power cycle the robot controller and perform a complete reboot sequence. If the error persists, update the software to the latest version.

Source: Universal Robots Official Error Codes Directory (https://www.universal-robots.com/manuals/EN/PDF/Shared/ErrorCodes/ErrorCodes.pdf)

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