Universal Robots e-Series Error Code C281A16: {deviceName} joint did not reach correct state before timeout was exceeded

Universal Robots Robot Minor Motion

Model: e-Series (UR3e/UR5e/UR10e/UR16e/UR20/UR30) | Code: C281A16

Applicable Systems
UR3 UR5 UR10 UR3e UR5e UR10e UR16e UR20 UR30

Symptoms

The robot is not in the expected state. An issue occured during the state transition.

Possible Causes

  • The robot is not in the expected state. An issue occured during the state transition.

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Update software,
    Check if the issue is resolved after this step
  2. Step 2: Contact your local Universal Robots service provider for assistance
    Check if the issue is resolved after this step

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.

Related Universal Robots Fault Codes

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

Category: Robot