Universal Robots e-Series Error Code C348A4: An enabled external axis at index {unsigned} is no longer receiving drive status

Universal Robots Robot Minor System

Model: e-Series (UR3e/UR5e/UR10e/UR16e/UR20/UR30) | Code: C348A4

Applicable Systems
UR3 UR5 UR10 UR3e UR5e UR10e UR16e UR20 UR30

Symptoms

The EtherCAT Master is no longer sending the Controller status updates for the servo drive of an enabled external axis

Possible Causes

  • The EtherCAT Master is no longer sending the Controller status updates for the servo drive of an enabled external axis

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Ensure the MotionPlus Service is running,
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  2. Step 2: Ensure the EtherCAT Master has been configured for the axis's drive,
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  3. Step 3: Ensure the EtherCAT Master is running,
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  4. Step 4: 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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