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Code 4348: [Channel %1: ] Block %5 Configuration error %6 in transformation $NT_NAME[%3] = '%2'.

Issue Description & Safety Warning

The Siemens SINUMERIK 840D CNC has triggered a critical [Channel %1: ] Block %5 Configuration error %6 in transformation $NT_NAME[%3] = '%2'. alarm. Immediate attention from a qualified operator or maintenance technician is required to prevent secondary damage to the equipment or spoiled parts during the manufacturing cycle. Always ensure standard safety and LOTO procedures are followed before accessing electrical cabinets.

Official Troubleshooting Steps

Parameters: %1 = Channel number %2 = Name of the transformation data record %3 = Index of the transformation data record %4 = Block number, label|error number Definitions: The transformation data record is incorrect. The erro r cause is defined in detail by the following error number: - 1. The machine kinematics have not been defined, i.e. neither $NT_TOOL_CHAIN[n,0} nor $NT_PART_CHAIN[n,0] refer to kinematic chains. - 2. The kinematic chain with the name co ntained in $NT_T_CHAIN_NAME[n] could not be found. - 3. The kinematic chain element with t he name contained in $NT_T_CHAIN_1ST_ELEM[n] could not be found. - 4. The kinematic chain element with t he name contained in $NT_T_CHAIN_LAST_ELEM[n] could not be found. - 5. The kinematic chain with the name co ntained in $NT_P_CHAIN_NAME[n] could not be found. Diagnostics Manual (DAsl), 03/2009 - 6. The kinematic chain element with t he name contained in $NT_P_CHAIN_1ST_ELEM[n] could not be found. - 7. The kinematic chain element with t he name contained in $NT_P_CHAIN_LAST_ELEM[n] could not be found. - 10. The rotary axis defined in $NT_ROT_AX_NA ME[n,0] could not be found in any of the relevant kinematic chains. - 11. The rotary axis defined in $NT_ROT_AX_NA ME[n,1] could not be found in any of the relevant kinematic chains. - 12. The rotary axis defined in $NT_ROT_AX_NA ME[n,2] could not be found in any of the relevant kinematic chains. - 20. The linear axis defined in $NT_GEO_AX_NA ME[n,0] could not be found in any of the relevant kinematic chains. - 21. The linear axis defined in $NT_GEO_AX_NA ME[n,1] could not be found in any of the relevant kinematic chains. - 22. The linear axis defined in $NT_GEO_AX_NA ME[n,2] could not be found in any of the relevant kinematic chains. - 30. The base orientation has not been defined, i.e. all three components of $NT_BASE_ORIENT[n, 0..2] are zero. - 31. The orientation normal vector has not been defined, i.e. all three components of $NT_BASE_ORIENT_NORMAL[n, 0..2] are zero. - 32. The vectors for the definition of the base orientation ($NT_BASE_ORIENT[n, 0..2]) and the base normal vector ($NT_BASE_ORIENT_NORMAL[n, 0..2]) are parallel. - 40. The first and the second orientation ax is of an orientation transformation are parallel. - 41. The second and the third orientation ax is of an orientation transformation are parallel. - 42. No orientation axis has been defined (an or ientation transformation requires at least one orientation axis). - 43. Invalid 3-axis orientation transformation: th e orientation axis is not vertical to the plane created by the two geometry axes. - 50. Less than two geometry axes were defined for an orientation transformation. - 51. Not all three geometry axes were defined for an orientation transformation with more than one orientation axis. - 100. The maximum number of kinematic elements (total of linear axes, rotary axes and constant elements) has been exceeded. A sequence of constant elements in a chain that are not interrupted by an axis, counts as only one element. A maximum of 15 kinematic elements is currently permissible for orientation transformations. - 101. The maximum number of rotary axes in the kinematic chains for the definition of a transformation has been exceeded. - 103. The maximum number of elements in the defin ition of the kinematic c hain for the tool has been exceeded. - 104. The maximum number of elements in the def inition of the kinematic chain for the workpiece has been exceeded. A maximum of 6 rotary axes is cu rrently permissible for or ientation transformations. - 10000. Illegal redundant rotary axis. For the time being, only one redundant axis is permissible for orientation transformation. This rotary axis must be the firs t axis in the kinematic chain. - 10001. The type "virtual rotary axis" of a kinematic element is not permissible (for the time being). Reaction: Correction block is reorganized. Interface signals are set. Alarm display. NC Stop on alarm at block end. Remedy: Define valid transformation data record. Program Continuation: Clear alarm with the RESET key. Restart part program

Source: SINUMERIK 840D sl / 840Di sl / SINAMICS S120 Diagnostics Manual (DAsl, 03/2009)

Last reviewed: 2026-07-01 · Verified against the manufacturer’s official documentation.

About Siemens SINUMERIK 840D CNC Alarms

Siemens controllers include extensive self-diagnostics that flag or halt the machine when a fault is detected. Error code 4348 on the SINUMERIK 840D CNC identifies one specific fault condition — its documented cause and the official corrective steps are listed above, sourced from Siemens's service documentation. Always confirm against the manual for your exact machine configuration and follow LOTO procedures before servicing.

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