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Issue What features are included in Building Operation evaluation (demo) licenses? Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation evaluation license Cause The features included in evaluation licenses are not shown in the documentation. Resolution License Administrator (Software Evaluation License) After adding the evaluation license in License Administrator,   Click on the "Diagnostics" Tab. Click on "Refresh the list". Local licenses list generates. Example of generated list: Local licenses: -------------------------------------------------------------------- Trust Flags: FULLY TRUSTED Fulfillment Type: TRIAL Status: ENABLED Fulfillment ID: LOCAL_TRIAL_FID_498 Activation ID: SC_57LRIHRFBOXC28SGYTPKCH98WIRKMWE Product ID: NAME=EcoStruxure Building Operation Demo License;VERSION=5.0 Suite ID: NONE Expiration date: 01-Feb-2024 Concurrent: 0 Concurrent overdraft: 0 Hybrid: 0 Hybrid overdraft: 0 Activatable: 1 Activatable overdraft: 0 Repairs: 0 Feature line(s): server.mssql (Version 5.0) client.zoning (Version 5.0) client.dashboard (Version 5.0) server.ec.auth.saml (Version 5.0) server.ws.generic.consume (Version 5.0) server.dig.signed.docs (Version 5.0) server.alarms.snmp (Version 5.0) server.ec.es (Version 5.0) server.device.es (Version 5.0) server.ws.ews.history (Version 5.0) Sigma.Server (Version 4) server.mqtt.rw (Version 5.0) graphdb.base (Version 1.0) server.esignature (Version 5.0) server.enterprise.base (Version 5.0) server.ws.ews.consume (Version 5.0) client.cad.import.tool (Version 5.0) smartdriver.license (Version 5.0) server.timescale (Version 5.0) client.script (Version 5.0) server.es.as (Version 5.0) client.graphiceditor (Version 5.0) server.device.as (Version 5.0) server.ws.ews.serve (Version 5.0) server.es.auth.saml (Version 5.0) server.enterprise.central (Version 5.0) client.functionblock.view (Version 5.0) client.station (Version 5.0)   Refer to the Webhelp EcoStruxure Building Operation Software Feature License String Description topic for an explanation of the license feature strings. Device Administrator (Embedded Evaluation License) After adding the evaluation license to the Device Administrator (see the article How to activate a demo license on an Automation Server at EBO 2022) follow the steps to view the available features: Click on the Entitlements. Click on Product Licenses. - The individual features are then shown as column headings The best way to see all the features available is to right-click on the license name under Product Name and choose Add/Remove columns.   A Select columns popup is then shown, and the available features are much easier to read.  

Issue A script program status is halted with an error indicating "Tried to divide a value by zero"   Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation MP-C Controllers  Building Operation MP-V Controllers  Building Operation RP-C Controllers  Building Operation RP-V Controllers  Cause The halted program, or a function used within the program, has within itself a divisor that equals or can equate to zero.  An example would be if using Scan as a divisor - (Err - Lerr) / Scan Resolution Ensure that no divisor within the program or function can possibly become zero.  One way to do this would be to either set the divisor to a value greater than zero prior to using it or add a small value to the divisor.  For example:  (Err - Lerr) / (Scan + 0.00001)

Issue "You need to enable JavaScript in your web browser to be able to use Building Operation" message is displayed in the browser window when accessing EBO WebStation using the URL "https://<IP>/login/login.html" Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Webstation 5.0.3 and later Cause In order to bypass automatic guest account login, some sites have used https://<IP>/login/login.html as a direct URL to the login page. In EBO 5.0.3 this direct URL has been changed to "https://<IP>/login.html" to allow PCT 2.0 to operate correctly. Resolution Use the new "https://<IP>/login.html" URL to bypass automatic guest account login and update any saved browser bookmarks.

Issue Communications with an AS can fail due to high CPU usage and it goes offline in the ES.  Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Automation Server Premium(AS-P) Building Operation Automation Server(AS) Cause A large graphic was being edited and when saved, the AS appeared to crash, but had actually gone offline to the ES. Resolution This issue was due to the AS CPU usage, which was found to be very high and was making the AS appear to be offline to the ES, when the graphic was saved. The graphic that was being edited was accessing a large number of Universal Inputs, and these input values were changing frequently, this in turn was causing the increased CPU usage. Changing the threshold setting of a Universal Inputs. Select the properties of the universal input to be adjusted. View the configuration section and select the threshold value. Enter an appropriate value for the input being modified.  

Warning Potential for Data Loss: The steps detailed in the resolution of this article may result in a loss of critical data if not performed properly. Before beginning these steps, make sure all important data is backed up in the event of data loss. If you are unsure or unfamiliar with any complex steps detailed in this article, please contact Product Support Services for assistance. Issue Information needed about how to change the "appuser" password used by the Report Server Agent Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Web Reports Cause There is no information available on whether the Web Reports "appuser" account password can be changed and how it's done Resolution NOTE: Refer to the following article Report Server "appuser" clarification for additional information on the appuser   The password defined for the user in the configuration file needs to match the actual password in the operating system. To change the password, do the following   Stop the WebReports Agent service Change the password defined for the "appuser" in Windows Change the password defined for the "appuser" in the WebReports Agent config file: C:\Program Files (x86)\Schneider Electric\StruxureWareReports\StruxureWare Reporting Agent\SE.WebReports.StruxureWareReportingAgent.exe.config Restart the WebReports Agent service

Issue Enterprise Server will not start due to no valid license file error: "nsp.csc.licensemanager No valid Enterprise Server license found. Terminating server." or Cannot find license file. (Error code: -1) Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Software Administrator Building Operation License Administrator Building Operation Workstation Cause Enterprise Server is not started and states no valid license file is found. License Server is installed on the same computer and has valid license(s). Similarly, WorkStation may not start even with a License Server installed with a valid license. If you get error -1, it means that you didn't enter the required @ before the license server address. Resolution In general, any licensed Building Operation software (Enterprise Server, WorkStation, Editors) needs to know where the license server is located. That means that the license server path needs to be entered on any PC having licensed Building Operation software installed. The "License Administrator" part of the license installer can be installed on any PC, and the license server address set using the administrator. The license server itself does not need to be installed on all PC's, but only on the PC hosting e.g. the Enterprise Server. The IP or DNS name of the PC hosting the license server is entered with an initial @, e.g. if the IP of the license server PC is 1.2.3.4 you enter @1.2.3.4 Checkpoints Remember to enter the license server address starting with a @. For example, don't use "localhost" but "@localhost". Is your evaluation license current? If not, download from EcoXpert Extranet Check that antivirus software is configured to allow the operation of the license server. (refer to SmartStruxure Workstation or editors can't get license when using firewall (errors -15 or -96)) Reboot the machine where the License Server is running. It has been observed in some cases where the error 'No valid license or Cannot find license file error' appeared after an upgrade that rebooting the machine solves the problem. Check to see if there are multiple versions of the License Server installed on the machine. If multiple versions are installed, make sure to only run the highest installed version as a Windows Service. All other License Server and License Administrator software should be uninstalled from the machine.

Issue Locate the Evaluation license for TAC Vista or EcoStruxure Building Operation Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, TAC Vista Environment TAC Vista EcoStruxure Building Operation Cause There is an evaluation license available for TAC Vista valid one month and an Evalauation license for EcoStruxure Building Operation valid 3 months.  Resolution Evaluation or demo license files are available for licensed partners on the EcoXpert Extranet. Follow the link and search for "evaluation". You must first register using your business email (i.e. CustomerName@partnerdomain.com) address to gain access to these files. Note: You may use any email address to register and view content, but downloads will only be granted to approved partner domain names.

Issue With Script Programs in Continuum we were able to check the variable time against an integer value. Like "if time>500 then...".  In StruxureWare Building Operation time is of the type datetime, no longer an integer. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Script Program Cause In StruxureWare Building Operation a datetime internally is now a 64 bit number, so dates can go beyond the year 2038 which was the top limit for Continuum.  Numbers in script for StruxureWare, like in Continuum are just floats ( 32 bits ) so when trying to map a 64 bit number ( the date ) into a float it is not going to work.  You will get very erroneous readings, therefore the ban. Resolution Here are some examples of the correct StruxureWare program: Remember that for the dates, you can only compare dates to dates, not dates to numbers… In general,   you CAN do the following:       compare dates to dates                ==>   if Date1 > Date2  then     add numbers to dates                   ==>    LaterDate = LastDate + 24*3600     subtract numbers from dates         ==>    EarlierDate = LastDate - 24*3600   you CANNOT do the following   compare dates to numbers                ==>   if Date1 > 500  then

Issue The License Server does not start automatically when the server reboots. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Licensing Cause The License server is attempting to start before some dependent process has started. Resolution To edit the FlexNet Service go to Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Services Right click on FlexNet Licensing Service and FlexNet Licensing Service 64  and select Properties. Change the Startup Type from Automatic to Automatic (Delayed Start)

Issue Need more than 50000 registers in a Modbus device Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Workstation Cause The Modbus specification sets a limit of 65535 as the largest register number. Resolution Enter the value into the Register number configuration property. The Modbus specification sets a limit of 65535 as the largest register number.

Issue Unable to find the latest firmware for ADv3 in EcoXpert Extranet Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Advanced Display v3 (ADv3) Cause The firmware is not publicly posted since the process to load the firmware should not be attempted without guidance from Product Support. Resolution All customers must to open a support case to receive fixes or enhancements.

Issue A new Automation Server won't load in Device Administrator versions earlier than EBO 2022. A "Failed to process USB connection event for DevicePath:\\?" error is shown when adding the device.   Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Automation Server AS-P with Secure Boot Building Operation Automation Server AS-B Scalable Cause Secure Boot/Scalable Automation Server hardware is not supported in EBO versions prior to EBO 2022. Resolution It is not possible to install EBO versions prior to EBO 2022 in Secure Boot/Scalable Automation Server hardware. Verify the Automation Server part number to ensure it is a non-scalable/non-secure boot version. Refer to the Part Number and Hardware and Software Matrix for a list of parts numbers and their associated EBO version compatibility.

Issue Automation Server CPU Specifications Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Automation Server Building Operation Automation Server Premium Building Operation Automation Server Basic Cause Automation Server Family CPU specifications are required for projects requirements and specifications. Resolution There are three Automation Server models, each with unique CPU specifications:   Automation Server (AS): The Automation Server (AS) has been withdrawn from sale. CPU: ATMEL AT91RM9200, ARM9 core microcontroller. Processor: ARM920T. CPU Clock Speed: 160 MHz. Automation Server Premium (AS-P): CPU: STMicroelectronics SPEAr1380, ARM Cortex-A9 dual-core microcontroller. Processor: ARM Cortex-A9. CPU Clock Speed: 500 MHz. Automation Server Bundled (AS-B): CPU: STMicroelectronics SPEAr320S, ARM926 core microcontroller. Processor: ARM926. CPU Clock Speed: 333 MHz.

Issue Can not save the Diagnostic Files from IP Controller using Building Commission Share button Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Commission Cause By default, the only apps you can share are Mail and OneNote for Windows. Neither allows you to save a file to the Windows File System. Resolution Install Clipboard by Justin Chase via MS Store or link.  In Building Commission, navigate to the controller -> Device Settings -> Diagnostics Files Select either Device Report, Error Log, or Crash Report Click Share icon in the upper right corner.  Select Clipboard icon.  Click Copy button  Right-click Paste on the desktop or in File Explorer folder.

Warning Potential for Data Loss: The steps detailed in the resolution of this article may result in a loss of critical data if not performed properly. Before beginning these steps, make sure all important data is backed up in the event of data loss. If you are unsure or unfamiliar with any complex steps detailed in this article, please contact Product Support for assistance. Issue When upgrading EcoStruxure Building Operation to version 2.0 or newer, the existing Power Manager software should also be upgraded to EcoStruxure Energy Expert to maintain compatibility Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation EcoStruxure Energy Expert Environment Power Monitoring Expert (PME) Power Manager Cause The proper procedure is required when upgrading from older versions of Power Manager to the latest Energy Expert version. Guidance and best practices are needed for upgrading a PME server from PME 7.2 to PME 9.0. Resolution A Power Manager 1.0 site should be taken to 1.1 first, then upgraded to Energy Expert 2.0 Below are the recommendations for a side-by-side upgrade from PME 7.2 to PME 9.0: On the old server: Run the PME_8.2.iso file to do an in-place upgrade from PME 7.2.3 to PME 8.2 After completing that upgrade, the system will default to using a PME 8.2 trial license Install and run the PME 8.2 CM 2.1.0 Tool which will perform necessary actions for the side-by-side upgrade; we will use it to create a .zip file containing configuration components such as reports, dashboards, diagrams, users, devices, etc. Transfer this .zip file from the CM Tool to the new server On the new server: Run the PME_8.2.iso file to install PME 8.2 (this can be done while the above steps are performed on the old server) After transferring the .zip file from the old server, install and run the PME 8.2 CM 2.1.0 Tool on the new server and have it load the archived data from the .zip file into the program, and then write it to the system (essentially performing a PME 8.2 server to server migration) After that finishes, we can run the PME_9.0.iso file to upgrade from PME 8.2 to PME 9.0 After PME 9.0 is installed, we can activate the PME 9.0 license(s) in the Floating License Manager using the activation ID(s) that were already acquired, then remove the PME 9.0 trial license using License Manager (different from Floating License Manager) Running into issues with the install? Receiving error messages related to PME? Check out the Technical FAQ for a solution to your problem.  Links to relevant documentation and files: Where can I find documentation for Power Monitoring Expert 8.2 (PME 8.2)? Where can I download Power Monitoring Expert 8.2 installation files? Where can I find documentation for Power Monitoring Expert 9.0 (PME 9.0)? Where can I download Power Monitoring Expert 9 installation file? PME 8.2 CM Tool Exchange Community post  PME 9.0 CM Tool Exchange Community link  

Issue The binding between an Enterprise Server and Automation Server or between two Automation Servers shows Unresolved Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Enterprise Server Building Operation Automation Server Binding Diagnostics Cause The communication between the two servers is incorrectly configured, blocked by software such as firewalls or antivirus or another application is using the port. Resolution For Firewall Issues: Ensure the Windows firewall on the Enterprise Server PC is set up correctly, for example follow Creating Windows Firewall rules to allow Building Operation to communicate on the TCP port to set up inbound and outbound rules.   Alternatively configure the Windows firewall using the Firewall Config tool on all PC's having EcoStruxure software installed. Problems with firewall settings can arise if the Enterprise Server PC is removed during the commissioning process and the firewall settings swap between Private Networks and Public Networks. For example All the Automation Servers may appear online, but the "Unresolved" bindings issue may be seen. Automation Servers cannot be restored via the Enterprise Server If a suitable option temporarily disable the firewall to see if it fixes the issue.   For 1.4 or 1.5 Servers with a name containing the "&" symbol: Ask Product Support for Hotfix R1.4.1.16201 (or later version) for version 1.4 and R1.5.0.1601 (or later version) for version 1.5.    For other Causes: Follow these troubleshooting steps in order until the issue has been resolved. Check that the ES IP address is the same as the PC IP address.  If they do not match, follow How to set the Enterprise Server IP address to change the ES IP.  All ports must be open between the ES and AS, for port numbers search "Network Ports" in the Information Technology System Planning Guide. If the address of the ES is a domain name, try using the IP address instead. If there are more than one network adaptor on the ES can, for example, take the address of a wireless adaptor, VMware virtual adaptor or VirtualBox adaptor.  The ES should be using the NIC adaptor, either follow the link in item 1 or disable the other network adaptors. Right click on the ES and select Advanced > Repair Server Communication.  This should update the Communication tables of the servers. Detach the automation servers from the ES and then add the automation servers back.  Follow Unable to add an Automation Server underneath an Enterprise Server. Select each server and click on the Communication Tab.  If communication is valid, it should list the details of every other server. Try to disable any network monitor function of anti-virus software on the computer. If a Schneider laptop is used, right click the Trellix software in the system tray and Enable Firewall Timed Groups. Although not a supported architecture if a user installs the Enterprise Central and Enterprise Server on the same PC with default settings the ports will conflict.  Either remove the unsupported Enterprise Central or if for testing stop the service and set appropriate usable ports.    

Issue Temperature Sensor Resistance Charts Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell Sigma, TAC IA Series, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Temperature Sensors Cause Temperature (°C) to Resistance Charts (ohms). Upgrading the site BMS, but retaining the existing sensors and the sensor resistance values are not known. Resolution The resistance of a sensor at a specific temperature can be downloaded below, there are a number of tables collated from different sources for a number of Schneider Electric sensors and other BMS suppliers.   In EBO, the thermistor selection in the IO module or controller does not represent the thermistor bead type, an example is the Continuum Type I in EBO, but the bead is a Type 3,. For further information regarding this see the KB article  Thermistor type selection in EBO.   The document All Sensors covers the following:   Satchwell DxT sensors are replaced by STR600, STP660, STD600, STO600 type T with shunt, and use the Satchwell T range chart Drayton DC1000, DC1100 30K6A1 is now known as STR600D, STP600D, STO600D Andover 10K4A1 TAC Inc. Vista 1.8KA1 I/A series 10K3A1 with 11K shunt INET 10K2A1 (10k Dale) BALCO 1000 ohm RTD   Older Satchwell ranges: Satchwell DW1204, DW1305, DWS1202 Satchwell DO Satchwell DD/DR Other manufacturers included: Allerton 3K3A1 Ambiflex 2012, Honeywell Aquatrol, Jel/Thorn, Trend, York 10K3A1 Schlumberger (air) 5K3A1 Schlumberger (immersion) 100K6A1 Automatrix, York, Sibe 10K4A1 Honeywell 20K6A Landis & Gyr PT100A, PT1000A   Further information regarding INET, IA, the document Thermistor Types Tables (Veris Industries) is available.  The 1k Balco resistance chart is also available.   Further information for the Continuum ACC Temp 10K Type 3 also known as 10K4A1, the document Thermistor Temp Resist Chart (Precon Thermistors) is available.   TC900 series TC900 RS-03 sensor chart   For I/A Series Controllers (MNL/MNB) Compatible sensors that have a built-in 11k shunt resistor include the TS-5711-850 TS-57011-850 TS-57031-850 TSMN-90110-850 Series Any sensor that matches resistance to temperature curve for a 10K Thermistor Type G (U.S. Sensor), Type 9 (Dale/Vishay) or Type III (ACI Series AH) can be used with the I/A Series MNL and I/A Series MNB series controllers, provided that a 11k ± 0.1% 1/8 watt resistor is wired in parallel with the sensor. The input has a range of -10 to 135 °F (-23.3 to 57.2 °C) with an accuracy of ±1% of span. Temperature / Resistance Reference Values Temperature Deg F (Deg C) Resistance Resistance Incl. 11k Shunt 32 (0) 25490 8,012 68 (20) 12,260 5,798 75 (25) 10,000 5,238 104 (40) 5,592 3,707 140 (60) 2,760 2,206 The full temperature/resistance table for the US Sensor 10K Thermistor R-T Curve Type G sensor. Please note that the controller may not be able to use the full temperature range shown in the table.  

Issue Due to a variety of reasons it is sometimes necessary to add an offset to the value obtained from a sensor to achieve the required accuracy. For example, a temperature sensor may be reading off by 0.5 degree as compared to a calibrated high accuracy temperature measuring device used as a standard. Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment All CX controller All i2 devices All b3 devices Cause Sensor tolerance. Resolution Add an algorithm in the conversion field of the input objects to adjust the value by the necessary offset. In the example here the conversion entered could be: Elecvalue + 0.5 or Elecvalue + TempSensorOffset where TempSensorOffset is an InfinityNumeric point that has been set to the amount of offset to apply.  While this example uses a very simple conversion algorithm, the input’s conversion can be thought of as a one line PE program that can use PE system functions. Elecvalue + Maximum(TempSensorOffset, 1.5)   Note: For inputs that use automatic conversion e.g. voltage inputs and InfinityFunction is required, see How to add a calibration factor or offset value to an input using automatic scaling for details.

Issue License Administrator fails install with an "Uninstall failed, installer cannot continue" error Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation License Administrator Cause Building Operation uses Flexera (Revenera) Software Technology for licensing. Other Schneider-Electric products may also use this technology for their licensing. Resolution Check to see if the site has other software programs/products using the Flexera (Revenera) Software Technology. Other Schneider Electric offers such as Unity Pro - IEC Programming Software for Modicon PAC, Power Monitoring Expert & TAC Vista as well as third party programs also use Flexera (Revenera) for their licensing. During installation of the Building Operation License Administrator the dialog below is shown: The default behavior of the Building Operation License Administrator installation program is to install both Building Operation License Administrator and a new local license server instance. If the default behavior is accepted, the installation program will attempt to uninstall any previously installed local license servers. If the Building Operation License Administrator installation program  does not have sufficient access rights to uninstall the license server previously installed by another product a "Failed to install Building Operation License Administrator" error will occur.   Multiple products can share a single Flexnet License server instance. If there is an existing Flexnet install then the License Server checkbox should be unchecked during installation of the Building Operation License Administrator This leaves the existing local license server installed by the other product intact, while still allowing Building Operation License Administrator to run. The license server used by Building Operation License Administrator can easily be changed by the user on the License Server Address tab in Building Operation License Administrator, if necessary.  

Issue Rehosting is defined as the process of moving a license from one machine to another. Is there a limit to the number of rehosts allowed per year? Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation,TAC Vista Environment Building Operation Licensing Cause Re-hosting means that the license bindings to the physical hardware or its substitutes on a Virtual Machine are moved i.e. the host ID is changed. This can be required if the license is moved to a new computer or Virtual Machine.  A maximum of 4 license re-hosts are allowed in 12 months. Resolution If the re-hosting limit is exceeded and further re-hosting is justified and necessary, the policy can be overridden by Product Support. When contacting support please provide the entitlement details so that the license policy can be overridden.