License Key Not Available Wincc Logging For Runtime Advanced (Plus)

WinCC Logging

The error "License key not available! WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced" occurs because the license is an optional add-on that is not included in the standard WinCC Runtime Advanced license . Why the error appears

Final Checklist

C. Transferring via License Certificate (ALM Web Server or Disk)

• Uninstall the license using the Automation License Manager (Right-click > Uninstall).
• Physically remove the USB dongle (if using one).
• Reboot.
• Insert the dongle/reinstall the license file.
• Open TIA Portal and reassign the license in Runtime Settings.

1. Open your TIA Portal project.
2. Navigate to your HMI/PC station → Runtime settings → Licensing.
3. Look for the line: "WinCC Logging for Runtime Advanced".
4. Note the required version number and number of Power Tags (e.g., 128, 512, 1024, 2048).