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ABB Error 38230 — Board PMC axis fault

Error

ABB 38230 (“Board PMC axis fault”): The configured PMC board (PCI Mezzanine Card) is missing or not working correctly. Likely part: Carte PMC d'axes (board PMC axis).

Updated 2026-10-22 · LogrobotLM reference

What it means

The configured PMC board (PCI Mezzanine Card) is missing or not working correctly.

What to check

  • Check the physical connection of the axis PMC board on the main computer.
  • Note: Cabinet axis hardware expansion fault.

Part to check / replace

ABB 38230 points to the hardware below — start here before ordering.

Tap a part for every code that points to it — and verify the exact variant for your controller before ordering.

Related codes

20032Revolution counter not updated20033Axis not synchronized38034Axis Computer / SMB / Serial measurement cable fault

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