E2-3

Internal Error (SM560-S)

ABB · AC500-S Safety Controller

What does E2-3 mean?

The SM560-S Safety PLC has encountered an unspecified internal error. This indicates a system malfunction that prevents normal operation and requires intervention.

Common Causes

  • Generic internal hardware malfunction on the SM560-S, possibly a low-level component failure.
  • Deep-level firmware corruption or bootloader issue.
  • Critical internal resource contention or memory allocation error.
  • Transient voltage event causing permanent damage to internal logic.
  • Unexpected operating environment conditions (e.g., extreme cold) causing instability.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    1. Perform a controlled power down and restart sequence for the entire safety system.

  2. 2

    2. Check the physical condition of the SM560-S module for any visible damage or component failures.

  3. 3

    3. Log in to the engineering software and check the 'PLC Information' tab for hardware revision details and compare with documentation.

  4. 4

    4. Re-download the safety application program to ensure all configuration and logic are correctly loaded.

  5. 5

    5. Replace the SM560-S Safety PLC module if the internal error persists after standard troubleshooting steps.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026

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