Hello! I'm currently developing a project on TIA Portal V19, but the client requires it to be compatible with v18. Can the project be opened on the latest version of TIA Portal?
If you possess a v19 license, you have the option to download v18 and initiate your program or project development using this version. Your current activation allows you to access previous versions of TIA, but you cannot revert to older versions once you have moved forward. After completing your work in v18, you can easily convert it back to v19 if necessary in the future.
While the official stance is "not going back," there are ways to bypass this limitation by leveraging specific block sources and compiling them in a previous version. Another option is utilizing TIA openness to export project data in XML format and then importing it into an older version, although I have not personally tried this method. Thankfully, there are experienced Siemens experts in this forum who may be able to provide assistance. This topic piques my interest as well.
When using the TIA Portal software, it is crucial to choose the correct version to work with, especially if you have projects running for clients. It is essential to have the same TIA version as your colleagues when working on a shared project. This is why we have primarily used V15.1 for an extended period. However, with the introduction of new hardware and IT security standards, we are transitioning to V19, with no possibility of reverting back. For information on TIA Openness, you can find a wealth of resources on SIOSsupport.industry.siemens.com. Unfortunately, there is no straightforward guide on exporting from a newer TIA version to an older one. This process is not as simple as it may seem. Colleague Pandiani expressed interest in this topic, highlighting the challenges of easily transferring projects between different TIA versions.
A while back, I encountered a similar issue when attempting to transfer a project from TIA v17 to TIA v16. I exported CAx Data in TIA v17 as an .aml file and imported it into a blank project in TIA v16. Despite encountering a minor error regarding version details, I manually adjusted the version in the .aml file. This process successfully enabled the creation of devices, networks, and PLC tags. For more complex blocks in the original project, I generated and imported source code into TIA 16, requiring some manual adjustments. I later learned about utilizing TIA Openness to export to xml, but didn't pursue it due to the perceived need for C# programming knowledge. Additionally, there is the option of using the OpennessScripter tool to export projects to xml, although familiarity with scripting languages is necessary. If anyone has experience with this process, please share insights on exporting a TIA project to xml and importing it into a new project, potentially within the same TIA version.
According to Pandiani, in the initial project, he manually generated and imported source code for the more complex blocks before compiling them in TIA 16. Is it possible to do this for blocks other than STL and SCL?
Absolutely, the TIA Portal is backward compatible. This means you can open your project with the latest TIA Portal V19 version, then you can save it again using the TIA Portal V18 format. However, keep in mind that not all features in V19 would be available in V18, so you need to make sure that any features you use in your project are also supported in the older version.
Yes, in majority of cases, TIA Portal allows for upward compatibility, meaning you can open older version projects with newer versions of the software. However, do take note it's not backwards compatible from v19 to v18. The best course of action would be to set up a version of v18 specifically for this client's project to ensure compatibility.
Absolutely, TIA Portal offers backward compatibility. You can open your project created in V19 in V18, but do remember, once you've migrated your project to a newer version, you can't go back to the older version. So, it would be wise to keep a backup of your V18 project just in case your client faces any issues.
Hey there! Unfortunately, TIA Portal does not support opening projects created in newer versions like V19 in older versions like V18. You might want to consider developing your project in V18 to ensure compatibility, or check if there are specific features in V19 that your client could do without. Good luck with your project!
Hi there! While TIA Portal V19 can open projects created in V18, it's important to note that you won't be able to save or export a project from V19 back to V18. So, if you're developing in V19, make sure to keep backups of your V18 project files. It might be a good idea to stick with V18 to ensure full compatibility with your client's needs. Hope this helps!
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Answer: - No, TIA Portal projects are not backwards compatible, meaning a project developed in TIA Portal V19 cannot be opened directly in TIA Portal V18.
Answer: - Unfortunately, there is no direct way to make a project developed in TIA Portal V19 compatible with TIA Portal V18. You may need to recreate the project in TIA Portal V18 to meet the client's requirements.
Answer: - One possible workaround is to export the project data from TIA Portal V19 in a format that can be imported into TIA Portal V18. However, this process may require manual adjustments and verification to ensure proper functionality.
Answer: - It is important to discuss compatibility requirements with the client early in the project development phase to avoid compatibility issues later on. If compatibility between specific versions is needed, consider developing the project in the oldest version supported by the client's requirements.
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