Siemens PCS 7 Advanced Process Functions Engineering Manual V2.1

About this manual

This document serves as a system manual for performing engineering tasks using the Advanced Process Functions (APF) software within the SIMATIC PCS 7 environment. It provides instructions on configuring AS-OS communication, operating the APF engineering tool, and managing materials, storage, parameters, and archives.

The guide covers specific topics such as setting up S7 connections, creating raw data tags in WinCC, and adapting WinCC actions. Additionally, it details the management of material classes, storage locations, parameter groups, and archive structures, including how to generate corresponding AS function blocks.

What's inside

• Security information
• APF Engineering at a glance
• Configuring AS-OS communication
• APF Engineering Tool
• Material management
• Storage management
• Parameter management
• Archive management
• Additional steps for configuring
• Diagnostics guide

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of this manual?

This document supports you in performing engineering with the Advanced Process Functions (APF) software in the SIMATIC PCS 7 environment.

Which version of the APF software package is covered by this documentation?

This documentation is valid for V2.1 of the APF software package.

What happens if the runtime archive and configuration archive do not match?

Problems may occur during runtime, such as length errors or data appearing in the wrong position.