Before diving into the fixes, it helps to understand why this happens. The most frequent culprits include:
Are you seeing any or logs in the WinCC "Diagnosis" folder that I can help you interpret?
Verify that the is not blocking "CCProjectMgr.exe" or "CCRemoteService.exe". When All Else Fails: The "CCCleaner" Tool A Basic Application Could Not Be Started Wincc 7.5
Open the (found in the Siemens folder in the Start menu).
Always run the project from a local hard drive (e.g., C: or D:). Before diving into the fixes, it helps to
Ensure there are no spaces, dots, or special characters (like @, #, %) in the folder names. 3. Reset the WinCC Project
In this guide, we will break down the most common causes and provide a step-by-step resolution path to get your SCADA system back online. Common Causes of the Error When All Else Fails: The "CCCleaner" Tool Open
Siemens provides a tool called the (often referred to as the "CCCleaner"). If your project database has become corrupted or "locked," this tool can help clear the temporary cache. Note: Use this as a last resort and ensure you have a backup of your project before performing deep system cleans.
Troubleshooting "A Basic Application Could Not Be Started" in WinCC 7.5
You must log out and log back into Windows for these changes to take effect. 2. Check the WinCC Project Path WinCC is sensitive to where your project is saved.