Goods Scene Troubleshooting
iRobot Roomba current mapping models – Error 1010 — cannot make a path back to the dock
The robot cannot plan a usable route back to its dock, often because a new obstacle blocks the route.
Issue meaning
What this issue means
The robot cannot plan a usable route back to its dock, often because a new obstacle blocks the route.
Start here
First checks
Clear obstacles and narrow passages between the robot and dock, verify the dock is accessible, then retry from the dock.
Inspection
Area to inspect
Mapped route, obstacles, thresholds and dock access.
Goods Scene guidance
What to do next
If the route is physically clear but the error repeats, inspect mapping/localization performance before charging hardware.
Practical guidance is kept separate from manufacturer wording.