Five-axis machining centers are widely used in ultra precision machining and manufacturing due to their excellent performance of high efficiency and precision.It is extremely important to analyze the main error types and error compensation methods.This paper provides an overview of the measurement methods for errors in five-axis machining centers both domestically and internationally in recent years,as well as the research status of errors in five-axis machining centers,including the analysis and compensation of geometric errors,thermal deformation errors,and dynamic errors.It is recommended to further strengthen the basic research of comprehensive error models,enhance the output of high-quality practical application results,improve the transformation and diffusion of results,and promote the technological improvement of ultra precision parts processing and manufacturing.