Problem

After placing Non-Associative Hatch patterns, the default level (#0)
shows to be used.

Trying to use "Match Pattern Attributes" tool on non-associative
patterns and getting an error in status bar:
"Pattern Control Element Not Found"

Product: MicroStation V8 2004 Edition
Version: 08.05.00.64
Area: Patterning

Solution

Reason:
This is working as designed. These elements are called "Pattern Control
Elements". They contain the pattern attribute data for non-associative
patterns. This allows the ability to use the "Match Pattern Attributes"
tool on non-associative patterns.

Solution:
It is possible to delete these elements by using the following key-in:
LEVEL ELEMENT DELETE DEFAULT
This will delete all the elements on the "default" level.

Notes:
-After the pattern control elements are deleted, it will not be possible
to use the "Match Pattern Attributes" tool on any existing
non-associative pattern. A error will report in status bar: "Pattern
Control Element Not Found".

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