Correct report generation when there is more than one object type - the user expects the data to be


 Product:MicroStation
 Version:CONNECT
 Environment:N\A
 Area:Properties
 Subarea:Reports

Problem Description

When generating a report in the form of a table, the problem of correct table generation settings arises when the report components are objects of different types. Incorrect configuration results in scattering data to different rows of the table which is not expected by the user.

Steps to Resolve

1. Click "New report definition" and enter its name.

2. Then go to Properties on the right side.

3. Change the settings of "Include reference Attachments" and "Include Cell Contents" to "Yes".

4. Go to: / Objects / Selected and click on the three dots on the right.

5. A window opens: Objects

6. Select the main object: (in my case: Parametric Solid / Surface).

7. "And these released Objects:" / "Element has attached item". - Select the items of interest.

8. In the field "Selection type": select "Current Selection".

9. Double-click on the report definition and then right-click on "Columns" and "Add columns...". 

10. Select the columns that should appear in the table

11. Highlight the name of the report definition.

12. Select the parametric object in the drawing.

13. Press: "Place a table" and indicate where the table is to be placed.

The generated table will have corresponding information in the right rows.

See also

Introduction to MicroStation Connect Edition Reports

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