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    How to Correct Complex By Elements Message: "Element not valid for tool"

    Product(s): OpenRoads Designer
    Version(s): 10.00.00.120+
    Area:  Geometry
    Original Author: Holly Herring, Bentley Technical Support Group

      

    Problem:

    I am attempting to use the Complex By Elements tool to create horizontal geometry. When I try to select my first element, I get the error message, "Element not valid for tool".

    Solution:

    The most likely reason for this error message is that you are trying to create complex horizontal geometry from 3D elements. Horizontal geometry should be based on 2D elements. You can use the tool, Plan By 3D Element, to create a 2D element from a 3D Drawing element.  The original 3D element will be used as the active profile for the newly created 2D element.

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    • Holly Herring Created by Bentley Colleague Holly Herring
    • When: Wed, Apr 17 2019 12:05 PM
    • Grzegorz Cwiek Last revision by Grzegorz Cwiek
    • When: Wed, Sep 29 2021 10:41 AM
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