This question is the BOM
This question is the BOM
(OP)
I create a master parts list for a machine by generating a custom BOM from my main assembly drawing and exporting it into Excel to do some further tweaking (autofilter etc.) I have been using the "Parts Only" option but have recently desired to have all of the assemblies listed as well so I can also have a drawing list from this main master list. "Indented Assemblies" doesn't work for me because I want a particular part listed only once with the total qty even if it shows up in several assemblies. Question is (finally): Is there a way to make a BOM that lists every part and assembly and displays the total qty for that main assy?
I hope this makes some sense. Drill me for clarification if necessary.
Thanks,
Matt
I hope this makes some sense. Drill me for clarification if necessary.
Thanks,
Matt






RE: This question is the BOM
This is for SW2004, but I dont believe SW2005 has changed.
Making the best use of this Forum. FAQ559-716
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RE: This question is the BOM
RE: This question is the BOM
Chris
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RE: This question is the BOM
Making the best use of this Forum. FAQ559-716
How to get answers to your SW questions. FAQ559-1091
Helpful SW websites every user should be aware of. FAQ559-520
RE: This question is the BOM
In theory, you could do it within SW using VB. But that is very complicated.
If you export your BOM to ACCESS, then you can do anything you want. You can flatten your BOM using ACCESS's aggregate function.
Alex
RE: This question is the BOM
CBL: If I used the "Top Level Only" then I wouldn't get all of the subassemblies which I want so I can have an integrated drawing list from the master list. What I am trying to accomplish is a do-all master list that, using autofilter in Excel, can generate a drawing list, purchased parts list, stock cut list, and so on. My system works fairly well except for the drawing list and cut list. Still needs some work.
RE: This question is the BOM
The BOM will not be self updating in ACCESS. But you can query your BOM anyway you want in ACCESS. In other word, you view your BOM anyway you want.
Alex