PDM Problem - can't unsupress files
PDM Problem - can't unsupress files
(OP)
Im trying to unsupress files in an assembly we have in our PDM vault.
I know the location of the part files. I know the references are pointing to the right location and the file names in the references agree with what the files are actually named. For some crazy reason though, they arent opening in the assembly though - and the assembly won't let me unsuppress them. If I cursor over them in the design tree it just reads 'unable to find component' or something like that.
Have I overlooked something here or does my computer just need a swift and mighty kick in the face?
I know the location of the part files. I know the references are pointing to the right location and the file names in the references agree with what the files are actually named. For some crazy reason though, they arent opening in the assembly though - and the assembly won't let me unsuppress them. If I cursor over them in the design tree it just reads 'unable to find component' or something like that.
Have I overlooked something here or does my computer just need a swift and mighty kick in the face?






RE: PDM Problem - can't unsupress files
Jeff Mirisola, CSWP
Design Manager/Senior Designer
M9 Defense
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RE: PDM Problem - can't unsupress files
As Jeff says, if you open the part files individually and then open the assy it will update its pointers to know where the parts are and you will have reset/fixed your assy. However, the fact this happened and you are using PDM indicates there is a problem with procedure on Check-in or with manually filing things in your vault. You'll want to flush that out and fix it (train someone on proper procedure).
- - -Updraft
RE: PDM Problem - can't unsupress files
I ended up re-inserting and mating files into my assembly (there were only a few fortunately). Im just wondering why it didnt seem to update when the references were pointing to the right location.
Anyhow, thanks anyway.
-JW