Configuration- "this configuration only" errors
Configuration- "this configuration only" errors
(OP)
I'm currently evaluating software packages for my company, as there has been some complaints about SolidWorks issues. Before I begin seriously looking into other software I would like to see if others in the SW community have been having the same problems as we are.
One common complaint is that whether they create a new configuration or modify an existing one the "this configuration only" check box doesn't always seem to work. There have been times when all the configs change, or just some of them do. The frustrating thing is that you never know which ones have been effected.
Thanks for in advance for your feed back!
One common complaint is that whether they create a new configuration or modify an existing one the "this configuration only" check box doesn't always seem to work. There have been times when all the configs change, or just some of them do. The frustrating thing is that you never know which ones have been effected.
Thanks for in advance for your feed back!






RE: Configuration- "this configuration only" errors
When I have many configurations that have more than a couple differences, I like to control everything with a design table. A design table is an embedded excel spreadsheet that lists all of the parameters that are variations between different configurations. Seeing everything listed at once allows you to confirm that everything is accurate.
-Dustin
Professional Engineer
Pretty good with SolidWorks
RE: Configuration- "this configuration only" errors
Do you have the same problem when a DT is used?
RE: Configuration- "this configuration only" errors
I know that they haven't been using Design Tables, however, if I can prove that there will be fewer "solidworks" errors, they may be willing to give it a try!
RE: Configuration- "this configuration only" errors
Do they work for your company, or does your company work for them?
RE: Configuration- "this configuration only" errors
RE: Configuration- "this configuration only" errors
I can see in my original post I stated "my company" however, I should have said the company I work for. I'm just the employee chosen to look into our current issues and begin to evaluate our software. I can really only make suggestions as I am in no position to enforce any guidelines.