8.6.3. The profiles from the XREF do not appear on the drawing
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Correcting the display of XREF profiles on drawings
In Plant 3D, it can happen that geometries from external references (XREFs) are visible in the 3D model but are missing on the drawing derived with SuCri Module 4 (M4). Find out here how to ensure that all required profiles are displayed correctly by choosing the right reference type.
Prerequisites
- The 3D model is open in Plant 3D.
- The external DWG file (e.g. steel structure or building floor plan) is available in the project directory.
Step-by-step guide
- In the 3D model, check how the XREF is currently referenced. If the profiles are missing on the drawing, this is usually due to the reference type Overlay.
- Open the XREF manager and remove the existing reference if it is configured incorrectly.
- Navigate to the Insert menu item and select the XRef function.
- In the dialog window, select the corresponding file and click Attach.
Expected result: The XREF is integrated as an integral part of the project context. - Save the 3D model.
- Restart the drawing creation via SuCri Module 4.
Expected result: The XREF geometries are now displayed consistently on the derived drawing.
Important notes
- Reference type: Always use the Attach type for all project-related data. Only then is the geometry processed when the drawing is derived.
- Overlay: The Overlay type should only be used for temporary auxiliary constructions that are explicitly not to appear on the final drawing.
- Best practice: After inserting new XREFs, perform a short test run of the drawing creation to validate the correct display immediately.
Troubleshooting
- Problem: The profiles are not visible despite the "Attach" type.
Solution: Check the layer settings within the XREF file as well as the visibility settings in Module 4. Make sure that the layers are not set to "Frozen" or "Off".
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