4.2.25. MTO [DWG] (SuCri2GetReportActiveDrawing)

MTO [DWG] (SuCri2GetReportActiveDrawing)

This guide explains how to use the MTO DWG command from the SuCri plugin to export custom reports for the active drawing (DWG) in Excel format. This allows for quick data evaluation directly from the current working file.

Prerequisites

• Installed Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D or Advance Steel.
• The SuCri Plugin must be successfully installed and activated.
• An open DWG drawing containing elements to be reported.
• Sufficient write permissions for the destination folder on your file system.
• An installed version of Microsoft Excel.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start Software
   Open Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D or Advance Steel on your computer.
   Result: The software user interface loads.
2. Open DWG Drawing
   Navigate to your file via File > Open or the Project Manager. Ensure the DWG file is actively displayed in the main window.
   Result: The drawing is loaded in the workspace and ready for evaluation.
3. Run "MTO DWG" Command
   Locate the MTO DWG command in the ribbon menu under the SuCri tab, or enter SuCri2GetReportActiveDrawing directly into the command line.
   Result: A dialog window for selecting the storage location opens.
4. Select Storage Location
   Choose a directory in the Save As window. Enter a suitable name under File name (e.g., Report_Active_DWG_Date). Click Save.
   Result: The generation process starts; a progress bar may be displayed.
5. Verify Report
   Wait until the generation is complete. The file will then open automatically in Microsoft Excel.
   Result: The report lists all components of the active DWG (e.g., HEA profiles) in detail within columns.
6. (Optional) Manual Adjustment
   You can now further process the report in Excel, for example, by setting filters or manually adding specific components such as insert bands.
   Result: A final report customized to your requirements.

Important Notes

• Specific Focus: Use MTO DWG for individual drawings. For the entire project, use the MTO PRJ command instead.
• File Format: The export is performed exclusively in .xlsx format (Excel workbook) by default.
• Write Permissions: If the export fails, please check if the target folder is write-protected.
• Performance: The duration of creation depends on the complexity and number of objects in the active drawing.

Troubleshooting

• Command Not Found: Check if the SuCri Plugin is correctly loaded in the AutoCAD environment.
• Access Denied: Choose a different storage location (e.g., Desktop) to rule out permission conflicts.
• Excel Does Not Open: Check the file association in Windows or locate the .xlsx file manually in the chosen directory.
• Report is Empty: Ensure that the drawing actually contains AutoCAD Plant 3D or Advance Steel objects and not just simple CAD lines.
• Crash During Generation: Save the DWG beforehand and close unnecessary applications to free up memory.