Q. *** ERROR: MATERIAL FILE NOT FOUND.. message appears when importing an NTL file into AutoPIPE, wh


Applies To
Product(s):AutoPIPE
Version(s):ALL;
Area: Import
Date Logged
& Current Version
Sept. 2018
11.04.00.10

Problem:

The following is found in the MSG log file:

*** ERROR: MATERIAL FILE NOT FOUND

Why, and how to avoid?

Solution:

Be sure that the material file (xxx.LIB) specified on the PCF translator dialog screen is actually in the AutoPIPE directory folder. If not, select a material library that is in the folder.

Example:

On the PCF translator dialog screen, material library = B313-12, 

What Material libraries are available in my version of AutoPIPE?

Answer: Start AutoPIPE, open the General model options and select the drop down menu for Material library files to see available material libraries, see below:

Note: AutoPIPE 9.5.x and lower does not have ASME B31.3 2012 piping code or material LIB file. Therefore, must change PCF material library to a LIB file available in the respective version of AutoPIPE.

Again, Only select those Material libraries on the PCF translator that are available in your version of AutoPIPE. 

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See Also

Bentley AutoPIPE