Applies To
	Product(s):	MicroStation
	Version(s):	08.09.03.57
	Environment:	N\A
	Area:	Measure
	Subarea:	N\A
	Original Author:	Bentley Technical Support Group

Problem

Measure Area tool does not start and tool settings do not show.

Product: MicroStation V8 XM Edition
Version: 08.09.03.57
Area: Dimension/Measure, PROBLEMSOLVING

Solution

Place a fence in the view, the start the tool.

Reason:
Measure Area tool has Method set to "Fence" but no fence is placed.
When the tool was last used it was used with a fence and the Method set
to "Fence", but then the fence was clear afterwards.
The Prompt and Message Center reports message "No Fence Defined".

To correct:
1. Place a fence somewhere in the view, then start Measure Area. [The
tool should now start]
2. Switch the Method to the desired setting.
3. Use tool as needed.

Notes:
In MicroStation V8 XM edition 08.09.03.57 and previous, the Prompt does
not keep the warning visible but it is still listed in the Message
Center. Starting with MicroStation V8 XM Edition version 08.09.04.24
the Prompt area retains the warning message.