The component code of an air duct component is marked as possibly incompatible

Problem

When creating the parts list for the e-klimaX export, the message Part type may be incompatible is displayed for an item. Component code n is assumed. to be output.

Cause

The part code does not exist in the component or component family. Based on the parameters stored in the component, the component code is assumed, but can not or not uniquely assigned.

Solution

Note: Always match the component parameters with the e-klimaX component parameters during post-processing to ensure error-free assignment!

Procedure

  1. Select the relevant component in the Parts list e-klimaX dialog and choose the Select corresponding components in project function to display the component in the model.
  2. Double-click the part to open the Family Editor.
  3. In the Revit ribbon, choose Create ➤ Properties section ➤ Family Types to open the Family Types dialog.
  4. Create a new entry with the New Parameter button at the bottom left of the dialog.
    The Parameter Properties dialog opens.
  5. In the Parameter Type area, select the Shared parameter option.
  6. Click on the Select ... button.
    The Shared Parameters dialog opens.
  7. In the Parameter group drop-down list, select the LINEAR_Ventilation entry.
  8. Select the parameter LIN_VE_EKLIMAX_PARTCODE and confirm with OK.
  9. In the Parameter Data area, select the Instance option and confirm with OK.
  10. For the newly created parameter, enter the corresponding component code in the field of the Value column to perform the mapping.
  11. Confirm the entries by clicking the Apply button. Exit the dialog by clicking OK.
  12. In the Revit ribbon, in the Family Editor area, click the Load into Project button.
  13. Revit asks whether the existing version should be overwritten. Click Overwrite the existing version and its parameter values.
  14. Call the e-klimaX export function again and check the corrected position.
Note: If you have not assigned the correct parameter, repeat the steps and, if necessary, delete the previously assigned parameter in the Family Types dialog using the Delete Parameter button.