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Problem Statement: How do I re-allocate one Code of Account to another? For Example, I would like to re-allocate an Instrumentation Code of Account (621 - Control Center Panels) to an Electrical Code of Account (721 - Conduit). How do I do this so that it is set for the entire project? | Solution: Under the Project Basis Tab, right click Codes of Accounts, and choose SELECT. You have to select which set of Codes of Accounts you wish to use for the project. You should select ICARUS for the default ICARUS Code of Accounts.
Then, right click Codes of Accounts, and select EDIT. A dialog box will appear asking you to select either Definitions or Allocations. Choose Allocations.
Then, the entire Code of Account list will appear on screen. Scroll down to find COA 621 and for material input 721 and for labor input 721 as well.
Now, when you review your output reports, Code of Account 621 will be reallocated to Code of Account 721..
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References: None |
Problem Statement: This Knowledge Base article addresses the Error 1603 message that may be encountered during the installation of Economic Evaluation on any platform when using virtual folder(s). | Solution: In order to avoid the Error 1603 message, please follow these simple steps:
1. Make an image of the aspenONE Engineering DVD1 32-bit on drive X:\Aspen.
2. After making the image, browse to Economic EvaluationV7.3.1.msi folder:
X:\Aspen\aspenONEV7.3dvd1\aes731\aspenonev7.3dvd1\Economic Evaluation V7.3.1
3. Locate Economic EvaluationV7.3.1.msi file in this folder and make a copy of the msi file
4. Download the ZIP file attached to this article, called ReplaceDll.zip
5. Open ReplaceDll.zip file and copy the following four files to Economic Evaluation V7.3.1 folder
IcarusMSIActions.dll
Replace.bat
ReplaceDll.vbs
WiStream.vbs
6. Close ReplaceDll.zip file
7. Double click on ReplaceDll.vbs inside the Economic Evaluation V7.3.1 folder
8. You are done. To make sure the patch is applied, check ?Date Modified? for Economic EvaluationV7.3.1.msi file. It should display the date you applied the patch.
9. To start installing Economic Evaluation V7.3.1, browse to X:\Aspen and right-click on Setup.exe and select ?Run as Administrator?
How to apply the patch to other V7.X versions of Economic Evaluation?
After making an image of AspenONE Engineering DVD, brows to Economic EvaluationV7.x folder and rename Economic EvaluationV7.x.msi file to Economic EvaluationV7.3.1.msi. Then copy the four files to Economic EvaluationV7.x folder and double click on ReplaceDll.vbs. After patch installation is complete rename Economic EvaluationV7.3.1.msi file to the original name.
Keywords: 1603
Error 1603
Virtual folder
Symbolic folder
Economic Evaluation
References: None |
Problem Statement: What does the error message BOP OPTION SET TO ES. USER HAS NOT SPECIFIED ESD CTRL CNTR mean? | Solution: In one of your control loops, you have chosen an ES (Emergency Shutdown Relay). The ES needs a Secondary Control Center type of ESD to run the relay to. You need to add a new ESD Control Center to your project, and connect the area to it as a secondary Control Center.
Keywords: ES, ESD, Control Center, Secondary
References: None |
Problem Statement: When I evaluate my project I get the error:
ERROR> 'W1 - 3' CONFLICTING ENTRIES FOR ALL CRAFTS
FATAL> 'W1 - 3' WORKFORCE DATA ERRORS PREVENT PREPARATION OF PROJ ESTIMATE
Values entered in Construction Workforce / Wage Rates causes this error.
The issue here is that you can either enter the Wage rate percent of base and the Productivity percent of base under ALL CRAFTS PERCENT OF BASE *OR* enter the Wage rate all crafts and Productivity all crafts under ALL CRAFTS FIXED RATES. | Solution: You cannot enter one wage rate / productivity value under one heading and another value under the other heading.
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References: None |
Problem Statement: After installing Economic Evaluation V8.0, I now get an unhandled exception error message when I start Economic Evaluation V7.3.2:
Unhandled exception has occurred in a component in your application. If you click Continue, the application will ignore the error and attempt to continue. Object reference not set to an instance of an object. | Solution: This is a problem with the V7.3.2 Start Page.A The workaround is to turn the Start Page off in Economic Evaluation V7.3.2.A To do this open Economic Evaluation V7.3.2A (ignore the error message) and go to:
Tools | Options | Preferences (Start Page)
and un-check the box. If you close Economic Evaluation V7.3.2, and open it again, you will no longer see the error message.
Keywords: Unhandled exception, error, Microsoft, .NET, Microsoft .NET
References: None |
Problem Statement: Are we able to save the standard basis files in a user-specified location instead of the default location (Std_Basis_IPE/IPM etc)?
We have a network based system and it would be very helpful if users could save the standard basis files on the network so that other engineers can also use them. | Solution: Yes it is possible to customize the system so as to save files in locations different from the default folder locations. To do this, one must invoke the Tools>Options>Preferences interface.
In the Preference interface, select the Locations tab and modify the location specification for any of the specification files. (In the case of the Standard basis file, you need to select StandardBasisRefDir and modify the folder location). After each change make sure to save your changes using Apply.
Also, if you are using more than one ICARUS tool, remember to repeat the above steps for other systems (Kbase, IPM etc).
Special Notes for modifying Library locations:
Say, for instance you want to change the Standard Basis location to D:\CoABC\myStd_Basis_IPE. Before performing the steps mentioned above, you need to copy the system defaults (library folder structure) to the D:\CoABC\myStd_Basis_IPE folder.
Other Location Specifications
Specify the location of various specification files and data. Click an item in the list to display its description and location. Click the Browse button to select a new location. Note that in some cases the description warns against changing the location.
This is explained in detail From the ICARUS User Guide Documentation (Chapter 2 page 23 Getting Started>>Preferences>Locations).....also refer to page 2-29 for more information.
Please also see attached WORD document for Screen shots to assist with this procedure.
Keywords: standard basis
library
locations
preferences
locations
References: None |
Problem Statement: If WinRace is no longer offered by Aspen Technology, why is there an option for it under Unit Costs? | Solution: Aspen Technology no longer offers WinRace, but if you have WinRace 2004 it can be used by Aspen Capital Cost Estimator. After installing it, go to Tools | Options | Preferences | Unit Costs and use it via the Mapper button:
Keywords: None
References: None |
Problem Statement: Where is the reference guide for the API interface located on my harddrive? | Solution: This document is now installed on your hard disk in the location
C:\Program Files\AspenTech\Economic Evaluation V7.2\Program\Docs
Look for the document AspenIcarusTechAPIV7_2-Ref.pdf
Keywords:
References: None |
Problem Statement: Learning to manipulate and use the Code of Account Manager in the Aspen Icarus software can be difficult and time consuming, but with a little planning and careful understanding of how the Code of Account Manager works, this tool can allow a user to customize the Icarus Codes of account definitions and allocations to anything they so desire. | Solution: Part 1: Opening the default Code of Account file (DEFAULT.COA).
1. The first thing to do is to select the Code of Account file you want to use. In the project basis, right click on 'Codes of Accounts' and choose 'Select'. Choose the COA file you wish to work with.
2. Once that file is selected, then you can Edit it. Right click again on 'Codes of Accounts' in the Project Basis, and choose 'Edit'. This will open the Codes of Accounts dialog box where you can modify the Definitions, Allocations and Reporting.
Part 2: Understanding the Code of Account file (*.COA)
A. The A1 DEFINITION CARDS
The first thing to understand with this file is how the A1 cards (the DEFINITON cards) work in conjunction with the A2 cards (the ALLOCATION cards).
The A1 cards define the codes of account in the software. Each definition is specified to a certain code of account number, then tagged to a TYPE of Code of Account, and then given a description of that defined item.
A1 DEFIN 105 EQ MISC. ITEM ALLOWANCE
The A1 DEFIN describes that this is a definition for a particular code of account The number indicated is the specified Code of Account.
The EQ describes the TYPE of Code of Account. (It can be EQuipment, Piping, Civil, INsulation, PainT, etc.) In the case above, the Code of Account # 105 is DEFINED as an EQUIPMENT Code of Account.
These A1 cards can all be changed by the user very easily. However, it is important to note that whatever you decide to TYPE a certain code of account, that this definition, can only be used to allocate to OTHER CODES OF ACCOUNT WITH THE SAME TYPE. For example, if you specify that you wish the A1 definition for the Code of Account 105 to be CIVIL instead of EQUIPMENT, you , the user, must remember that once this code of account is tagged as a CIVIL item, that this DEFINITION cannot be allocated to any other type of Account (such as Piping, Equipment, etc).
B. The A2 ALLOCATION CARDS
The A2 cards define the ALLOCATION of the RANGES of the DEFINED code of accounts in the A1 cards. The ranges for the numbers are important here, as no numbers can be skipped in the list.
For example (this is only an excerpt):
A2 ALLOC 82 84 82
A2 ALLOC 85 85
A2 ALLOC 86 89 86
A2 ALLOC 90 90
A2 ALLOC 91 96 91
All the ranges here are accounted for (the first 2 columns refer to the range of COAs, the 3rd column refers to the COA that the 2 previous ones (or range) will be allocated to. The range goes from 82-84, then 85 stays the same, then 86-89 gets allocated to COA 86, then 90 stays the same, and 91-96 gets allocated to COA 91.
However, ALL Code of Accounts from 1-999 MUST be allocated in some way, shape or form. There cannot be any left out.
C. Tips on Creating the new COA file
1. Print out the default list and hand-mark all changes or additions that wish to be made. Double-check to make sure that ALL COAs are ALLOCATED for (in the A2 cards) and that any allocation to a NEW DEFINED COA, that the DEFINITON exists in the A1 DEFIN section of the A1 cards.
2. Make all changes to the newly created COA file from earlier.
D. Testing your new COA file
1. Create a new project.
2. Do not put in any components.
3. Under the Project BASIS tab, right-click on the Codes of Account option and choose : SELECT.
4. Select your new COA file, and click the OK button. (Wait a few seconds for the file to copy data).
5. SAVE your project.
6. Run an ESTIMATE.
There will be no errors if the new COA file was created incorrectly.
If you do encounter problems with the COA file, please refer toSolution Document number 108652 for further assistance.
Keywords: COA, codes of account, allocation, definition
References: None |
Problem Statement: I have imported my Aspen Process Economic Analyzer file into Aspen Capital Cost Estimator (ACCE), but when I try to change the Contingencies and Freight, it is not changed. What do I need to do to change the Contingency and/or Freight? | Solution: You are probably adjusting it in ?Project Basis View | Contingency and Misc. Project Costs.? That is the correct place, UNLESS it has been specified in the contractors form. Then the contractor specifications will override (for that contractor) the overall values for that specific contractor. Aspen Capital Cost Estimator allows for multiple contractors, though when it imports from Aspen Process Economic Analyzer (APEA) then it brings in one contractor. But the contingency and freight are set in that form. You can see this and make the appropriate changes by going to:
Project Basis View | Contractor name (edit)
You will need to do a right mouse button the contractor name to see the edit field. You should see your contingencies, though they are spread out between Engineering, Material, and Construction. And towards the bottom you will see Freight.
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References: None |
Problem Statement: Getting a draft.exe error message when trying to attach a P&ID Unable to run the P&ID editor. | Solution: Sometimes your operating system may not register all the necessary DLL and OCX files.
Here are the steps to register the necessary DLL and OCX files on your PC so that the P&ID editor will run correctly:
1. Dlls in the \Program Files\AspenTech\RadPFS 12.2\bin folder:
AESXML2Aosa.dll
aesxmldom_12_1.dll
pfsctrl-dom.ocx
pfsicon-rad.ocx
pfsportmenu.ocx
pfssymbols.ocx
radicon.dll
radmacro.dll
radpfs122.dll
radpfsRO122.dll
radpfsWrap122.dll
In a command prompt, change directories to \Program Files\AspenTech\RadPFS 12.2\bin. Then copy and paste this into the command prompt window and hit the enter button:
regsvr32 AESXML2Aosa.dll aesxmldom_12_1.dll pfsctrl-dom.ocx pfsicon-rad.ocx pfsportmenu.ocx pfssymbols.ocx radicon.dll radmacro.dll radpfs122.dll radpfsRO122.dll radpfsWrap122.dll
2. Dlls in the c:\Program Files\Common Files\AspenTech Shared\Rad2d\bin folder:
AddInMgr.dll
jEditDlg.dll
jEditSym.dll
Mdlnstrg.ocx
ModBag.ocx
ModDep.ocx
pvdt80.ocx
RADRedir.dll
In a command prompt, change directories to c:\Program Files\Common Files\AspenTech Shared\Rad2d\bin. Then copy and paste this into the command prompt window and hit the enter button:
regsvr32 AddInMgr.dll jEditDlg.dll jEditSym.dll Mdlnstrg.ocx ModBag.ocx ModDep.ocx pvdt80.ocx RADRedir.dll
3. Dlls in the x:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 12.2.2003\Program\Sys (where you have 12.2.2003 installed).
icPID.dll
In a command prompt, change directories to x:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 12.2.2003\Program\Sys. Then copy and paste this into the command prompt window and hit the enter button:
regsvr32 icPID.dll
After you register these files, and to test to make sure that the P&ID editor is installed correctly, please open Windows Explorer to:
\Program Files\AspenTech\RadPFS 12.2\bin and double-click on radpfs122.exe.
You should not receive any error messages.
What to do if you still receive error messages with the P&ID editor after manually registering the DLL files above
If the test does not work, on running the radpfs122.exe, then please do the following:
1. Download the attached ZIP file called Aspen Icarus PID 122.zip, and UNZIP it to your c:\temp folder.
2. Place the AspenDiagnostics.exe file in C:\Program Files\Common Files\AspenTech Shared\Diagnostics. You may have to create the Diagnostics folder under the C:\Program Files\Common Files\AspenTech Shared path.
3. Create a new folder under the Diagnostics folder called Install Info.
4. Place the Aspen ICARUS 122.xml file into the C:\Program Files\Common Files\AspenTech Shared\Diagnostics\Install Info folder.
5. Go back to the C:\Program Files\Common Files\AspenTech Shared\Diagnostics folder, and double-click on the AspenDiagnostics.exe file. This will run the Aspen Diagnostics program. The output will be in an HTM format.
6. Send us ALL the AspenDiagnostics*.* files from your C:\Documents and Settings\LOGIN NAME\Local Settings\Temp folder. These files will allow us to see what your system has installed. There should be 6 files created here that you need to send to us:
AspenDiagnostics.1.11.Body.xsl
AspenDiagnostics.1.11.htm
AspenDiagnostics.1.11.Menu.xsl
AspenDiagnostics.1.11.Message.xsl
AspenDiagnostics.1.11.System_Summary.xsl
The other AspenDiagnostics file looks like this: AspenDiagnostics Computer Name 2003-12-17T09-58-54.xml. Make sure that you send us this one with the .XML extension, as this is one of the most important files to send along with the other 5 files listed above.
Also, please download these programs for other troubleshooting:
Regmon:
http://www.sysinternals.com/ntw2k/source/regmon.shtml
This program is a ZIP file, which you need to extract into c:\Regmon. (Please manually create the Regmon folder on your C:\drive).
Filemon:
http://www.sysinternals.com/ntw2k/source/filemon.shtml
This program is a ZIP file, which you need to extract into c:\Filemon. (Please manually create the Filemon folder on your C:\drive).
Depends:
http://www.dependencywalker.com/
This program is a ZIP file, which you need to extract into c:\Depends. (Please manually create the Depends folder on your C:\drive).
PART I
STEP 1:
1. Double-click on the regmon.exe file in c:\regmon.
2. Click on File | Capture Events (this turns off the check mark).
3. Click on Edit | Clear Display.
4. Click on Options | Always on Top.
5. Shrink the Registry Monitor application so that it is VERY small, but still showing on your window. Make it no larger than the size of a matchbook.
STEP 2:
1. Open Kbase.
2. Open the Sample Project called GAS PLANT.
3. Open up Item Ref #2 - Absorber Tower.
STEP 3:
1. In the Registry Monitor application, go to FILE.
2. Click on File | Capture Events (this turns the capture events back on).
STEP 4:
1. Immediately, without clicking on ANYTHING else, click the P&ID button on the Absorber Tower.
2. Let this run until your error message comes up, and then after the error message comes up, wait another 2 minutes.
3. After the 2 minutes are up, Click on File | Capture Events (this turns off the Capture Events).
STEP 5:
1. Click on FILE - SAVE AS. Give the LOG file a name.
2. E-mail the LOG file to [email protected].
PART II
STEP 1:
1. Double-click on the depends.exe file in c:\depends.
2. Click on File | OPEN.
3. Browse to the location of \Program Files\AspenTech\RADPFS 12.2\bin, and OPEN the file called radpfs122.exe.
STEP 2:
1. Click on Profile - Start Profiling.
2. Put a check mark next to Use full paths when logging file names. Click the OK button to exit out of the Profiling menu.
3. Let this continue to run until the Radpfs program comes up or when you get an error message.
STEP 3:
1. Click on FILE - SAVE AS. Give the file a name.
2. Send me the .dwi file.
3. Then, click your mouse pointer on the very bottom of the Dependency Walker screen (where all the lines of text is listed). Hit Ctrl-A on your keyboard, so that it highlights all the text.
4. Right-click this highlighted text and select COPY TEXT.
5. PASTE this text into NOTEPAD. Save the text file.
6. E-mail the TEXT file to [email protected].
PART III
STEP 1:
1. Double-click on the filemon.exe file in c:\filemon.
2. Click on File | Capture Events (this turns off the check mark).
3. Click on Edit | Clear Display.
4. Click on Options | Always on Top.
5. Shrink the Registry Monitor application so that it is VERY small, but still showing on your window. Make it no larger than the size of a matchbook.
STEP 2:
1. Open Kbase.
2. Open the Sample Project called GAS PLANT.
3. Open up Item Ref #2 - Absorber Tower.
STEP 3:
1. In the Registry Monitor application, go to FILE.
2. Click on File | Capture Events (this turns the capture events back on).
STEP 4:
1. Immediately, without clicking on ANYTHING else, click the P&ID button on the Absorber Tower.
2. Let this run until your error message comes up, and then after the error message comes up, wait another 2 minutes.
3. After the 2 minutes are up, Click on File | Capture Events (this turns off the Capture Events).
STEP 5:
1. Click on FILE - SAVE AS. Give the LOG file a name.
2. E-mail the LOG file to [email protected].
Keywords: P&ID
draft.exe
register
DLL
DLLs
PID
regsvr32
diagnostics
References: None |
Problem Statement: I get a Fortran run-time error while estimating a Kbase Pipeline project. What is causing this and how do I fix it? | Solution: A Fortran run-time error will occur in a Kbase Pipeline project if there is no pipeline segment component entered in the Pipeline Area.
A Fortran run-time error may also occur if you have entered any items in the Project Basis Tab that has a next to it.
You can tell if you have a Pipeline Project. You can see this under the General Project Data in the Basis tab. In the BASIS tab, at the very top of the list you will see:
Project Basis (** not for Pipeline projects).
This means that the you CANNOT use ANYT items under the Project Basis Tab that has a next to it:
CONTRACTS (CONTRACTORS and SCOPE),
drawing types,
drawing count,
Indirects (Proratables), and
anything under the Project Execution Schedule Settings.
How to fix your project:
SECTION 1
Check to see if you have entered in any data in to the Project Basis Tab that has a next to it.
REMOVE all this extra data if it is entered.
SECTION 2
Check your Pipeline Area.
Make sure that you have a pipeline segment entered under this area. You can't have a pipeline area with no pipeline segment.
To add a pipeline segment to the Pipeline area:
Go to Plant bulks - Piping - Above grade or buried pipe line segment. (The Above grade or buried pipe line segment is the last selection in the list.)
In the Pipeline segment input specs form, fill out all the RED fields. NOTE: KEEP NOTE OF THE PIPELINE SEGMENT LENGTH (FEET or METERS) that is entered for the length of the segment. This will be VERY important later on.
Then, there are 2 other sections with green boxes that must be filled in.
Each section (TERRAIN DESCRIPTION and SOIL DESCRIPTION) must be filled out. Each section MUST total 100 percent for all the fields in each section.
So, the total must equal 100% for the TERRAIN DESCRIPTION section green boxes, and the total must equal 100% for the SOIL DESCRIPTION section green boxes.
After this pipeline segment input spec form is filled out completely, save the pipeline segment form and then exit out of the pipeline segment form.
Then, the you MUST modify the Pipeline Area.
Right-click on the Pipeline Area and select MODIFY.
The TOTAL PIPELINE LENGTH MUST EQUAL THE PIPELINE LENGTHS OF ALL PIPELINE SEGMENTS IN THE PIPELINE AREA. This is why its important that the user jot down each pipeline segment length to add up later. This total length of all the pipeline segments in the Pipeline Area is to be put in the TOTAL PIPELINE LENGTH field when you MODIFY the Pipeline Area.
Make all these changes in your project and then run the estimate. The estimate will then run OK.
If you still experience problems with running your project, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and include your project in the e-mail and a Customer Support Representative will fix the problem.
Keywords: pipeline
pipeline segment
pipeline area
Kbase
KBASE
12.1
12.2
Fortran
run-time
run time
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Problem Statement: When I try to add in a steel structure through the plant bulks and link the components I want to hang in that structure by referencing the tag id I get the following message.
ERROR> 'QCD- 53' STRUCTURE REFERRED TO, BY TAG SS-1 DOES NOT EXIST
What is this error occurring, I followed | Solution: #119211 exactly and still get this error?Solution
The reason that this error is occurring is usually because the structure and the components that are referencing each other are located in different areas.
Components that wish to be hung in a structure, must also be located in the same area as the structure. This is not a problem with IPM and IPE, since those products only have 1 area.
The way to fix this error is to put the component that will be hung in the structure in the same area as the structure itself.
Keywords: ERROR, hung, structure, bulk, tag, QCD, exist
References: None |
Problem Statement: Are there sample IPA Report runs and Icarus Project Cost Summary reports for comparison? | Solution: The attached Excel report shows a sample IPA Report run and Icarus? Project Cost Summary report for comparison.
Points to note for the IPA Detail Cost
1. The extra column 'Icarus Code of Account' (which will not appear in a regular run of the IPA report) on the 'IPA Detail Cost' sheet lists specific Icarus Codes of Account that are distributed for each IPA Cost Item.
2. All costs go under Contractor Costs by default.
3. There are certain Icarus COAs that may be distributed under more than one IPA Cost Item and have been put on the side under 'Other Costs' (the right most column) and explained in the footnotes.
The user can decide where to place these costs after the report has been generated.
4. The Icarus COAs are listed in a separate sheet for easy reference (will not appear in a regular run of the IPA report).
5. The detail costs are rolled up into the 'IPA PES Sumry & Cost Check' report.
Keywords: IPA, report
References: None |
Problem Statement: How can I see what items make up Key Quantities totals? | Solution: There is a Key Quantities report which gives the details (items) that make up the Key Quantities Totals. To view this report, Evaluate your project, then visit:
Standard Reports | Full import | Other Reports | Component Listings (Key Quantities)
Keywords: Key Quantities, Standard Reports
References: None |
Problem Statement: After following the | Solution: document on the support web site that fixes the problem with the Equipment Components from the Components Tab palette window not being displayed (http://support.aspentech.com/webteamcgi/SolutionDisplay_view.cgi?key=117821), I get a message stating that registering the equip.ocx failed:
Why am I unable to manually register this file?
Solution
The problem stems from incorrect permissions to the registry. It is required to have Administrator permissions (full control) to the registry.
The registry key that is accessed is called HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\EquipOCX_15_0.CEquipCtrl.1\(Default).
In order to change the permissions on this registry key, your domain login (DOMAIN\username), must be part of the local PC's Administrator group.
To change the permissions on the HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\EquipOCX_15_0.CEquipCtrl.1\ registry key:
1. Go to START - RUN, then type in regedt32 and click OK.
2. Change to key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\EquipOCX_15_0.CEquipCtrl.1
3. Highlight the EquipOCX_15_0.CEquipCtrl.1 key, right click on it, and then select 'Permissions'.
4. If your domain login (DOMAIN\username), is not listed for this key, add it.
Then, you will be able to manually register the equip.ocx file using theSolution document http://support.aspentech.com/webteamcgi/SolutionDisplay_view.cgi?key=117821.
Keywords: equip.ocx, components, palette, equipment, components tab, register, 0x80040201
References: None |
Problem Statement: When MPE (Manpower Productivity Expert) asks if safety equipment is worn, does it mean safety helmet and boots, or something else? | Solution: MPE is asking this question to determine if there is something that would affect the productivity at this site. Safety helmet and boots are considered standard at most facilities and do not affect the productivity. MPE is looking to see if things like a safety suit or something else is worn that would cause a decrease in productivity.
Keywords:
References: None |
Problem Statement: What are the API slotnames for control valve cost and total sensor cost? | Solution: The slot names are as follows:
CpControlValveCost : Control valve cost
CpControlValveCostCV2 : Control valve cost [2]
CpTotalSensorCost : Total sensor cost
Keywords: slot, slotnames, slot name, API
References: None |
Problem Statement: How do I merge areas in a project? | Solution: User can merge areas from separate projects into a ?target? project. The project from which the areas will be merged and the ?target? project must have identical basis. To merge areas into a project:
1. Open a project into which you want to merge areas from other projects. This project is the 'target' project.
2. On the main menu, click Run | Merge | Merge Areas.
3. On the Select Projects to Merge dialog box, select a project to from which to merge areas into the 'target' project.
4. In the source project select the area(s) to merge.
5. Click OK. The areas from the source project are merged into your 'target' project.
Notes:
1. If the two projects' basis are not identical, you receive a warning message specifying which basis is not identical, and the merge is aborted.
2. None of the project basis data is copied and any links to project basis definition are disconnected.
3. All target project links are preserved.
4. All source project links are un-linked.
5. Source project RG/Areas are added at the end of the project.
Keywords: Merge areas
References: None |
Problem Statement: I get an error message when I try to run the Custom Model in ICARUS: Error in Initializing API. | Solution: If you tend to switch back and forth between versions of ICARUS and use the Custom Model tool, the registered DLL for the API may become confused. This is because there is no versioning of the DLL file for the API for different versions of ICARUS.
All you need to do, is manually re-register the ICAPICOM.dll file in the \Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus x.x\Program\Sys folder to register the correct DLL.
How to register the ICAPICOM.dll file:
Open a DOS command prompt (START - RUN, then type in cmd and click OK).
Change directories to the appropriate Aspen ICARUS version (eg. \Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus x.x\Program\Sys).
type in regsvr32 ICAPICOM.dll and hit ENTER.
You will receive a message that the ICAPICOM.dll has been successully registered.
If you switch back and forth between different versions of ICARUS, you will need to manually re-register this DLL file for the API to work with its corresponding Aspen ICARUS version.
Keywords: API
Custom Model
References: None |
Problem Statement: What is the basis for the civil wind velocity specification, fastest mile/kilometer per hour or 3-second gust? | Solution: The wind velocity corresponds to the basic wind speed, which is the 3-second gust speed at 33 feet (10m) above ground. Aspen Icarus products calculate the wind load profile along the height based on the ASCE Standard: Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures.
By default, the system uses a wind velocity of 100 miles per hour (160 kilometers per hour) at 33 feet (10 m). This results in a wind load (velocity pressure qz) of 30 psf.
qz = 0.00256 Kz Kzt V V I (lb/sq ft)
Exposure C; Kz=1.0 at 33'; Kzt=1.0; Importance factor of 1.15 For V = 100 MPH
qz=0.00256*1.0*1.0*100*100*1.15 = 29.5 PSF at 33' and this is the default (30 PSF)
See knowledge base document 113164 for additional information on civil wind specifications.
Keywords: wind
velocity
speed
gust
three-second
References: None |
Problem Statement: No matter what's the name of the indexing file I used, why does the scan message always give INFO > 'M1 - 1' SYSTEM USING FOLLOWING CUSTOMER FILE FOR INDEXING: INDEXING.DAT? | Solution: The reason for this scan message is that the selected external file is copied to the cache directory with a standard name that the engine recognizes. For indexing file, the standard name is INDEXING.DAT.
Keywords: External file, indexing
References: None |
Problem Statement: How do I get Construction Management Supervision (Indirect Code of Account 82) to show up in my output reports? It seems to be different between Aspen Kbase and Aspen Icarus Project Manager (IPM). | Solution: Background information on Construction Management Supervision (Indirect Code of Account 82)
If there is no line item in the output report for Code of Account 82 (COA 82), it means that there was no cost calculated for this Construction Management Supervision in the project.
If your project has multiple contractors (Aspen Kbase only):
a. Check your contractor profiles and make sure that you have assigned the Const. Mgmt (Home) work to a contractor.
b. Check every contractor's Indirects and Engineering Cost Breakdown report (this section is available also in the .ccp report) to see if one of them has the COA 82 costs.
To specify Construction Management Supervision in Aspen Kbase (Indirect COA 82)
1. In your Project Basis, open Contracts - Scope:
a. Edit your conset, and go into Engineering.
b. Make sure that you actually select a contractor number for construction management. The Aspen Icarus software does not automatically default to the main contractor. With no specification, no construction management is calculated. The same holds true for Engineering Management. Once you do this, you will see the line item appear in the INDIRECTS AND ENGINEERING COST BREAKDOWN report in the .ccp report, and in the Excel report called Capital Cost Reports - Total Project - Project Summaries - Account Basis.
To specify Construction Management Supervision in Kbase (Indirect COA 82) in Aspen Icarus Project Manager (IPM)
The only way to specify Construction Management Supervision in IPM is to add a unit cost library item, and use COA 82 so that it will report in the Indirects report.
Keywords: Construction Management Supervision, construction, management, supervision
References: None |
Problem Statement: Can a vertical cylindrical process furnace handle a mixture of gas and liquid fluid? | Solution: Vertical cylindrical process furnace can handle either gas or liquid process fluid, as shown in the field of ?Process type? in the screenshot below. For gas process fluid, the default flowrate is CFM in IP unit. For liquid process fluid, enter liquid flow in GPM in place of gas flow in the input form below.
Keywords: Vertical cylindrical process furnace
References: None |
Problem Statement: How do I change the default craft names? | Solution: Aspen Capital Cost Estimator allows users modify the default craft names. The default craft names and codes are documented in Chapter 30 of Icarus
Keywords: Craft name
References: manual. To modify craft names:
? Double click on Craft Names form to display it in the main window (Project Basis View | Basis for Capital Costs | Construction Workforce | Craft Names).
? In the ?Craft code? field, enter the craft code of the craft you are re-naming.
In the ?Craft name? field, enter the craft's new name.
Click OK to save the modifications and close the form. |
Problem Statement: How to change construction management cost? | Solution: Open Capital Cost Estimator and in Project basis tab under Contracts, select scope, right click it and select edit option as shown in screenshot below.
On right hand side window, right click on conset and select edit option and change the installation to appropriate contractor as shown in screenshot below.
Close the Scope. Right click on Contractors under contract option as shown in screenshot below.
Open that particular contractor and adjust the lump sum amount as shown in screenshot.
Keywords:
References: None |
Problem Statement: What is the best way to model a finned tube exchanger that has a high number of tubes (54 tubes, 2 passes)?
Is there any way to designate finned tubes?
I see only the finned double pipe heat exchanger when I look for finned tubes, but that model only allows for 1 or 7 tubes. | Solution: At the moment, there is not a way to put a finned tube into a Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger.
The only Heat Exchanger models with finned tubes are the Air Cooled Exchangers and the Double Pipe Heat Exchanger.
The Air Cooler has a variety of plenum chambers, louver arrangements, fin types (or bare tubes), sizes, materials, freestanding or rack- mounted, multiple bays and multiple services within a single bay. This model allows you to specify up to 20 tubes. And we allow up to 3 passes.
The Double Pipe Heat Exchanger is a Longitudinal finned double-pipe heat exchanger, with hairpin sections which are connected in series or parallel. The Number of fins range is from 12 to 48, with the default being 24 fins. The number of tubes per shell is either 1 tube per shell or 7 tubes per shell, with the default being 1 tube per shell.
If neither of these options get close enough to what is required, one can always use the regular Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger, and then use the materials and manhours adjustments / additions to adjust for the finned tubing.
Keywords: finned, tube, heat exchange, tubes, passes, pass
References: None |
Problem Statement: I cannot open projects saved on the hard drive. When I open it, window stays blank and nothing appears. Why? | Solution: If you encounter such scenario, the most probable reason is that the project directory specified under Tools|Options|Preference|Location is specified as one level above the project folders. e.g. If all the projects are under C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\AspenTech\2010\Sampleprojects and you have specified the location under Tools|Options|Preference|Location as C:\Documents and Settings\AllUsers\Documents\AspenTech\2010 assuming sample projects directory is under 2010 folder.Now, when you will try to open the project, it will not give you any warning but window will stay blank.
To resolve this issue, specify the project directory as the location of folder that has projects immediately under it. In above case it should be C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\AspenTech\2010\Sampleprojects
Keywords: None
References: None |
Problem Statement: What percent of Direct Field Labor (DFL) does Aspen Capital Cost Estimator use for Fringe Benefits? | Solution: Fringe Benefits can either be entered as a fixed number or as a percentage of DFL. If neither is entered, the default values are (according to country):
US 21%
UK 20%
EU 20%
JP 21%
ME 40%
Fringe Benefits costs or percentages can be entered under:
Project Basis View | Contracts | Contractors | (contractor name) | Fringe Benefits cost
or
Project Basis View | Contracts | Contractors | (contractor name) | Fringe Benefits percent DFL (Direct Field Labor).
Keywords: Fringe Benefits, indirects, contracts, contractors, contract, direct field labor, DFL
References: None |
Problem Statement: I have an existing project, with a custom code of account file attached. When I right-click on the 'Codes of Account' section in the project basis, and select 'Export to Library', I receive an error message instead of the dialog box to export my file. | Solution: This problem usually occurs when the default Code of Account directory location is changed to a network drive location.
There are 2 important files that must be present in the Code of Account directory in order for the export function to work properly.
The problem occurs when the COA directory was created on the network drive and the default COA folder from the original installation (the hard disk drive drive) was not copied over to the new COA folder on the network.
There are TWO VERY important files that MUST be included in the COA directory in order for the EXPORT to work. These files are:
the COA.OBI AND
DEFAULT.COA.
If you copy these 2 files from your local COA folder to your network COA directory location, then the export will work properly.
To find your local COA folder for v2006.0 and earlier:
The default local COA folder location is at 'c:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus xx.x\Data\COA'.
To find your local COA folder for v2006.5 and later:
The default local COA folder location is at 'C:\Documents and Settings\[user_login]\Local Settings\Application Data\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006.5\Projects.
We recommend to our users to COPY the default installed folders to a network drive first if they wish to share folders with other users, so that they don't miss import files that must be present in order for the software to work correctly.
Keywords: library, specification, export, code of account, coa, retrieve, error, specification
References: None |
Problem Statement: I am getting an error message when I try to run any of the Interactive Reports for my Project.
server has not yet been opened. | Solution: document 123775 for version 2006.5 and up)
Keywords: Interactive
reports
crystal
reporter
References: None |
Problem Statement: If Pipe is being fabricated in a remote shop, how is painting handled? How is this shown in the reports? | Solution: Painting is calculated based on area. We calculate a material cost component. Then we take the labor hours, apply our internal subcontract wage rate($/hr) and get the labor cost component.
Then we report them together as a material cost just like all other subcontract costs generated in the system. For remote shop painting, costs appear in COAs 313 and 314 (rolled into the pipe material cost).
Keywords: pipe paint
remote shop
References: None |
Problem Statement: Aspen Icarus Project Manager crashes during startup or saved projects are not found after exiting from IPM | Solution: This occurs when customer attempts to save projects on disk or server areas for which he/she does not have write permission. Customer has to make sure that the folder in which he/she is trying to save work is not protected so he/she can create working files or save projects.
Keywords: Crash
Kbase
References: None |
Problem Statement: After installing Aspen ICARUS Project Manager, how do you know if the product actually works? How is one to know if the installation actually completed correctly and the product functions as it should?
Below are some of the basic tests to test the Aspen ICARUS Project Manager for a correct installation. | Solution: Here are some things to look at in IPM as a test for correct installation:
Start the Aspen ICARUS Project Manager software from the START | PROGRAMS | ASPENTECH directory.
Open the sample project called REFIT.
Next, we want to add in test component. To do this, right click on the MAIN AREA on the LEFT MOST windows pane and select: ADD PROJECT COMPONENT. Type in a name for the component, let's choose PUMP.
Then, double-click on Process Equipment, then double-click on PUMPS, then double-click on Pump-Centrifugal, then double-click on Standard ANSI single stage pump.
Fill in the red box called FLOWRATE with 1000 GPM. Then click the APPLY button on the top of the form.
Next, from the top of the form, select the EVALUATE button. This process will evaluate only the pump and produce an HTML format report of that one item. To close out of this report, click the lower of the 2 X's in the upper right hand corner of the IPE software application window.
To save the spec form for the pump, select the OK button at the top of the spec form.
Next, we want to evaluate the entire project.
Click on RUN | Evaluate Project.
Click the CONTINUE button when the scan messages come up. This is OK.
Then, the Aspen ICARUS Reporter will appear on screen (behind it is the capital cost window, just close it by clicking the X).
Select a report to run from the standard reports, such as the Capital Cost reports | Project Summaries | Account Basis, then click the RUN REPORT button.
The report will appear on screen, in a Crystal Reports format called Overall Account Summary (Account Basis). Scroll through the pages using the blue right arrow at the top of the menu. This should work completely.
Try printing out the report: click the printer icon on the main menu and click the OK button to send it to the printer. You will notice that there is a blank page that prints between each page of the report, this is normal because of how Crystal reports prints its reports.
Test the P3 installation next. Note, you MUST run an estimate first before you can run a P3 schedule.
From the main menu, select RUN | DEVELOP SCHEDULE | SCHEDULE AND COST REPORTING. If it asks you to overwrite the existing schedule, click OK.
The primavera project planner should launch and should be populated with many colorful activities and descriptions.
That's it! If you experience any problems with your test for a correct installation, please take print screens of all error messages, and send them in an e-mail to [email protected].
Keywords: test
correct
installation
References: None |
Problem Statement: When looking at my output report, I notice that my Evaporator has no labor cost associated with it, only a material cost.
Why is there no labor cost? | Solution: The evaporator item is a sub-contract field erected system. (API storage tanks work the same way as the evaporator too).
All field erection costs (labor costs) are wrapped into material price; and for those users who use IPM, there is no subcontract, so only a labor hours field is listed..with no labor cost.
Keywords: evaporator, API storage tank, labor, cost
References: None |
Problem Statement: I am getting an error message when I try to run any of the Interactive Reports for my Project.
Server has not yet been opened.
How do I fix this problem and what is causing it? | Solution: This error message occurs when the total characters for the project name + scenario name exceed 90 characters total.
As a rule of thumb:
1. The combined path + project name + scenario name cannot exceed 90 characters total.
2. Do not have your project name over 45 characters.
3. Do not have your scenario name over 45 characters.
4. Be cautious that other combinations of character lengths for project name and scenario name may also trigger this error message.
In previous versions, this character limit was much longer. The Aspen Icarus development team is working to fix this problem so that the project name + scenario name limitation is not so short.
In the meantime, you can check to see if the path + project name + scenario name is too long:
1. Open Windows Explorer and change directories to where your project is stored.
2. In the Address Bar, COPY and PASTE the entire path to where the project is stored and copy into Microsoft Word.
3. Then, add a backslash after the pasted path, then type in the projectname\scenario name.
(Ex: x:\network path\my saved files\project name\scenario name)
4. In Microsoft Word, go to TOOLS | WORD COUNT.
The resulting dialog box will show you the statistics.....the statistic to look at is the one named Characters with spaces. This number must be lower than 90.
If your project name is too long, you can rename the project folder and scenario to smaller names.
Once this is done, then running the Interactive reports will no longer generate an error message.
Keywords: Interactive, reports, crystal, reporter, server, opened, server has not yet been opened, HTML, 2147192184, project name, project name length, scenario name, length
References: None |
Problem Statement: I get a software security error when I try to run P3 from within IPM. How do I fix this?
Also, am I able to run P3 outside of IPM or will that violate my license agreement? | Solution: To fix the software security error, just reinstall your Primavera v3.1 software. Once you do this, the software security error will go away.
Aspen ICARUS has done away with the firmware checking for P3, so it is now OK to run P3 outside of IPM.
Keywords: software security error
primavera
P3
References: None |
Problem Statement: What is that field in the component specs form called Component WBS used for? When filled in, this field does not appear on any of the reports! What is the purpose of this field? | Solution: With this field, users have the capability of adding their own Work Breakdown Structure for use with the estimate results database files. This field is NOT used anywhere within the Icarus products or for any external scheduling purpose or with the Icarus reports. It was added solely for our users who wish to use the ASCII or SQL Database files, and work with these files independently of the Icarus product.
This WBS field is located on the AProjID relation in the ASCII files...the last column. Same goes for the SQL Database.....the field is in the last column. You need to be familiar with the Database relations chapter (Chapter 35) in the Icarus
Keywords: WBS
Work Breakdown Structure
Component WBS
References: Manual.
The field header is called: COMPWBS, which you can see in the Icarus Reference Manual, Chapter 35 (Database Relations)....i's the 3rd to last item on the list.
You can look at the Icarus reference manual by going to Help - Documentation within your Icarus product, or you can download it from the support web site: http://support.aspentech.com, by clicking on the link called Documentation. |
Problem Statement: I have a process model for a big compressor, which is a five stages intercooling compressor.
The inlet pressure is 9 psia and outlet is 500 psia.
Because the inlet pressure level is too low and thus the inlet stream flow rate is about 300,000 CFM, which is higher than the upper limit specified in Icarus of 200,000 CFM for gas compressor.
Can I get any suggestions that how to estimate the cost for a big compressor? | Solution: The best way to model this, is to use multiple compressors for a first stage compression (use 4:1 ratio) and then combine streams into one and use one or more compressors to get to final pressure.
Keywords: large, high, pressure, compressor, estimate, model
References: None |
Problem Statement: My component item evaluates every time I click the 'Options' button to modify the installation bulks. This significantly reduces work efficiency. | Solution: The reason that the item evaluates, is because the 'Automatic Item Evaluation' option is checked off in the 'Tools | Options menu'.
You can turn this off if you go back to the 'Tools | Options menu' and uncheck the 'Automatic Item Evaluation' specification.
Keywords: automatic, item, evaluation
References: None |
Problem Statement: Demolition costs can be modeled in Aspen Icarus through a Material/ Manhour Adjustment for the equipment component. The demolition option can be used to estimate the work items associated with removing a piece of equipment along with any associated installation bulks. | Solution: To use the demolition option, the entire component must be first added and sized in the project. This includes specifying any installation bulk items such as piping, foundations, insulation, etc. Designing the component is necessary for the system to know exactly what items are to be demolished.
To set the demolition option, open the Mat'l and Man-hour % Adjustments form under the Options menu in the component spec form. At the bottom of the Mat'l and Man-hour % Adjustments form, there is an Installation Option field; to account for demolition, set this field to D. Selecting this option will zero out all material costs for that component, and will instead generate labor costs related to removing the equipment and installation bulks. Furthermore, all work items will be accounted to a special demolition COA account, for the respective COA category.
For example, if a foundation is set to be demolished for a piece of equipment, the work items are all accounted to COA 409, which is the civil demolition account. Likewise, work items for valve or pipe line demolition are accounted to COA 309, which is the piping demolition account.
These costs can be reviewed in the Single Item Estimate report or in the Overall - Installation Details report.
Keywords: demolish
demolition
References: None |
Problem Statement: How is piling calculated in Icarus? | Solution: Here is an example of a typical pile design done in Icarus:
User Input:
Process equipment
VT CYLINDER
Vessel Diameter
12 feet
Height
20 feet
Wind Speed
100 MPH
From Area Civil Specs for pile design:
Footing depth (frost height)
4 feet
Pile Design Requirement
PILE
Pile Type
HP
Compressive Capacity
60 tons
Tensile capacity
30 tons
Driven Depth
60 feet
Pile Spacing
4 feet
Shear capacity
2 tons
Minimum number of Piles
4
Calculation
Number of piles based on shear = (12695 / 2000) tons / 2 tons = 4
Max. Number of piles possible based on spacing = 8
Start with 4 piles and then calculate the maximum load per pile based
Equipment Loading from System
Wt of Vessel = 20800 lbs
Wind Force = 12695 lbs
Moment due to wind = 260237 lb-ft
Base Area = 0.828*(Dia + 2.0)**2 = 0.828*14*14 = 162.288 sf
Weight of Concrete = 133888 lbs
D.L. with vessel empty = Weight of Vessel+Weight of Concrete + Weight of Soil (if there is projection) = 20800 + 133888 + 0 = 154688 lbs
Weight of water (we assume 50% full for pile design) = 70573 lbs
Maximum Weight = Empty weight + weight of Water = 154688 + 70573 = 225261 lbs
Radius of Pile Group = (diameter - 1) / 2.0 = 5.5 ft on the Vertical Load and Moment (For compression, we use the Maximum weight and for Tension we use the weight without water, the base moment here is the moment due to wind).
Check whether load per pile is less than allowable load. If it requires more than the piles based on spacing, we try to provide a inner circle of piles.
For a group of 4 Piles
Maximum Compressive Load per pile:
Due to Vertical Load = 225261 / 4 = 56315 lbs = 28.25 tons
Due to Moment = 260237*5.5 / (4*5.5*5.5 / 2.0) = 23658 lbs = 11.83 tons
Maximum compressive load = 28.25 + 11.83 = 40 Tons < 60 Tons; Hence O.K.
Maximum Tensile Load per pile:
Due to Vertical Load (Empty weight) = 154688 / 4 = 38672 lbs = 19.33 tons
Due to Moment = 260237*5.5 / (4*5.5*5.5 / 2.0) = 23658 lbs = 11.83 tons
Maximum Tensile load = 19.33 - 11.83 = No Tension < 30 Tons; Hence O.K.
So Number of piles required in this case= 4
Keywords: piling, civil, foundation, shear, forces, load, weight
References: None |
Problem Statement: Aspen In-Plant Cost Estimator (AICE) has loaded wage rates for it's crafts. Is there a general breakdown for the indirects that is included in this loaded rate? | Solution: Labor man-hours in AICE are loaded wage rates, and AICE loaded wage rates exclude equipment rental costs.
In essence the indirects follow those of Aspen Capital Cost Estimator (ACCE) under Contractor Definition in ACCE. The values below are APPROXIMATE values.....those used to derive All-In wages for AICE (US basis only).
There are some differences between ACCE and AICE but these values can be used as guidance. You are encouraged to use more precise location specific data if you have it available. All values are percent additions above base pay.
Fringe Benefits 20%
Labor Burdens 24%
Consumables/Tools 5%
Miscellaneous 10%
Scaffolding 8%
Field Supervision 20%
Field Services 2%
Equipment Rental 0%
TempConstruct/Util 10%
Mobilization/Demob 1%
Travel 0%
These are not exact, but gives you a good idea of what those indirect percentages are, for the AICE loaded labor rate
On the other hand, if you choose to use the base pay rate (not loaded) for a craft, then you can make changes to the indirect percents (in the project basis) using the values above or you may choose to use higher or lower values, as you wish. By default, in the project basis, all these indirect percentage items are set to 0.
Keywords: loaded
wage
rate
labor
indirect
percent
percentages
References: None |
Problem Statement: How do you add a new element to the working forecast in Aspen Collaborative Demand Manager (CDM)? | Solution: Open the Add Elements screen via the menu path: Forecast Generation>Create Statistical Forecast.
Click the New Forecast Elements tab.
Choose the Element Combination for the new forecast element.
Click Add. A message box will appear asking if you are sure you want to add the element. Click Yes. The new element will appear in the table.
To view the new forecast element, open the View Forecast screen via the menu path: Forecast Generation>View Forecast. Filter for the new forecast element. Click Apply.
The new forecast element is visible Data View section of the screen.
Keywords: New forecast material
References: None |
Problem Statement: What network rights does a user need to use a Standard Basis stored on a network drive? | Solution: A user needs Read rights to access a Standard Basis file stored on a network drive. A user does not need Write rights.
Keywords: Read, Write, Standard Basis, network, rights
References: None |
Problem Statement: When I attempt to run my Aspen Icarus Custom reports, I get an 'Import Error - The specified project location does not exist or is invalid. Please check the project path and project files. Aspen Icarus Reporter will be shut down.
What happened, and what do I do to fix this problem? | Solution: This problem only happens when you have written custom reports using the reports.mdb, Icarus_User.mdb and Excel template files, or if you started writing the reports.mdb file to different locations, or if the path locations locations were changed in Preferences, and the end result will cause the Icarus Reporter to look for these files in the wrong locations.
It could also be that the user may be unaware that their Icarus_User.mdb file has been modified to read a reports.mdb file that does not exist or is invalid (has the reports.mdb file been moved from the location where it used to be)?
First:
Check to make sure that you are using the correct reports.mdb file, and that it is located in the correct directory.
Many times, an incorrect reports.mdb file was being used, which resulted in the error message, especially if changes made to the Icarus_User.mdb file references a specific PATH to the reports.mdb file.
Next:
Check to make sure that the locations of your custom files are in the right directories. The default locations for these customized files is different in v2006.5 than in v2006.
Finally:
If the problem still exists, please send an e-mail to [email protected] with the following information:
1. Provide us with the location of the custom files in v2006.5.
2. Send us your custom files (Excel template files, Icarus_User.mdb, reports.mdb). Files attached need to be ZIPPED. (*.mdb files will not go through the AspenTech e-mail system unless they are zipped).
a. The Excel template files are located in C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\AspenTech\Shared Aspen Icarus 2006.5 Files\Reporter\Templates folder.
b. The Icarus_User.mdb file is located in the C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\AspenTech\Shared Aspen Icarus 2006.5 Files\Reporter\Database folder.
c. The reports.mdb file is the only file that we cannot tell you where you have it stored. Check your network drive, or hard drive, or other common drive where you may have saved it to.
Note: You might have to gather the Excel template files and the Icarus_User.mdb file from the PREVIOUS version of the software, i.e. v2006. Please refer toSolution document 121829 for the v2006 locations of these files.
3. Perform a search for these files to see how many copies of the files appear on your hard drive. Send screen shots of these file locations.
Keywords: specified, project, location, specified project location, exist, invalid, reports.mdb, custom reports, report, import, error, import error
References: None |
Problem Statement: I get an error message : user GCHANGE not found, when runing a Primavera Schedule...how can I change my user name in Primavera? | Solution: While running Aspen Icarus Project Manager:
Go to TOOLS | OPTIONS | PREFERENCES | SCHEDULE.
Change the user name from GCHANGE to the user name that you use in P3.
If you cannot remember the name that is used in P3, then click on the START button to launch the P3 Schedule Administration Tool, and then type in the password...the default is NETSET.
Then go to OPTIONS | REGISTER USERS and see what the user name is in the listing. This is the name that you will put in for the User Name in the Schedule Tab of the Preferences Menu.
Keywords: netset
gchange
user name
schedule
preferences
schedule administration tool
References: None |
Problem Statement: Is it possible to change the planning unit of a project once a schedule has been created in Primavera from Aspen Icarus Project Manager? | Solution: Once a P3 project is added, the planning unit field cannot be changed. To change the planning unit, choose Tools, Project Utilities, Copy. Select the project you want to change the planning unit. Enter a new project name and the desired planning unit and choose OK.
Changing the planning unit via the Copy command will not adjust the activity durations.
For example, if you change the planning unit from weeks to days and an activity had a remaining duration of 5 weeks, the remaining duration would be 5 days in the copied daily project.
You can adjust the durations through Global Change or by using the Export and Import functions to export the P3 project to Lotus 1-2-3 or dBASE, changing the durations in those applications, and importing the changed data back to P3.
Manhours used in IPM. Once the schedule is generated in P3, the manhours are converted to Mandays (P3).
Keywords: manhours; man-hours; mandays; man-days; schedule
References: None |
Problem Statement: How can users who have separate local installations share or import standard basis files created in the same version (same version required)? | Solution: Standard Basis Files are stored in the following directory:
\\Aspen ICARUS x.x\Data\StdBasis_IPM\Ip (or \Met)
They are stored as 5 *.d0n files. For example, if another user created an inch-pound standard basis file (Basis for Capital Costs file) on his machine locally, and called it Louisiana, the following 5 files would be created in the \\Aspen ICARUS x.x\Data\StdBasis_IPM\Ip directory:
Louisiana.d01
Louisiana.d02
Louisiana.d03
Louisiana.d04
Louisiana.d05
These files can be zipped up and e-mailed to other users, then unzipped, and placed in \\Aspen Icarus x.x\Data\StdBasis_IPM\[Ip or Met].
When the user looks in the Libraries tab in the Palette, under Basis for Capital Costs, and under Ip, the new file, Louisiana, will be seen.
If the user already had this palette open, simply right-click on the Basis for Capital Costs folder and select Refresh, and the new file will appear.
Keywords: standard basis files
basis for capital costs
References: None |
Problem Statement: How can I use unloaded wage rates in Aspen In-Plant Cost Estimator? | Solution: Aspen In-Plant Cost Estimator craft wage rates are loaded wage rates. They include Base labor plus PAC's, fringe benefits, and other subcontractors costs, including overhead and project. They do not include rental equipment. There is not an option to choose loaded or unloaded wage rates.
As a user, you can input your own labor rates. So if you choose to replace all of the labor rates in Aspen In-Plant Cost Estimator with your own unloaded wage rates, you can do this. If you do this, you will need to also visit the Indirects form under Basis for Capital Costs and enter the indirects that are appropriate for your project. Aspen In-Plant Cost Estimator has a default value of 0 for all of it's indirects. Once you enter the appropriate values for your indirects and have entered all of your local craft rates and/or Wage Rates All Crafts ( Basis for Capital Costs | Construction Workforce | General Rates), you will have set the project to run with unloaded wage rates and user supplied indirects.
Keywords: unloaded, loaded, wage, craft, indirects
References: None |
Problem Statement: There may be problems when attempting to run the Icarus Manpower Productivity Expert (MPE), or when trying to view the report that MPE generates.
One such error that may occur, when just trying to run MPE has to do with a dll that is used to run the software. This error will refer to the mainpro2.dll.
The other errors that may occur is when you are attempting to view your report with the Icarus Review menu. Errors in this case will be General Protection Faults with REVIEW.EXE which causes the application to close.
The | Solution: to the problem could be with either the PATH statement in the user's environment variable on the computer, or with the user's profile on the computer.
Solution
The first thing to check to make sure that the Environment variable path is not too long. Check to make sure it is not over 100 characters, and that the path to the MPE is in the beginning of the path statement.
1. To check your environment variable, right-click on the MY COMPUTER icon on your desktop.
2. Select Properties.
3. Go to the Advanced Tab.
4. Click on Environment Variables.
5. Under the SYSTEM VARIABLES section, find the VARIABLE called PATH.
6. Highlight PATH and click EDIT.
7. COPY and PASTE the Variable Value to Microsoft Word.
8. Check to make sure that the PATH 'c:\program files\common files\aspentech' is at the VERY BEGINNING of the PATH statement. If it is not, and it is located near the end of the path, CUT and PASTE the 'c:\program files\common files\aspentech' path to the BEGINNING of the PATH statement.
9. Next, do a WORD COUNT on the number of letters in the long path statement. If the number of letters (INCLUDING SPACES) is over 190 characters, then you MUST reduce your path statement to be shorter than 190 characters in length.
If changing the environment variable does not solve the problem, then it's recommended to change, modify or even delete completely the user's profile off the computer.
1. You can rename the user's profile, and then have the user log back into the computer and run MPE again.
2. You can change the permissions on the user's profile to make sure that the profile has the DOMIAN login of the user added to the Administrators group on the local PC.
3. You can delete the user's profile, and then when the user logs back in under their domain login, the profile will be re-created.
If none of theseSolutions fix the problem, please let us know by calling 1-888-996-7100, #2, #6, or by e-mailing us at [email protected].
Keywords: MPE, Manpower, Expert, Productivity, mainpro2.dll, review.exe, general protection fault, profile, permissions
References: None |
Problem Statement: What is the correct interpretation of the drop down for the type of tube pitch? It
lists 3. DIAMOND, SQUARE, TRIANGULAR.
The way I currently interpret this
is that Triangular = 30 Deg, Square= 90 deg. BUT Diamond could be
interpreted to mean EITHER 45 Deg or 60 Deg, OR 60 Deg and 30 Deg | Solution: Triangular = 30 deg
Diamond = 45 deg
Square = 90 deg
For costing, triangular(30 deg)= rotated triangular(60 deg, not found in Icarus), because number of tubes that would fit on the tubesheet will be the same in either case.
Keywords: tube pitch
References: None |
Problem Statement: How can I get a bolt up connection with a Blind flange (BL) specified on my piping line? | Solution: The BL (Blind) specification in the Icarus software is a Blind flange. However, the cost engine does not give you the flange when you specify the blind (BL). This is because, some companies use the BL as a pancake blind, and do not want the flange automatically added to the estimate.
In turn, with no flange, the system will not generate a bolt up connection with only a blind specified because there is nothing to bolt up to.
To get the bolt up connection, you must to specify at least 1 Flange (FL) on that piping line.
When the flange is specified, not only will the bolt up connection be calculated, but there will be other line items calculated for that piping line:
1 additional gasket
1 additional bolts and nuts
FIELD SHOP X-RAY
HANDLE & WELD PREP OPER
WELDING
The only caveat would be if that flange already exists on the piping line. You wouldn't want to specify another flange, but you would still need that bolt up connection.
The best way to get the labor cost (there is no material cost for a bolt up connection) for that bolt up connection is to temporarily add the flange to that piping line, run an item estimate on that piece of equipment or pipe, and look at the detail results. Note the Code of Account (COA) that it is assigned to and the labor hours generated.
Then, remove the flange from the piping line, and then make a Mat'l/Man-hours Additions to that piping line with the COA and the labor hours generated for the bolt up connection.
Keywords: bolt up, bolt-up, connection, bolt up connection, bolt-up connection, BL, blind, blind flange, flange
References: None |
Problem Statement: I have tested to switch between the General Pipe setting in the project basis for Remote Shop fabrication and Field shop fabrication for the same project.
When running evaluation I receive different number of welds in the Quantity Analysis report. The Field Shop fabrication setting gives over 50% more Field Fabrication Welds?. Why? | Solution: The reason why you are seeing Field Shop Fabrication welds when you switch to FIELD in your project basis, is because the pipe is no longer going to the REMOTE shop.
In the REMOTE shop, the welds are done there and those welds are included as part of the material cost of the pipe, so you will not see a line item for the RMT shop welds in your report when you have RMT set in your project basis.
You still see Field Welds, depending on the diameter of the pipe, because large diameter pipe will not be welded in the RMT shop.
When you switch to FIELD in the project basis, then the pipe is welded in the field, and not in the RMT shop anymore, which is why you see the additional line item called Field Shop Fabrication Welding.
The number of Field welds will still be the same, because of the diameter of the has not changed, and that pipe will not be welded in the RMT shop.
Keywords: weld, welds, remote, pipe, field, remote shop, field shop, different
References: None |
Problem Statement: How can I incorporate construction manhours into my Primavera schedule? | Solution: The first thing to remember is that Primavera uses Man-Days?not manhours.
When you see the man-days in P3, you will need to remember that these are not man-hours. In order to get man-hours from man-days, you must multiply the man-days by 8 (for 8 hours per day) to get the man-hours.
This means that if you see 800 man-days, then the way to figure out man-hours is to multiply the 800 man-days times 8 hours (8 hour work days). This will result in 6400 man-hours.
It is recommended that you run the P3 report called: IPM LABOR Resources Per activity, which you can find in P3 under:
Tools | Tabular Reports | Resource | Control | ID RC-07 IPM LABOR Resources Per Activity 2.0
Primavera calculates the Early Start (ES) date and the Early Finish (EF) date for each activity from the beginning to the end of the project. This calculation is known as the forward pass. The early dates are the earliest times an activity can start and finish once its predecessors have been completed.
The calculation it is performing is: Early Start + Duration (Dur) - 1 = Early Finish
Depending on your case, you may have an early start date with a duration of zero.
The formula calculates this as follows:
1 (ES) + 0 (Dur) -1 = 0 (EF), thus it means that your Early Finish (Friday 5:00 PM Jan 8, 1999) date will occur prior to the Early Start date (Monday 8:00 AM Jan 11, 1999).
According to Primavera, this methodology is the standard way in which these scheduling calculations should be done.
You should be able to get further assistance directly from Primavera (www.primavera.com) on more specific scheduling questions.
Keywords: primavera, manhours, man-days, mandays, man days
References: None |
Problem Statement: How do I access an existing project in the new release that was created in an older version? | Solution: To access an existing project from a prior version of an Aspen Icarus project, review the latest versions of the Icarus User's Guides, on p. 2-7 thru 2.-8.
Below is the condensed method:
Select FILE | NEW from the menu options
Enter a project name AND scenario name,
Click the IMPORT button to navigate to existing project location.
NOTE: It may take several minutes when importing larger project files for the processing to complete. This processing occurs only the first time a project is opened in the new version.
Keywords: import
open existing
open old
previous version
existing project
old project
open specs
new release
References: None |
Problem Statement: It seems that when I select to use the DEFAULT.COA code of account set that is provided with the Icarus software, the results are different than when not using the internal Icarus codes by default.
Since the DEFAULT.COA codes are exactly identical to the internal codes, why are the output results different?
Shouldn't the results be the same? | Solution: The answer is, NO, the results aren't the same.
Let's begin with laying out 3 example cases:
Case A: Icarus Internal Codes of Account (no COA file selected).
Case B: Icarus Internal Codes of Account with modifications (changes) made with the COA manager.
Case C: User defined Codes of Account.
The differences between Case A, Case B, and Case C
Case A:
The Icarus software has its own internal set of Codes of Account. Those codes are always used if the user does not specify another Code of Account file or make modifications.
Case B:
This case involves keeping the Basic Internal Icarus codes, but making changes to either the description of the definition for account allocation for one or more Icarus codes. When using this feature, especially when adding new lines, the user MUST NOT define the ACCOUNT TYPE under the definition section. This will cause error messages to result.
Case C:
When you pick to use a Code of Account file, all the rules that govern the Internal Codes of Account (Case A), no longer apply to a user-defined Code of Account set.
This is because when you create a new COA file, the new COA file is created by COPYING the DEFAULT.COA, and Icarus treats it as a blank type of template file for OVERRIDING the Internal ICARUS Codes of Account. This new file method should only be used in the cases where you would like to completely overhaul the Icarus Codes of Account, like if you would want to have 4 digit Codes instead of the 3 digit codes that we have.
***** NOTE: When you use this method, especially when using Quoted items or Library items, the new file cannot reverse-map the newly created Codes of Account (user-specified) to the old Icarus codes for reporting purposes. This is seen if the Excel report for COA summary is run. *****
Keywords: code of account
COA
codes of account
References: None |
Problem Statement: When trying to run the Aspen Icarus reporter, a error message box opens with the following message:
C:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus xx.x\ic_cache\Reporter\Database\reports.mdb NOT FOUND. Reporter will quit now. | Solution: To resolve this error, check the contents of the specified directory in the error message. In this case, the directory location is C:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus xx.x\ic_cache\Reporter\Database. This directory should have a Reports.mdb file. However, on occasion, it has been seen that the Reports.mdb file has been renamed to Reports~.mdb. In this situation, the error message can be resolved in one of two methods:
1. Rename the Reports~.mdb file to Reports.mdb by removing the tilde (~) in the filename.
2. Copy the backup reports.mdb file from the \Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus xx.x\Program\Sys\Libraries\Reporter\Database directory to the \Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus xx.x\ic_cache\Reporter\Database directory.
Both methods should allow you to run the Aspen Icarus Reporter successfully.
This error message is likely a result of not correctly exiting out of an Icarus project. Under normal circumstances, when an Icarus project is closed, IPM will run a compaction process to zip all the project files into the .izp and .szp files. If this compaction process was interrupted (for example, if the application crashed or the computer was rebooted) the ~ can appear after the filename.
Keywords: reports.mdb, found, not found, reporter, reports, error
References: None |
Problem Statement: Sometimes after installing Primavera version 3.0 and Aspen ICARUS Project Manager, the user still cannot access Primavera through IPM properly, receiving this error message:
Software Security Error!
It seems that sometimes the Primavera Service Pack 3.0 located on the Aspen ICARUS Project Manager v6.0 CD, does not resolve the problem, this it is necessary to manually copy over a file into the Primavera version 3.0 working program directory and override a file. | Solution: 1:
Run the P3SRVPK3.exe that is found attached to thisSolution document.
Solution2:
1. Download the attached netdc.dll file and place in a temporary directory on the hard drive.
2. In the C:\p3win\p3progs directory, (or wherever Primavera is installed), please RENAME the current netdc.dll to netdc.p3.
3. Take the attached file and copy it into your C:\p3win\p3progs directory (or wherever Primavera is installed).
4. REBOOT your computer once the new file is in place. Rerun a project schedule.
If you have a problem accessing the netdc.dll file, then download the netdc.dll in zip format, called netdc.zip, then extract it after downloading.
Accessing Primavera through Aspen ICARUS Project Manager v6.0, should no longer be a problem.
Keywords: Software
Security
Primavera
netdc.dll
References: None |
Problem Statement: How is excavation calculated for Roads? I see a note that the calculation is based on system defaults, but what does that mean? | Solution: Really, the question should be is how is the cubic yards of excavation calculated based on system defaults?
Excavation width EXVWID = Road width RDWID + minimum (2.0,0.5*RDWID)
Excavation length EXVLEN = Road Length RDLEN + 2.0
Excavation cubic yards CUYDE = EXVWID*EXVLEN*(HTFT+0.25)/27.0
The key here is the depth of excavation HTFT
It is composed of two parts, subpaving and paving depth. This is where the system defaults comes up.
fldval(5) - Subpaving: Depth of Base course
fldval(7) - Paving: Depth of paving
If both are not given, depending on road type, the defaults are:
For Subpaving: Depth of Base course
IF (ROADTP(1).EQ.'MAIN') FLDVAL(5) = 10.0
IF (ROADTP(1).EQ.'SECD') FLDVAL(5) = 8.0
IF (ROADTP(1).EQ.'MINO') FLDVAL(5) = 6.0
IF (ROADTP(1).EQ.'PARK') FLDVAL(5) = 6.0
For Paving: Depth of paving
IF (ROADTP(1).EQ.'MAIN') FLDVAL(7) = 6.0
IF (ROADTP(1).EQ.'SECD') FLDVAL(7) = 5.0
IF (ROADTP(1).EQ.'MINO') FLDVAL(7) = 4.0
IF (ROADTP(1).EQ.'PARK') FLDVAL(7) = 4.0
Main = Main Road
Secd = Secondary Road
Mino = Minor Road
PARK = Park
All items above are in feet.
Then, the excavation depth is the sum of base course + paving
Excavation depth in FT HTFT = (Paving depth FLDVAL(7) + Base Course FLDVAL(5))/12.0 + 0.25
Then, you use the excavation depth to calculate excavation volume Cubic yards.
Keywords: excavation, depth, road, roads
References: None |
Problem Statement: I am writing a UOD query for customizing my standard reports, but I want this query to be product specific (specify which product from the Economic Evaluation suite is it valid for). How can I do this? | Solution: In your Update on deman query specify the following values for the KBaseFlag:
For In-Plant Cost Estimator (IPM) and Capital Cost Estimator (Kbase): 3,M
For In-Plant Cost EstimatorI(PM), Capital Cost Estimator(Kbase) & ProcessEconomicAnalyzer(IPE): 3,E,M
For Capital Cost Estimator (Kbase) only:3
For In-Plant Cost Estimator (IPM) only:M
For Process Economic Analyzer (IPE) only:E
3: Capital Cost Estimator (Kbase)
E: Process Economic Analyzer (IPE)
M: In-Plant Cost Estimator (IPM)
2,A,B,F,I,N,Q: Obsolete Codes (not in use now)
Keywords: Reports mdb COA Standard
References: None |
Problem Statement: When I run my estimate, I get a project level error message that says:
ERROR> 'PC - 1' SUBSTATION REFERENCE NUMBER MUST BE SPECIFIED
How do I fix this? | Solution: The usual problem is that all links are not connected in Power Distribution and/or Process Control in the Project Basis.
Power Distribution
Open Power Distribution from the Project Basis, and right click on each of these:
Existing Main: check to make sure that Link Area and Link Control System are grayed out. If they are not grayed out, then you need to link them.
Unit: check to make sure that there are no unlinked Link Areas and Link Control Systems.
Once these have been checked and/or fixed, exit out of the Power Distribution.
Process Control
Then, open Process Control from the Project Basis, and right click on each of these:
Existing OPS: check to make sure that Link Area is grayed out. If it is not grayed out, then you need to link it.
Ctl: check to make sure that there are no unlinked Link Areas. If there are, link all the Areas that are listed.
Once these have been checked and/or fixed, exit out of the Power Distribution.
Re-run your estimate, and the error message should go away.
If not, please send both your .IZP and .SZP file to [email protected], and the Aspen Icarus support representative will look at your file and tell you how to fix the problem.
Keywords: substation, reference, specified, PC, PC-1, PC - 1, SUBSTATION, REFERENCE, SPECIFIED
References: None |
Problem Statement: I get a General protection fault with REVIEW.EXE when opening any .doc or .db file from within Manpower Productivity Expert (MPE).
How do I open my file without getting this error? | Solution: TheSolution is to not open the output document (.doc) or .db file from within Manpower Productivity Expert (MPE).
In versions 2006 and earlier:
Open the .doc file manually from the c:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus xx.x\ic_cache\EXPERT folder.
In versions 2006.5 and later:
Open the .doc file manually from the C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus xx.x\EXPERT folder.
Keywords: MPE, manpower, productivity, expert, review.exe, fault
References: None |
Problem Statement: In Project Metrics excel report under Key Qualities area (as shown below), should the unit of measure for the instrumentation be LOOP not EACH? | Solution: This is a count of instruments and not loops so the unit of measure should be EACH not LOOPS.
Keywords: Project Metrics, Key Qualities, instrumentation, Loops
References: None |
Problem Statement: I do not understand where the labor rate and the man-hours comes from for the foreman when I run the Field Labor Summary report. How is this calculated?
I also cannot figure out what the Crew Mix is for an item in the project, and where the labor rates come from.
Where can I find this information? | Solution: It is important to note that crew mixes are unique for each work item in the Icarus software, so crew mixes that are generated are not explicitly documented in the Icarus documentation.
You can examine the crew mix by running a single item component report and looking at the labor summary. By examining the field manpower summary, and the DETAILS relation database, it is possible to see exactly what crew mix is defined for each and every component in a project.
Using a couple of the Database Relations files, one can see the specific crew mixes for each equipment item in the project. The following information pertains only to IPM (Aspen Kbase does not generate the Crew Schedule Database Relation), however the following information provides an idea of how the crews are developed in Aspen Kbase.
The first item of business is to save your project and run a project level estimate. Once the estimate is complete, and the Icarus Reporter appears, 2 Standard Reports need to be generated:
1. Installation Details (Captial Cost Reports | Direct Costs | Installation Details | Overall - Installation Details).
2. Field Labor - Project (Captial Cost Reports | Direct Costs | Cost/Quantity Rollups | Field Labor - Project).
Once those have been run, you will also need to open 2 database files:
1. The Details Database Relation (APROJID), or for short: the A file.
2. The CrewSch Database Relation (GPROJID), or for short: the G file.
There are 2 ways to open these files. One is by opening those files separately, or you can open these files using the reports.mdb Access Database which is generated after a full project level estimate run. It is usually easier to open the reports.mdb file, as the database relation tables generated here have the column headers that match up with the Icarus
Keywords: Crew Mix, crew, mix, labor, database, relation, details, crwsch, rate, foremen, foreman
References: Manual (Chapter 35: Database Relations).
To only open the APROJID and GPROJID:
Open Microsoft Excel and click the OPEN button.
For v2006 and earlier:
Browse to your 'c:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus x.x\ic_cache\Projects\[project folder]', and double-click on the file called APROJID (make sure to change the files of type to ALL FILES, so that you can see the database files).
For v2006.5 and later:
Browse to your 'C:\Documents and Settings\user_login_name\Local Settings\Application Data\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006.5\Projects\[project folder]', and double-click on the file called APROJID (make sure to change the files of type to ALL FILES, so that you can see the database files).
Then, choose the DELIMITED option, and click NEXT. Un-click the delimiter called TAB and put in a pipe symbol ( | ) in the OTHER field. Then click FINISH.
Open the GPROJID file in the same manner as above.
To open the reports.mdb database:
For v2006 and earlier:
Browse to your 'c:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus x.x\ic_cache\Projects\[project folder]', and double-click on the file called reports.mdb. Microsoft Access will launch, and the reports.mdb file will ask for a password. The password is always icarus, in lowercase letters.
For v2006.5 and later:
Browse to your 'C:\Documents and Settings\user_login_name\Local Settings\Application Data\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006.5\Projects\[project folder]', and double-click on the file called reports.mdb. Microsoft Access will launch, and the reports.mdb file will ask for a password. The password is always icarus, in lowercase letters.
To open the A relation (Details) and G relation (Crew Schedule), just double-click on the A and the G listed in the
At this time, you should now have 3 files to be look at: Field Labor Summary and Installation Details, AProjID (Database Details Relation (DETAILS)) and GProjid (Database Crew Schedule Relation (CRWSCH)).
Please also open up Chapter 35 (Database Relations) in the Icarus Reference Manual, as you may need to refer to this for the database relation column explanations.
When you open the AProjID (Details Relation), you will see many columns. The one to be most concerned about is the column called CESEQ. The CESEQ number in the AProjID file is the 31st column (Column AE in Excel or CESEQ in the A Access Database file). Please refer to the Details relation for the AProjID in the Icarus Reference Manual. The numbers in the CESEQ column will be the same numbers that you will find in the CESEQ column (Column A) in the GProjID (Crew Schedule Relation).
In the example files that are provided with this Tech Tip |
Problem Statement: Is it possible to increase the civil quantity in my project? | Solution: If you would like to increase the concrete quantity you can do this a couple of ways:
1. At the individual component itself thought the Civil bulk specs
2. At the project level under Civil/Steel specs
For example:
You wish to increase the civil qty by 20%.
There are 2 options for you to do this:
1. Increase the concrete overpour %. Remember, there is a default overpour for each type of foundation in the software. (Those defaults are listed in the table below).
2. Use the Civil External file. See thisSolution document on the support web site on how to use the Civil External file:
http://support.aspentech.com/webteamcgi/SolutionDisplay_view.cgi?key=118435
If using the overpour % is applied to the base quantity, which will then impact the material and labor costs. The percentages by type are as follows:
TYPE
PERCENT
OCT+PROJ
5
OCTA GONL
5
PAVING
15
MASSPOUR
10
SM BLOCK
5
LG BLOCK
5
PILECAP
5
CONDUIT
15
RING
5
BASIN
5
EL SLAB
5
COLM/BM
5
WALL
5
GRND BM
5
PIER
5
FOOTING
5
BOX
5
If you wish to increase the civil quantity for the whole project, you can increase the overpour % at the Project Basis level under Civil/Steel specs.
Remember, depending on the foundation type that you specify, the overpour percent will vary. If you want to increase the quantity by 20%, you will want to take the default overpour % into consideration.
Keywords: overpour, increase, civil, quantity
References: None |
Problem Statement: What network rights does a user need to access Project files stored on the network? | Solution: A user needs Read and Write rights to access Project files on a network.
Keywords: Read, Write, Network, Project, Files
References: None |
Problem Statement: Why would a craft wage rate be so much lower from my fixed craft rate in my Excel Project Summary report?
I have a fixed craft rate for all crafts in the Project Basis (Construction Workforce - General rates).
I ran the Excel Project Summary report, and notice that (for example) the wage rate for Instrumentation is half of what all the other rates are. What could be causing this? | Solution: Many times this is caused by library items or quoted items having a total cost entered with no labor cost.
If any quoted items have a Total cost entered (only IPM projects allows a total cost to be entered for quoted items), but no labor hours (which is completely fine), the problem shows itself when you look at the wage rate in the Excel sheet for the Project Summary.
With no labor hours for those quoted items, what happens is that however many of those quoted items with the Total Cost entered, ends up skewing the average wage rate for all the 'Instruments' items. This can happen for any of the other accounts as well (Civil, Piping, Electrical, etc).
Keywords: wage rate, labor rate, half, lower, low, off
References: None |
Problem Statement: How is the per pound Remote Shop Fab pricing for piping is calculated. | Solution: First, let's review the difference between COA 313 and COA 314, as it seems that the differences between COA 313 and COA 314 confuses many of our users.
COA 313 CS Remote Shop Mat'l refers to the material cost of parts purchased by the pipe spool fabricator.
COA 314 CS Remote Shop Fab refers to the total cost, overhead, and profit required by the pipe spool fabricator to manufacture and test pipe spool pieces. Consequently, manhours are applied here.
(This explanation also applies to COA 323 and COA 324).
REMOTE SHOP FAB contains vendor costs for labor, overhead and profit, which is typically reported from the vendor in weight. THE REMOTE SHOP MAT contains material cost (exclude freight, taxes and duties, which should be specified as project indirects).
Remote shop manhours are rolled up together in COAs 313 and 314 (same for 323 and 324). No manhours are listed here because it is coming from a vendor. The manhours listed after the remote shop on the report are for on-site erection of the pipe.
Fittings will also affect the number of cuts, welds etc - which would then roll up into the Shop Fab costs and hence the per pound cost changes.
Please refer to pages 18-23 through 18-25 of the Aspen Icarus
Keywords: pipe, remote, shop, price, pricing, calculate, calculated, fabrication, fab
References: Guide.
Please also see |
Problem Statement: My company is rolling out Windows Vista to be run with the Aspen Icarus 2006.5 software. However, 16-bit files will not be compliant to the Vista Standards.
Is it necessary to install the 16-bit files?
Here are the 16-bit files that get installed:
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006.5\EXPERT\
API_1LNM.DLL - 07/09/98 05:20 PM - 24KB (24,576 bytes) - 16-bit
COMMDLG.DLL - 07/09/98 05:20 PM - 87.2KB (89,248 bytes) - 16-bit - v.3.10
LOADDATA.DLL - 07/26/95 08:04 PM - 118KB (121,314 bytes) - 16-bit
LOADDATA.EXE - 07/28/95 02:41 PM - 53.4KB (54,694 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINBMSF.EXE - 07/09/98 05:20 PM - 43.2KB (44,192 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINPRO1.DLL - 10/07/92 05:40 AM - 51.9KB (53,176 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINPRO2.DLL - 10/07/92 05:40 AM - 151KB (154,430 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINPRO5.DLL - 07/31/95 03:03 PM - 118KB (121,314 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINREPL.EXE - 05/06/94 06:21 PM - 44.6KB (45,700 bytes) - 16-bit
NETDC.DLL - 03/15/01 01:25 PM - 163KB (166,856 bytes) - 16-bit
REVIEW.EXE - 11/18/98 05:59 PM - 28.5KB (29,152 bytes) - 16-bit
SIZE2.DLL - 11/22/97 01:19 PM - 11.5KB (11,776 bytes) - 16-bit
START.EXE - 11/27/95 04:14 PM - 47.5KB (48,592 bytes) - 16-bit
data.dat - 11/20/98 07:19 PM - 1.02e+003KB (1,047,872 bytes) - 16-bit
mpe_010.dat - 07/09/98 05:20 PM - 16KB (16,384 bytes) - 16-bit
C:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006.5\Program\Sys\
EXPERT.EXE - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 37.4KB (38,256 bytes) - 16-bit
EXTNLIST.EXE - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 32KB (32,768 bytes) - 16-bit
GRID16.OCX - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 83.5KB (85,536 bytes) - 16-bit - v.1.0.2908
ICP3BAT.EXE - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 799KB (818,096 bytes) - 16-bit - v.3.0.001
IPECLEAR.EXE - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 612KB (626,208 bytes) - 16-bit
MACRO.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 4.03KB (4,128 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINBMSF.EXE - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 12.4KB (12,701 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINPRO1.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 51.9KB (53,176 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINPRO2.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 151KB (154,430 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINPRO3.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 353KB (361,472 bytes) - 16-bit
MAINPRO4.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 63.4KB (64,896 bytes) - 16-bit
NETDC.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 163KB (167,184 bytes) - 16-bit
OBEDIT.EXE - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 188KB (192,032 bytes) - 16-bit
OBJ_W161.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 134KB (137,304 bytes) - 16-bit
TDBGS16.OCX - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 708KB (724,480 bytes) - 16-bit - v.1.0.0137
XWMBA400.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 353KB (361,472 bytes) - 16-bit
XWMHN400.DLL - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 48.4KB (49,536 bytes) - 16-bit
C:\WINNT\Fonts\
QSTFNT.FON - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 35.5KB (36,352 bytes) - 16-bit
QSTSMALL.FON - 09/21/01 01:04 PM - 10KB (10,240 bytes) - 16-bit | Solution: All files are necessary in order to run all modules of the Aspen Icarus software.
Those 16-bit files are needed to run the Manpower Productivity Expert (MPE) tool in the software, and MPE will not run if the 16-bit files are not installed.
However, the decision is left up to your organization's IT department, management and users to determine if accessibility to MPE is important enough to install those files. If MPE accessibility is not important, it is not necessary to install the 16-bit files.
Keywords: Vista, 16-bit, 16, bit, 2006.5, MPE, Manpower Productivity Expert
References: None |
Problem Statement: How are piping tie-ins estimated into existing piping and what Code of Account is it booked to? | Solution: We don't estimate tie-ins with our piping.
Customers typically enter these items as a quoted or library item, and book them under a COA like 303 (SPECIAL PLANT PIPING) or 304 (SPECIAL EQUIP. PIPING).
Icarus Codes of Accounts (COAs) can be found in Chapter 34 of the Aspen Icarus
Keywords: tie-in, tie-ins
References: Manual. |
Problem Statement: Why does the electrical cost for heat tracing vary for different insulation types?
For example, why would the cost for electrical heat tracing for calcium silicate (CASIL) be higher than for mineral wool (MWOOL) insulation? | Solution: First, make sure that when comparing the tracing cost that you don't forget that the comparison needs to be for the same insulation thickness and the same maintenance temperature with respect to ambient temperature.
Once this is confirmed, here are the basics in Heat Tracing in addition to insulation:
Heat tracing in addition to insulation is used to reduce heat loss.
Heat loss depends on the thermal conductivity of an insulation material.
In the example above, heat loss is more for CASIL than for MWOOL for the same insulation thickness, hence the CASIL will require higher watt/ft cable and a higher cost.
Basically, the higher the cost for the electrical heat tracing for an insulation material, the heat loss is greater for that insulation type.
Please note: In v2006 of the Icarus software, insulation material costs were reduced significantly!
Please read the 'Aspen Icarus Evaluation Technology - Enhancements' section in the 'What's New in AES 2006.doc' file.
This can be found using the link above (Solution documentation number 119824).
Keywords: insulation, electrical tracing, trace, tracing, heat tracing, heat, CASIL, MWOOL, FOAM
References: None |
Problem Statement: What is the difference between Yard Piping Vs Above Grade or Buried Pipe? | Solution: There is no difference. Yard Pipe USED TO have a built in adjustment assuming that it was for ALL RACK PIPING. You, the user will have to decide how you will be using the pipe and whether an adjustment will be made for easy access long runs of pipe.
The Yard pipe option is obsolete, but we wanted to give more flexibility by creating the Above Grade or Buried Pipe that the old yard pipe did not have. We could not completely get rid of the Yard Pipe option because there were 20 fields there, but with the new pipe item there are only 10, and we couldn't get the 20 into 10 fields, so as a user, we request that if a new Yard pipe option is being added to use the NEW Pipe option (Above Grade or Buried Pipe) and not use the obsolete option called Yard Pipe.
Keywords: yard
yard pipe
References: None |
Problem Statement: Why did my air cooler material cost go down when I opened up my 12.0 project in 12.2?
The difference isn't a lot, but it seems odd that the cost would go down. | Solution: ICARUS development recalibrated the Air Cooler Model for the 12.2.2003 release.
The change was with the Fin Type Symbol.
There are 4 Fin Types to choose from:
L: L-foot tension wood (the system default)
W: Wheel
X: Extruded
E: Embedded
Having the default Fin Type (L-foot tension wood), the cost of the Air Cooler will go UP from v12.0 to v12.2.
Having Wheel Fin Type (W), the cost of the air cooler will stay approximately the SAME from v12.0 to v12.2.
Having Extruded or Embedded (X or E), the cost of the air cooler will go DOWN.
Keywords: Air cooler, Heat Exchanger, Fin Type, Fin, finnned, fins
References: None |
Problem Statement: On a pipe, when Lap Flange + Stub is used as flange type, what is included in the line item ?FLG BU? in the report? | Solution: When Flange Type Lap Flange + Stub is used, there is a line item called ?FLG BU? in the item description in the report. It includes the cost for both the backup flange and the stub. This is documented in Icarus reference manual Chapter 18 Flange type section.
Keywords: Flange
References: None |
Problem Statement: What is the purpose of the Unit Costs tab in the Preferences menu (Tools | Options | Preferences)? | Solution: Generally, the Unit Costs tab will be used in conjunction with the Aspen Richardson's WinRACE database. However, it is also possible to create non-Richardson unit cost data sources.
Accessing Aspen Richardson's WinRACE database data
To access unit cost data from the Aspen Richardson's WinRACE database requires installing and configuring a licensed copy of the WinRACE software and then selecting the desired unit cost line items from the WinRACE database.
Install the Aspen Richardson's WinRACE software. For more detailed instructions see the Aspen Richardson WinRACE Installation Guide. Using data from the WinRACE database requires a WinRACE license.
To configure a default database data file, start WinRACE and select the preferences menu. Next, go to the Misc Options Tab. In the Default Automatically Loading Database Index Tree File(s) Setup pane you will need to select the desired dataset to be visible when accessing the data. Press the Add button and select the desired data set. The default location of the data files is \Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen WinRACE <version>\Database.
The .DBX files contain the following unit cost data (yyyy indicates year).
Data File Name
Content
001-yyyy.DBX
Equipment Rentals and Subcontract Engineering Services
002-yyyy.DBX
Site Work
003-yyyy.DBX
Concrete
004-yyyy.DBX
Masonry
005-yyyy.DBX
Structural and Miscellaneous Steel
006-yyyy.DBX
Rough and Finish Carpentry
007-yyyy.DBX
Moisture Protection
008-yyyy.DBX
Doors and Windows
009-yyyy.DBX
Finishes
010-yyyy.DBX
Specialties
015-yyyy.DBX
Mechanical
016-yyyy.DBX
Electrical
100-yyyy.DBX
Process Equipment
ALL-yyyy.DBX
All Databases Combined
It is also possible to select add additional data files for particular disciplines and give them appropriate names. For example, it is possible to click the Add button and browse to the data file 002-yyyy.DBX. An appropriate name can be provided for the data source (e.g., SITE WORK).
Selecting WinRACE Unit Cost Items into Aspen Icarus
Unit cost line items from the WinRACE database can be added as a unit cost library (UCL) item in Aspen Icarus project. If the WinRACE software is installed you will have a new RICHARDSON choice on the Select a Unit Cost Library File dialog box. Select RICHARDSON as the Unit Cost Library file and press the OK button.
NOTE: If other unit cost data sources have been added, the data source name(s) will also appear on the list of available unit cost libraries.
The Append/Insert DatabaseLine Items(s) dialog will be displayed. From this dialog you will select the desired unit cost line items to be transferred back to the Aspen Icarus UCL item. In the top pane select one of the database sections(1). This will show the line item choices in this section in the middle pane(2). Double click on one or more of the items in the middle pane, to add this to the bottom pane which contains the list of items that will be transferred back to Aspen Icarus.
Right clicking on an item in the middle or bottom pane and selecting View Index/Line Item Details will display the data in the database that will be used to fill out the UCL Item line item in Aspen Icarus.
When you have completed the list of items you wish to return to Aspen Icarus, go to the Options menu and select Send to Icarus and Close, which will close down the WinRACE dialog. If you wish to add more items you can select Send to Icarus and then continue selecting more items.
From the Options menu, select Unit Cost Items. You can see the data transferred from WinRACE. You will need to enter the quantity for this item by updating the Number of Identical Items field.
Accessing User Unit Cost data
To access unit cost data obtained from existing third-party data, set up a named data source which points to a copy of the user's data converted and mapped to a structure that the tools in Aspen Icarus and Richardson can access. Then select the desired unit cost line items from the WinRACE database.
Accessing unit cost data obtained from existing third-party data requires the following steps.
1. Exporting the required data from the user's source into a dbf format
2. Installing the Aspen Richardson's WinRACE software to use as a database navigator and selector
3. Mapping the user's data to a field structure that WinRACE can understand using tools provided.
The user cost data must be available in a flat single table .dbf file (Dbase III or Dbase IV) format. The unit cost data should include the following data fields.
Accounting code
Description
Unit of measure (indicating the basis for unit costs/hours)
Material cost
Labor hours
Because user unit cost data can be in a format different from the standard WinRACE format, the data must be mapped into a known database structure. WinRACE has a tool to allow this data conversion.
The first step is to map the data from the user .dbf file to a WinRACE dbf and dbx(index) file. Open Aspen Icarus and go to Tools | Options | Preferences and select the Unit Costs Tab. Press the Mapper Button. This will display the Map External Database to WinRACE dialog.
In this dialog, we will associate the fields in the user database file to the fields in a WinRACE database formatted file.
The first step is to open the user database file. From the menu select File | Open and browse to and select the user database file. The Input File Field Names pane will be populated with the list of fields in the user database.
Next, select a field that will need to be transferred to Icarus (in the Input File Field Names pane). Then select the field where this data will be stored in the WinRACE database file (in the WinRACE Field Mapping pane) and press the F2 button. The type of these fields must be consistent and the source field must be the same or shorter in length than the WinRACE field. Repeat this for all the fields that will be transferred to Icarus.
To generate the file with data mapped into the correct field, select the Field Mapping Dialog and check the Create Un-encrypted File at the top. Select File | Save, then browse to a location to store the file and provide a file name.
The last phase of setting up access to user data, is to define the Unit Cost Data Source definition to be used when adding items to your project. This is a logical reference to the database you created in the previous step.
On the Unit Costs tab (you can get there by selecting Tools - Preferences in the Aspen Icarus interface), press the Add button. For the File Location entry, browse to the file created in the last step. Enter a name (e.g., USERDATA) that will be shown when choosing a unit cost library selecting from which data will be retrieved.
You can setup multiple databases and multiple Unit Cost Data Sources by repeating these two steps.
Unit cost items can then be added to an Icarus project using the procedure detailed in the Selecting WinRACE Unit Cost Items into Aspen Icarus section above. The name of the unit cost library will correspond to the data source name specified above.
See also the attached document, External Unit Cost Data.doc.
Keywords: unit costs
preferences
data
Richardson
Richardson's
WinRACE
richardson
winrace
unit cost
References: None |
Problem Statement: After running an estimate with the ICARUS software (either IPM, Kbase, IPE, etc), the report begins to launch, and then this error message appears:
Active X Component Can't create object
run-time 429 | Solution: 1. Make sure that AT LEAST Microsoft Office 2000 is installed.
2. Make sure that Internet Explorer v6.0 is installed (Internet Explorer v7.0 not supported yet).
If Microsoft office is not installed, you must install at least Microsoft Excel (the reporter needs Excel to be installed), and then you must reinstall your version of Internet Explorer.
Keywords: run-time
ActiveX
429
Internet Explorer
ARG1
Arg2
ARG2
Arg1
References: None |
Problem Statement: In some cases, if the software is not updated correctly, the reports.mdb file, which controls the HTML report output, the reports will not provide the data in the correct order. | Solution: Download the reports.mdb file and replace in the C:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 11.1\Program\Sys\Libraries\Reporter\Database
Keywords: report
reports
database
reports.mdb
References: None |
Problem Statement: I am having a problem installing Patch 1 ( | Solution: Doc 113070) to update my Aspen ICARUS 12.2.2003 software.
Each time I double-click on the ICARUSKB.EXE file, I get this error message:
ICARUSKB.EXE - Unable to Locate DLL
The dynamic link library util32.dll could not be found in the specified path.
Solution
Please follow the directions forSolution Document 113070 carefully.
ThisSolution document states:
THE ICARUSKB.EXE IS IS NOT A SELF-EXTRACTING EXE FILE.. This file is THE ACTUAL EXECUTABLE THE ICARUS SOFTWARE USES TO LAUNCH THE ICARUS SOFTWARE APPLICATION.
Please print out and follow the directions forSolution Document 113070 to update the Aspen ICARUS Executable file:
http://support.aspentech.com/webteamcgi/SolutionDisplay_view.cgi?key=113070
Keywords: util32.dll
ICARUSKB.EXE
References: None |
Problem Statement: What is the difference between Code Of Account 314 and 324 as well as Code of Account 323 and Code of Account 324? | Solution: The difference between Code of Account 313 and Code of Account 314 confuses many of our users.
COA 313 CS Remote Shop Mat'l refers to the material cost of parts purchased by the pipe spool fabricator.
COA 314 CS Remote Shop Fab refers to the total cost, overhead, and profit required by the pipe spool fabricator to manufacture and test pipe spool pieces. No manhours are applied here, as they are included as part of the material cost. You will only see a total cost that includes the hours and cost for the labor.
This explanation also applies to Code of Account 323 and Code of Account 324.
Keywords: COA
313
314
323
324
Code of Account
Codes of Account
References: None |
Problem Statement: How to set the cost of pipe rack steel to a known industry price, Y. | Solution: First use the Excel Reports to find the cost per ton for the pipe rack steel. Piperacks are divided into several cost items.
i. Base Plates
ii. Beams
iii. Horizontal Bracing
iv. Vertical Bracing
Use the data filter tabs in excel (grey arrows) to sort out the pipe rack steel components. Sort by COA.
(COA 522 = Pipe Rack Steel, as shown in Chapter 34 of the Aspen Icarus
Keywords: index
COA
material
cost
pipe rack
steel
References: Manual).
Sum up the total costs and total weight of steel.
Calculate cost per ton of pipe rack steel.
Cost/ton = Total Mat'l Cost/Total Weight in Tons = X
Now to bring the cost of steel to Y currency per ton, first calulate the factor that the ICARUS value must be indexed by:
Y/X*100 = Index Value = Z
From the Project Basis View Tab, double-click Material Indexing
i. From COA = 522
ii. To COA = 522
iii. Index = Z
Now evaluate project and run the Excel reports again to verify that the Cost per Ton of Pipe Rack Steel is now Y currency per ton. |
Problem Statement: If the Test #1 for correct Crystal Reports version with Aspen ICARUS Products ( | Solution: document # 108548), does not fix the problem with the ODBC errors and reports running on the client PC, there are a couple of other tools that can be used to help support staff determine what the problem is. Please follow theSolution below
**************************************************************************************** ******************************************************************************************* **NOTE : IF YOUR CONFIGURATION IS WINDOWS 2000 WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE XP INSTALLED, THIS IS NOT A SUPPORTED CONFIGURATION FOR THE ASPEN SOFTWARE. THE SUPPORTED CONFIGURATIONS ARE:
WINDOWS 2000 WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE 2000
WINDOWS XP WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE XPSolution
First, we need to look at the version of a dll called p2sodbc.dll. Get a list of all versions on the PC by performing a search of the entire hard drive.
The copy that we are looking for should be located in \Winnt\system32
Make a list of all locations of this p2sodbc.DLL. For each p2sodbcDLL found, right click on it, and select Properties, and then select the VERSION tab. Note and report back the version listed for each p2sodbc.DLL found on the PC.
Second, we need to look at the version of sqlsrv32.dll (if it exists), as there have been some compatibility issues reported on the Crystal Support Web Site.
Get a list of all versions on the PC by performing a search of the entire hard drive.
Make a list of all locations of this sqlsrv32.dll. For each sqlsrv32.dll found, right click on it, and select Properties, and then select the VERSION tab. Note and report back the version listed for each sqlsrv32.dll found on the PC.
Then, try the attached ODBC checker from Crystal. The ZIP file is called: SQLCON32.zip. Unzip this to a blank directory on your PC....it doesn't need to install or add any dll's. After unzipping the files from the ZIP file, double-click on the SQLCON32.EXE to begin running the checker.
Once the checker is open:
Go to the Server menu and select Simple connect.
Select DSN - ReporterDB. Then enter a user name: Admin, and the password (lower case): icarus
Assuming success, logging in to the DB:
Go to the SQL menu, and select Get Listing of Tables, press OK with all defaults.
Then, go to SQL menu, select Get Listing of Fields, and under Name, enter 0_TAQ_KeyQtySumry, other defaults and press OK.
After any failure or all steps, go to File Menu, select Save to File, send us the file.
Another item to check, is a registry key:
To open the registry, go to START | RUN , then type in regedit and click OK.
Open the key called \HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Seagate Software\Crystal Reports\DatabaseOptions\Outerjoin
We need to know if this Outerjoin exists, as this can modify behavior of the odbc drivers.
Lastly, another item to check is the ODBC data sources in the Control Panel. Go to START | SETTINGS | Control Panel - administrative tools - data sources(ODBC).
Select the USER DSN tab, go down to the ReporterDB item and double click. Give us the value in the Database pane under Database:
Another possibility is to go to the same tool in the last step and select the tracing tab, put a file name and path in the log file path, press Start Tracing now, open IPM and get to the error. Go back an press Stop tracing, send us the Log file.
Keywords: Crystal
DLL
ODBC
References: None |
Problem Statement: What do the valve trim options in custom pipe specs mean? | Solution: The valve trim specifications in Aspen Icarus custom pipe specifications are based on the API-600 specification. The API-600 specifications pertain to steel gate valves only, but Aspen Icarus custom pipe specifications apply to gate, globe and check valves. Aspen Icarus has implemented a subset of the specification based on the data available. The table below provides a summary of the differences between the trim choices. Please refer to the specification for further information.
Table 1 Definition of ASPEN Icarus Valve Trim Specifications
API-600 Trim Number
Trim Definition
Comments
TRIM 01
F6 Nominal Trim
Default trim for all Carbon Steel Gate, Globe and Check valves
TRIM 02
SS 304 Trim
Default Trim for all SS Gate, Globe and Check Valves
TRIM 05
Hard Faced Trim
Cobalt-chromium alloy seats
TRIM 08
F6 and Hard Faced
TRIM 09
Monel Trim
Default for Monel valves
TRIM 10
SS 316 Trim
Default for SS 316 Valves
TRIM 12
SS316 Trim + Hard faced
Note that selecting a trim that has a lower number than the default trim for that valve body material will be ignored. (i.e. selecting TRIM01 for a Monel valve is not valid. You must select TRIM 09,10,12.) Also, these specs do not apply to control valves.
Keywords: custom pipe specs
valve trim
valve
pipe
piping
References: None |
Problem Statement: Sometimes it is necessary to order a new copy of the Primavera software either because the original CD was lost or the Serial Disk was lost.
In order to do so, the user needs to find the Serial number so that a new disk or CD can be ordered without having to pay for another copy. | Solution: The P3 serial number can be found in a couple of different places:
1. The \P3win\P3work directory. The file name will be a REGISTER.TXT file. The serial number is located inside the REGISTER.TXT file.
2. On the sticker of the Primavera v3.0 or v3.1 CD case.
3. For version 3.0 and above, the installed Product ID will be written to the REGISTER.TXT file and placed in the USERLOC directory (this is typically the \P3win\P3out directory). To determine the location of the USERLOC directory, examine the [Directories] section of the P3.INI file.
4. From within P3, select Help | About P3 to see both the serial number and the Product ID. The Product ID will be the product ID for that serial number unless the serial number is part of a LAN pack. If the displayed serial number is part of a LAN pack, we display the Product ID for the first serial number in that LAN pack.
If you still experience problems, please contact Primavera directly at 610-667-8600.
Keywords:
References: None |
Problem Statement: While running a report, before the overwrite existing file command comes up, the following error comes up.
Aspen Icarus Reporter - Import | Solution: This problem occurs when the cache directory (default location is 'C:\Documents and Settings\user_login_name\Local Settings\Application Data\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006.5\Projects') folder is set to read-only or that you don't have write access.
It is required that permissions of the entire 'C:\Documents and Settings\user_login_name\Local Settings\Application Data\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006.5\Projects' folder, sub-folders and files to 'Full Control', so that there are no read-only files present.
Keywords: lock, import, reference table, table, reporter, icarus reporter, 3050, error
References: Tables Error 3050: Could not lock file
When you click OK, the Aspen Icarus application locks the program up.
The only way to activate the Aspen Icarus software again is to open up the Task Manager, and select to end the program, and then re-start it.
How do I fix this problem so that I am able to run a report? |
Problem Statement: When trying to run the Standard Reports or the Management Reports from the Interactive Reporter, the following error message is displayed:
Run-time error '406':
Non-modal forms cannot be displayed in this host application from an ActiveX DLL, ActiveX Control, or Property Page. | Solution: Download msvbvm60.zip to a temporary directory.
Rename current msvbvm60.dll file (if one exists) to msvbvm60.old
Unzip msvbvm60.zip, extracting the msvbvm60.dll file to the following directory: \winnt\system32\.
Keywords: ActiveX
Property
References: None |
Problem Statement: Victaulic couplings can be selected from the Pipe Connector Type in the Options | Pipe - Item Details form.
However, I get an error when attempting to run an evaluation.
VICTAULIC COUPLINGS ALLOWED ON VICTAULIC PIPING ONLY
How do I fix this error? | Solution: The error will appear after adding DI or SS Victaulic couplings in the Options | Pipe - Item Details form, when an incorrect pipe material type is selected.
The DI or SS Victaulic couplings require that victaulic couplings (VC) be specified in the Pipe connection type field in the form. If the VC pipe connection type is specified, the error will no longer appear when running an evaluation.
Keywords: victaulic
coupling
VC
piping
error
References: None |
Problem Statement: I am having difficulty running P3 on Windows 2000 which is also running Mcafee AV 4.5.0. However, if Mcafee AV is disabled it runs at normal speed. | Solution: Solution
To resolve the Windows 2000 performance issues:
Download and install P3 3.0 Service Pack 3.
Locate P3BTRMGR.DLL in the \\P3WIN\P3PROGS\ folder where P3 3.0 is installed and rename this file to P3BTRMGR.OLD
Copy the attached P3BTRMGR.DLL file to the \\P3WIN\P3PROGS\ folder:
P3BTRMGR.DLL 09/07/2000 145KB
This should improve performance as desired. If run into any problems you can always delete the new P3BTRMGR.DLL file and rename the P3BTRMGR.OLD back to P3BTRMGR.DLL to return back to the original conditions.
Attachments: (See attached file: p3btrmgr.dll)
Keywords: P3 Version: 3.0
Windows 2000
Performance
References: None |
Problem Statement: I have created some custom pipe specs, but now I need to put them on a network drive so that all my users can access them. What is the procedure for doing this? | Solution: The default location for the Custom Pipe specs are located in these folders (depending if you have Inch-Pound or Metric Specs):
x:\PROGRAM FILES\ASPENTECH\ASPEN ICARUS 11.1\DATA\PIDs\ip (for Inch-Pound), and x:\PROGRAM FILES\ASPENTECH\ASPEN ICARUS 11.1\DATA\PIDs\met (for Metric).
To tell where they reside on your system, just open up the ICARUS Software, and then click on the Libraries tab, then select Custom Piping Specs then click on either Inch-Pound or Metric.
You will see that in the Properties Window below that it lists the Path of where the Custom Pipe specs are located.
To share the Custom Pipe Specs:
Copy the entire x:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 11.1\Data\PIDs folder up to the network drive (this should be the folder where the custom pipe specs have been originally created).
Then tell your users to change their location of the PIDs location using the Tools | Options | Preferences -Locations tab.
At the bottom of the Locations tab, there is a section called Other Location Specifications. You will need to have the user select the PIDDir and then use the ... button to change the directory path from their hard drive to the new server location.
All of this is explained in the IPM User Guide on page 2-30. Please review the User Manual for this information.
Keywords: custom pipe specs
Custom
share
References: None |
Problem Statement: When clicking on Options > Edit WOM Profile in Demand Manager navigation tree, the status line at the bottom of the Aspen SCM displays 'ERROR', Error table displays the following message:
E0021:INVALID ROW SET ENTRY
E0006:ERROR IN SECOND ARGUMENT
SET: _RWOMMN RULE: _RWMMN10 COND: ?LEVEL = GSEDATA(WOMLEV,1)
E0078:CAN NOT CREATE THE IMAGE NODE
E0076:ERROR IN SET: _RWOMMN RULE: _RWMMN10 CONDITIONS (IF) | Solution: This error could appear only when there is no WOMLEV entry in GSEDATA table's rowset GESDATAR, that means WOM profile not installed.
Please install WOM profile in the case; you can install it in your case by running the rule _RWMMN91 from the command line as below:
Open Demand Manager case file
Press F3
Enter rule >_RWMMN91 at command line
Click on Run button to execute the Aspen SCM command
Now WOMLEV entry should be populated in GSEDATA table's rowset GESDATAR
After WOM profile installation verify that the Edit WOM Profile issue resolved.
Keywords: Edit WOM Profile
_RWMMN91
ERROR
GSEDATA
WOMLEV
References: None |
Problem Statement: When I launch Aspen Icarus Project Manager (Aspen IPM) for the first time, I receive an Aspen Icarus P3 Setup dialog box, and I am unsure what to enter here for the previously registered user name. What user name is IPM looking for? | Solution: This dialog box appears with the very first run of each new installed version of Aspen Icarus Project Manager.
The default user name is GCHANGE (this can be typed in uppercase or lowercase...case does not matter).
Once this is filled in, the setup box will not appear again.
If you have to change the user name, because your P3 installation has another name you would like to use, just go to Tools - Options - Preferences, then click on the Schedule tab. You can change the user name here.
See associatedSolution document on the Primavera Network Administration tool for further information on registered user names: 106456. http://support.aspentech.com/webteamcgi/SolutionDisplay_view.cgi?key=106456
Keywords: gchange, P3, P3 user name, setup, GCHANGE
References: None |
Problem Statement: What version of Crystal Reports is used for the Icarus products? | Solution: The 2 files to look at are the crviewer.dll and craxdrt.dll files in the C:\WINDOWS\system32 folder.
You can right click on one of these files and go to properties to see what version it is.
For v11.1 to 12.2.2003 the version is 8.0.0.371
For v2004 to v2006.5, the Crystal version is 8.5.
If you are looking to purchase a full copy of Crystal reports, version XI should work fine. Right now, there has been no testing done with Crystal Reports v2008.
Keywords: CR; crystal; reports; formula
References: None |
Problem Statement: What version of Primavera (P3) will work with Icarus Project Manager (IPM)? | Solution: The Primavera (P3) version that is compatible with IPM v12.2.2003 to v2006.0.3 is v3.1.
Primavera v5.0 is only compatible with Aspen Kbase v2006.0.4 and beyond (Aspen Kbase v2006 with Cumulative Patch 4).
The cumulative patch 4Solution document link is shown at the top of thisSolution document, for those who are not on this version.
Keywords: primavera, p3, version, compatible, 5.0, 3.1, 3.0, P3, P3ec, P3e
References: None |
Problem Statement: Why is economic evaluation adding conduit and cable to a motor operated valve when I have those items excluded under Loop Modifications? | Solution: The conduit and cable you are seeing is from the item motor operated valve. If you select No remote on/off control valve for the remote control type in loop modification it will not get the conduit and cable cost for it.
Keywords: None
References: None |
Problem Statement: Is Aspen SCM V7.1 supported on Windows Server 2008 platform? | Solution: Aspen SCM V7.1 not officially certified for Windows Server 2008. AspenTech didn't do complete regression tests, So AspenTech cannot ensure the quality for the product that didn't undergo thorough tests.
For more details on AspenTech's position regarding supported operating systems and 3rd party applications, please seeSolution 115885.
Keywords: Support
Microsoft
Windows Server 2008
References: None |
Problem Statement: How do I access the Richardson database from IPM (Icarus Project Manager)? | Solution: In order to use the Richardson's database from IPM, you will need to install the Aspen Richardson WinRace software on your PC (and have a valid license to run Aspen Richardson Winrace) and you will be able to get the information directly out of WinRace.
To add in a Unit Cost library item from the Richardson database after Aspen Richardson WinRace has been installed:
1. Open IPM, and open Sample Project - REFIT.
2. Right-click on MAIN AREA (in the left pane), and select Add project component.
3. Type in component name: test rich ucl, and then double-click on Unit Cost Library.
4. The Select Unit Cost Library File dialog box will appear.
5. You should see a selection in there called RICHARDSON.
6. Select RICHARDSON, and then click the OK button.
This will launch the RICHARDSON WINRACE database, and show the Append/Insert Database Line Item(s) dialog box.
7. Then, you can go to FILE - OPEN, and select the WinRace database you wish to open up.
Keywords: database
Richardson
Richardson's
winrace
Winrace
References: None |
Problem Statement: Is it possible to change the default AspenTech Logo on the Aspen Icarus Reporter Reports to our own company's logo? | Solution: You can change the default logo for the Excel reports only. Here is how to do it:
1. Take your logo and rename it to logo.bmp
2. Open Windows Explorer and change directories to either
For v2006: 'c:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006\Data\Reporter\Database'
For v2006.5: 'c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\AspenTech\Shared Aspen Icarus 2006.5 Files\Reporter\Database'
3. Rename the file called logo.bmp (the Aspentech logo) file to orig_logo.bmp.
4. Then, copy your company logo.bmp file into either the 'c:\Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006\Data\Reporter\Database' folder or 'c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\AspenTech\Shared Aspen Icarus 2006.5 Files\Reporter\Database' folder.
The next time you run the Excel reports, you will see your company logo.
Development is working on allowing it for the word/crystal reports for a future release of the software.
NOTE: When the Aspen Icarus Reporter is run for an open project, the logo.bmp is copied and placed in the following directory:
c: \Program Files\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus xx.x\ic_cache\Projects\<Project Name>\Output
c:\Documents and Settings\user_login_name\Local Settings\Application Data\AspenTech\Aspen Icarus 2006.5\Projects\Output
If reports are not updated with the new logo after going through steps 1-4 above, close and open the project. When the reports are run again, the logo.bmp will be copied to the proper directory. The new logo will appear in place of the AspenTech logo.
Keywords: logo, reports, reporter, bitmap
References: None |
Problem Statement: There are three possible reports that can be run from a component level estimate. While, for the most part, the reports display the same data, the formatting of the data differs between the three reports. This enhancement was included in Service Pack 1 for 11.1. | Solution: The Single Item Estimate report can be run by right mouse clicking on a component in the Project Explorer, and selecting Evaluate Item. To modify the type of report that is displayed, open the Tools | Options | Preferences menu.
On the General tab, under Item Report, there are three possible reports.
Reporter Report -- This is the standard Crystal Report that was displayed prior to the service pack. This report contains the single Component summary, data sheet, and installation detail reports.
HTML Report -- This is an HTML based report (similar to the reports available under the HTML option in the ICARUS Reporter. This report shows sizing data (if used), design data, and a cost summary
Capital Cost Item Report -- This is a text based version of the design data sheet, cost summary, and a detailed bulk material and field manpower listing. This report is similar to the reports produced in earlier versions on IPM, such as version 5.0
Keywords: report
References: None |
Problem Statement: If the Test #2 for correct Crystal Reports version with Aspen ICARUS Products ( | Solution: document # 108549), does not fix the problem with the ODBC errors and reports running on the client PC, there is one more tool that can be used to fix the problem. Please follow theSolution below
**************************************************************************************** ******************************************************************************************* **NOTE : IF YOUR CONFIGURATION IS WINDOWS 2000 WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE XP INSTALLED, THIS IS NOT A SUPPORTED CONFIGURATION FOR THE ASPEN SOFTWARE. THE SUPPORTED CONFIGURATIONS ARE:
WINDOWS 2000 WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE 2000
WINDOWS XP WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE XPSolution
There is a folder, that gets created when the Crystal Reports are installed from the Aspen ICARUS software. This directory is located under the C:\WINNT\ directory and the folder is called Crystal (c:\winnt\crystal).
Attached to thisSolution document, are all the necessary Crystal Report files, from a clean installed Aspen ICARUS system, to replace in your C:\WINNT\Crystal directory on your PC.
It is recommended that you ZIP all your CURRENT FILES in the C:\WINNT\Crystal directory.
SAVE THE ZIP FILE of the old Crystal files from the c:\winnt\crystal folder
Delete all the files from C:\WINNT\Crystal directory on your PC. (This is done, so that when you replace the Crystal files with the ones in the attached Crystal.zip file, into your C:\WINNT\Crystal directory, you will still have a back up of your old files, and also know that there are no extra Crystal files that were left over from your previous installation of the Aspen ICARUS software.)
Download the attached file called crystal.zip.
Unzip the Crystal.zip file into your C:\WINNT\Crystal directory.
Re-launch the Aspen ICARUS software and re-run reports to make sure that the new Crystal files solve the problem.
Keywords: Crystal
DLL
ODBC
References: None |
Problem Statement: Where can I obtain a list of features and overviews of each Icarus product so I know what features are available with each one? I would like to do a comparison of each product so that I can see the differences between them. | Solution: Aspen Icarus Process Evaluator (IPE)
http://www.aspentech.com/products/aspen-icarus-process-evaluator.cfm
Aspen Icarus Project Manager (IPM)
http://www.aspentech.com/products/aspen-icarus-project-manager.cfm
Aspen Kbase
http://www.aspentech.com/products/aspen-kbase.cfm
Aspen Decision Analyzer (Aspen Decision Analyzer functionality has been rolled into IPE for version 2006.)
Keywords: features, feature, list, product, product list, differences, comparison, overview, description, product
References: None |
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