AutoCAD Civil 3D

[#1]

I am attempting to add a few additional dimensions to a structure.  When I attempt to save my edits , it tells me that the file is read only.  If I attempt a save as it tells me there is an error saving XML file.  Anyone run into this before?  I am using 2012.  Thanks!

[#2]

If you're using Windows Vista or Windows 7 the folder where the part data is location is probably set to read-only. The default folder should be C:\ProgramData\Autodesk\C3D 2012\enu\Pipes Catalog.  Just make sure that your login has the correct permissions to that folder.  

[#3 · Accepted solution]

That was the problem, found the solution at the following link:  http://beingcivil.typepad.com/my_weblog/2011/04/cannot-save-part-in-partbuilderfile-is-read-only.htm...

Thanks!

[#4]

I am brining this back up because I am trying to do the same thing except I cannot change my account setting because I work for the man.  So in an attempt not to get the IS department involved is there another way to add pipe sizes to the allowable lists?  I need a rectangular storm drain 54in tall by 144in wide with a 12in wall thickness.

[#5]

Hi heathers-

Try this: http://beingcivil.typepad.com/my_weblog/2011/10/unable-to-save-changes-made-in-part-builder.html I have seen this occur even if you have FULL admin rights.

[#6]

Thanks for the idea but I cannot run programs as admisistrator because of the settings on my computer so I can't follow those instructions either.

[#7]

Can you at least copy the pipe catalog folder to another folder that you have access to?  If so, you can change where C3D looks for the Pipe Catalog to the copied folder that you should have permissions with. Then you should be able to make the changes.

[#8]

This sounds like a great way to get around this.  I am using 2010 and the part builder path it shows it C:\ProgramData\Autodesk\C#D 2010\enu\Pipes Catalog\UUS Imperial Pipes\US Imperial Pipes.apc

but I dont see that file path when I go to Options:Files and look through the lists of support files.  So I am not sure where I would go to change the path after I have done a save as with the pipes file.

[#9]

You can where C3D looks for the pipe catalog from the Pipe Networks Ribbon>Parts List>Set Network Catalog or from typing SetNetworkCatalog.  The dialog box that pops up lets you change where it looks for the files.  I copied the Pipes Catalog folder to another drive, set C3D to look for it there, and edited those parts.  This also allows you to not modify the stock pipe catalog in case you need to get it back for some reason.

[#10]

Thank you so much that worked perfectly   Take that AutoCAD, Windows, and IS department!