AutoCAD Attributes don't work in DWG file created from MicroStation DGN export

[Partenheimer]

Here my situation:

I'm working in AutoCAD 2016 on a dwg that was created while in MicroStation using MicroStation to export to a dwg.

After opening that translated dwg in AutoCAD, everything appears to work EXCEPT when I define a new BLOCK with Attributes, the Attributes do not display. (Invisible setting is NOT a factor.)

I have experimented with MicroStation exported dwgs from two different MicroStation installs and the results are the same. I have set different export Options and the results are the same.

Using MicroStation to export is critical in my workflow to maintain project standard settings.

The work-around fix is to open a blank AutoCAD dwg and insert the MicroStation dwg as an exploded block. Block with Attribute usibility is then normal with no issues.

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Obviously this is an issue within the exported dwg itself.

Does anyone know of a tool or command that I can run on the defective dwg to "reactivate" attributes?

TIA

Michael Partenheimer

[john.vellek]

HI Michael - Exports from Microstation to AutoCAD can be troublesome at times. I haven't seen this issue and I am glad you have found a workaround.

If you would like to attach a file that illustrates the problem I will investigate and see if I can come up with a better answer.

[Partenheimer · Accepted solution]

Hi John,

Thanks.

James Maeding suggested I check the ATTDISP setting in the exported dwgs.

It was set to OFF.

ON fixed the issue.

Regards,

Michael Partenheimer