Fields won't update in table

[joe.augusten]

I can't get fields to update in the table.  I swear this was working initially, but this block has been through a lot of iterations and time, so I may be mistaken.  But I've created new tables, new files, I can't get this thing to update any fields in the table.

In the attached block, the 3'-6" dimension on the height of the plate is linked to the stress plates note dimension along with the table (both red dimensions).  When I update this dimension (stretch plate height from upper left of plate), the field in the notes works, the one in the table doesn't.  And all the others in the table have clearly been broken too.    The 3'-6" fields were created in exactly the same way.

What is going on here?

[pendean]

What 3'-6" dimension?

[maxburns090]

I am not and expert but It seems that you're experiencing issues with updating fields in a table within an Autodesk product using dynamic blocks. While I don't have the specific details of your block or the software you're using, I can offer some general troubleshooting steps that may help:

1. Verify field connections: Double-check that the field connections between the table cells and the corresponding dimensions or values are properly set up. Ensure that the field codes and object handles are correctly linked.

2. Refresh the table: After making any changes to the block or dimensions, try manually refreshing the table to update the fields. In some cases, the table may not automatically update when changes are made to linked objects.

3. Check for field update options: Look for specific settings or options related to field updates within the Autodesk software you're using. There may be options to control when fields are updated, such as upon opening the file or upon manual request.

4. Regenerate the block: If the table and fields are not updating properly, try regenerating the dynamic block. This can sometimes resolve issues with broken or outdated field connections.

5. Review dynamic block parameters and actions: Check the parameters and actions within your dynamic block definition to ensure that they are correctly set up. Verify that the parameter associations and actions are correctly referencing the desired fields in the table.

6. Consult Autodesk documentation or support: If the above steps don't resolve the issue, it's recommended to consult the Autodesk documentation or seek support from Autodesk's customer support channels. They can provide specific guidance and troubleshooting steps tailored to the software and version you're using.

[m_axburns090]

Hello,

I am not an expert But I just want to say that It seems that you're experiencing issues with updating fields in a table within an Autodesk product using dynamic blocks. While I don't have the specific details of your block or the software you're using, I can offer some general troubleshooting steps that may help: Verify field connections: Double-check that the field connections between the table cells and the corresponding dimensions or values are properly set up. Ensure that the field codes and object handles are correctly linked. Refresh the table: After making any changes to the block or dimensions, try manually refreshing the table to update the fields. In some cases, the table may not automatically update when changes are made to linked objects. Check for field update options: Look for specific settings or options related to field updates within the Autodesk software you're using. There may be options to control when fields are updated, such as upon opening the file or upon manual request. Regenerate the block: If the table and fields are not updating properly, try regenerating the dynamic block. This can sometimes resolve issues with broken or outdated field connections. Review dynamic block parameters and actions: Check the parameters and actions within your dynamic block definition to ensure that they are correctly set up. Verify that the parameter associations and actions are correctly referencing the desired fields in the table. Consult Autodesk documentation or support: If the above steps don't resolve the issue, it's recommended to consult the Autodesk documentation or seek support from Autodesk's customer support channels. They can provide specific guidance and troubleshooting steps tailored to the software and version you're using.

[joe.augusten]

If you open the block, or reinsert, you'll see the dimension is the one shown/stretched as 4'-0".  So it updated in the notes, but not the table.  They're both fields created in exactly the same way to the dimension.

[jtohillVY4VS]

Someone will let us know if we are correct, but it looks as though the fact that the table in the block does not update. use text placed above the table and not inside the table and it will update when you regen.