Valid Element and Selection Errors

1. Please select a valid element. Plumbing-Copilot only supports pipes, pipe fittings, and MEP equipment/fixtures.

  • Cause: The selected element is not supported by Plumbing Copilot for routing purposes.

  • Solution: Ensure that the selected element is a valid pipe, pipe fitting, or MEP equipment/fixture, as these are the only supported types.


2. The start and end elements cannot be the same element.

  • Cause: The start and end elements have been selected as the same object, which is not allowed.

  • Solution: Choose distinct start and end elements for the routing process.


3. First selection is invalid.

  • Cause: The is caused by an error in the selection process.

  • Solution: Try again.


4. Second selection is invalid.

  • Cause: The is caused by an error in the selection process.

  • Solution: Try again.


5. Pipe insulation is not a valid element. Please hide the 'Pipe insulations' in the Visibility/Graphics menu and try again.

  • Cause: Pipe insulation is not supported in the routing process.

  • Solution:

    • Hide the 'Pipe insulation' category from the Visibility/Graphics settings and try again.

    • Press tap while hovering over the element and try to select the actual element and not the insulation.


6. The selected start element does not have a valid system type.

  • Cause: The start element is missing a valid system type, which is essential for the routing process.

  • Solution:

    • Assign a valid system type to the start element or choose another element with a proper system type.

    • Delete and create the element again.

    • Make sure the System Type parameter value is not undefined.


7. The selected End element does not have a valid system type.

  • Cause: The end element is missing a valid system type, which is essential for the routing process.

  • Solution:

    • Assign a valid system type to the end element or choose another element with a proper system type.

    • Delete and create the element again.

    • Make sure the System Type parameter value is not undefined.


8. The start or end element is not properly contained within a routing element.

  • Cause: Either the start or end element is not placed inside a valid routing element (e.g., wall, floor, ceiling void).

  • Solution:

    • Ensure both elements are fully contained within a valid routing element, or move them into one.

    • Increase the Tolerance value in the control panel.


9. The {start/end} element is not properly contained within a routing element.

  • Cause: A more specific instance of the previous error, where either the start or end element is not inside a valid routing element.

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