This has probably been done to death
But all my other parameters work but just this one fails any thoughts please.
Please don’t post multiple threads - especially without any context. You can link additional images or use a file sharing service instead.
What does the warning say? Are you trying to set a type parameter? We need more information.
this is the warning message
Warning: Element.SetParameterByName operation failed.
The parameter’s storage type is not a string.
I tried multiple images but being a new member it said only one image was allowed
I understand. That’s why I suggested posting them through links or a file sharing site. Posting multiple threads for the same question is not allowed and also very confusing.
The error explains the issue. You are supplying a string when your parameter type is something else.
Can you provide anymore help than that Nick because I’m no closer to a solution otherwise.
Seems like there are two Type parameters at index 6 and 10 (String and Element Id)
That is probably creating a conflict.
Would it be possible to rename the Type shared parameter?
Hi Vikram
Thanks for the response the `Type’ shared parameter is pretty ingrained within our system. I didn’t think it was possible to rename shared parameter. All our schedules are set up to use this also so that will prove very labour intesive. I did just find that it’s set up as an instance parameter rather than a type parameter does this change anything.
It’s not a good idea to create parameters with duplicate names. You run into issues like this. I think you would have to use python and determine which parameter is the correct parameter before setting the value.
Yes I can see the problem already Nick. Python is out of my scope unfortunately. Looks like I’ll have to tough it out with creating a new shared parameter and introducing it everywhere i find the old parameter
I created a new Parameter Vikram and substituted it in. It’s now working. Thanks for your help
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