How To Fix DFS_FE_COMMON218 - Reference force element '&' is active, deletion is not allowed.

DFS_FE_COMMON218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_FE_COMMON - Message Class for DFS Force Element

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Reference force element '&' is active, deletion is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON218 - Reference force element '&' is active, deletion is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON218 indicates that a reference force element is currently active, and therefore, it cannot be deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of structural analysis or finite element modeling within SAP, particularly when working with the SAP2000 or similar modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Reference Force Element: The reference force element you are trying to delete is currently in use or active in the model. This means that it is part of the current analysis or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Model Dependencies: There may be other elements or constraints in the model that rely on the reference force element, making it impossible to delete without first addressing those dependencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Deactivate the Reference Force Element: Before attempting to delete the reference force element, ensure that it is not active. You can do this by:
  
  Checking the analysis settings and ensuring that the reference force element is not included in the current