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Free State Modifier Not Applicable
Unless otherwise specified, all dimensions and tolerances apply in their free state condition. The free state modifier is only applicable if there is a part note indicating that the part is to be restrained.
You can fix this problem through one of the following procedures:
1. Right-click on the feature in the Feature Tree and select Edit... from the context menu.
2. Unselect the Free State optional modifier.
3. Click the Accept button in the dashboard.
Or...
1. Right-click on the part in the Feature Tree and select Edit Properties... from the context menu.
2. Select the 'Non-Rigid' option for the part type.
3. On the Properties & Notes tab, click on the 'Non-rigid Part' note in the Displayed list and enter a string for the Restrained_State variable that describes the restrained state for the part.
4. Click the Accept button in the Edit Part Properties window.
This option will generate a general note indicating that the dimensions are shown in their restrained state.