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Metal deck or composite deck are not available

Details of Metal deck or composite deck are not available

  • Module code ESA1137
  • Software
    • SCIA Engineer
  • FAQ topic

This FAQ explains what to check when the commands Metal deck or Composite deck are not available.

If the Metal deck or Composite deck member command is not available, then the cause is probably due to the project settings.

Make sure the project settings (Main menu > File > Project settings) satisfy the criteria below:

  • The Structure type is set to either Plate XY, Wall XY or General XYZ
  • Steel and concrete materials are correctly defined/activated in the project

See project setting examples below for when Metal and Composite deck members can be defined: