Importing AutoCad data

Question

I've received  AutoCAD data for multiple projects.  Usually I can add the data and begin creating GIS features.  However, recently when I add the data, the files (point, polyline, etc...) are importing with empty attribute tables.  My AutoCAD software knowledge is very limited.  But when I open the dwg or dxf files in the software, all the linework displays correctly.  Any suggestions on how make the linework visible in AutoCAD display in ArcMap?

MarkJennings · Answer

Did you find a Solution to this Problem?

Anonymous User · Answer

Not sure if you ever resolved this, but we just had two computers exhibit the same behavior that you were seeing when adding CAD files.  The files were good/had data because I used them on my machine, but two other users saw empty tables and such.  We are still on 10.1, so I had them install the CAD patch from here:  ArcGIS 10.1 SP1 for Desktop support for AutoCAD version 2013 Patch | Samples and Utilities  and after they installed it, the CAD files read properly.  Hope this helps...

RoxanneWilson · Answer

Tried looking for the version number as you suggested, but the version is blank. 😕  I also tried previewing both the geography and table for the dwg files in ArcCatalog and nothing shows up there as well.

I've seen a few posts with Esri users describing similar issues.  Some, exporting to an older CAD file works (it did not in my case).  Others never post a correct 'universal' type answer.

I appreciate your advice, though!