MODEL BUILDER - Create Geometric Network from Derived Feature Dataset and FC

Question

Original User: JamesFNomar05

I am having trouble figuring this one out. I want to create a Geometric Network from derived data.

Some background:
I created a new feature dataset in a FGDB, then imported new feature class into it. The next step would be to create a Geometric Network. The problem is, since this is derived data it does not yet exist. I cannot select the dataset or feature class just created. I know if I run the model then I can select it but I want the user to be able to run this Model from scratch, using the Open command. I have tried making a copy of the feature dataset but that did not work. I tried fooling with preconditions to no avail. Any ideas? I attached 3 screenshots to show what I'm trying to do. Thank you!

ModelBuilder2_GeoNetWindow.jpg

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ModelBuilder3_GeoNetError.jpg

curtvprice · Answer

When Model Builder validation hangs me up like this, I've found the easiest work around is to run the tool inside a Calculate Value tool to get around Model Builder's validation preconditions.

The basic procedure is to create a Python function that runs the tool and returns the output, assigning the output to the data type the tool creates.

instreamsteph · Answer

Having the same problem here.  I tried several different work-arounds, including using the Select Data tool.  Eventually I settled for running the Create Geometric Network tool in Batch mode.

Here is a related post: How to execute my model complete with one run? Geometric Network does not work correctly.

Anonymous User · Answer

Original User: drewskey

I too had this issue.
I was able to fix it using the Select Data (right-click in model builder) tool.

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