bonsai-errors-common

Diagnose and resolve common Bonsai and IfcOpenShell errors in Blender BIM workflows.

30|4|Updated Mar 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/OpenAEC-Foundation/Blender-Bonsai-ifcOpenshell-Sverchok-Claude-Skill-Package --skill bonsai-errors-common
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Skill: bonsai-errors-common
Source: https://github.com/OpenAEC-Foundation/Blender-Bonsai-ifcOpenshell-Sverchok-Claude-Skill-Package/tree/main/skills/bonsai/errors/bonsai-errors-common
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OpenAEC-Foundation/Blender-Bonsai-ifcOpenshell-Sverchok-Claude-Skill-Package --skill bonsai-errors-common

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers and users diagnose and resolve common errors encountered when working with Bonsai, IfcOpenShell, and Blender for BIM workflows, preventing project blockers and ensuring smooth development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Error Diagnosis: Provides decision trees and explanations for a wide range of errors, from import issues to IFC schema violations and operator failures.
  • Troubleshooting Workflows: Offers step-by-step guidance to fix common problems like stale entity references, missing contexts, or incorrect spatial relationships.
  • Use Case: A user encounters a RuntimeError: No entity with id X when trying to modify an IFC element. They consult this Skill, which guides them to re-query the entity by its ID instead of using a stale reference.

Quick Start

Use the bonsai-errors-common skill to troubleshoot a ModuleNotFoundError: No module named 'blenderbim' error.

Frequently Asked Questions about bonsai-errors-common

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I fix a RuntimeError No entity with id X in Bonsai Blender BIM?

To fix a RuntimeError No entity with id X in Bonsai Blender BIM, you must avoid stale entity references by re-querying the IFC element using its identifier before attempting any modifications.

How to resolve ModuleNotFoundError No module named blenderbim in Blender?

To resolve the ModuleNotFoundError No module named blenderbim in Blender, you need to ensure the Bonsai Blender BIM addon is properly installed and activated, as this module is required for IFC workflows.

What causes IFC schema violations in IfcOpenShell and how do I troubleshoot them?

IFC schema violations in IfcOpenShell are typically caused by incorrect spatial hierarchy or missing required attributes. You can troubleshoot these errors using diagnostic decision trees to isolate the invalid property sets.

How do I troubleshoot operator poll failures during Blender BIM drawing generation?

To troubleshoot operator poll failures during Blender BIM drawing generation, you must verify that the active context meets the operator's requirements, checking for missing geometry contexts or incorrect spatial relationships.

Can I use Bonsai to fix BCF workflow and clash detection errors in IFC files?

Yes, you can use Bonsai to fix BCF workflow and clash detection errors in IFC files by following structured recovery strategies that diagnose spatial hierarchy problems and resolve placement failures.