Faq List For Vwgrclite and Vwgrclite Applications
Faq List For Vwgrclite and Vwgrclite Applications
Faq List For Vwgrclite and Vwgrclite Applications
Order/Changes
VALIDAT Basis/Professional
VX1/PX1
License Manager
Contact
Known Problems
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T-Systems International GmbH
VWGRCLite-Service
Alessandro-Volta-Straße 11, 38440 Wolfsburg
+49 375 606199-19 (Tel.)
+49 391 580248942 (Fax)
E-Mail: [email protected]
Autors:
Annette Lüer, T-Systems International GmbH
Sabine Itani, T-Systems International GmbH
Thomas Hallmann, T-Systems International GmbH
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names are used without regard for free usability. Many hardware and software names are concurrently
registered trademarks or should be regarded as such.
3.5.1 Technical specifications for VWGRCLite and VWGRCLite Application licenses ....................................... 16
3.5.2 Technical specifications for a license change of the VWGRCLite and/or the VWGRCLite Application
16
3.5.3 Technical specifications for VX1 licenses – DSLS (Dassault Systèmes License Server) ........................ 16
4.1 License-Bundle............................................................................................................................................................... 19
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FAQ List for VWGRCLite and VWGRCLite Applications,
Version: 02.2020
4.1.1 Standard package ......................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.3.5 OutGen.............................................................................................................................................................................. 22
4.3.12 VWGVARTool.................................................................................................................................................................. 23
5 VALIDAT ........................................................................................................................................................................... 24
5.2.1 Check Result - handling and information content of standard check window enlarged ......................... 26
11.1 NEWS - New DoLittle package 7.0.1.2.0 available - Sep 6, 2019 ................................................................... 34
11.2 NEWS - Important information about the VWGRCLite 7.1.5.1.0 patch - Aug 8, 2019 .............................. 35
13 VWGRCLite...................................................................................................................................................................... 37
1.1 Audience
This document is directed to the Volkswagen development partners who are interested in the VWGRCLite and the
VWGRCLite applications.
The VOLKSWAGEN contact person should also clarify the following well in advance along with the other topics.
E.g.:
Please note the announcements and proclamations in the partner portals of the VOLKSWAGEN brands and in
T-Systems ServiceNet. You can register there for newsletter to some extent.
It is also recommended to see the partner information presentations of the respective brands relevant to you.
Except the “first-hand information” you can also address the suggestions and questions directly on the partner
information presentations.
Software, documentation and a few Video documents provided for the VWGRCLite and partially for the VWGRCLite
applications. This should be provided to the user and read if necessary.
As the use of the VWGRCLite applications is not self-explanatory, it is recommended that the “new” users undergo
corresponding trainings (e.g. for: VOLKSWAGEN coaching, AUDI academy).
Access is required for the VWGroupSupply that should be assigned via VOLKSWAGEN.
After the successful login you can access the following link:
https://sso.volkswagen.de/fedl/en/FEDL.catia.html
The VX1-Software provides functionalities for the VWGRCLite applications in CATIA V5-6.
If the VX1-Software is not installed, some of the VWGRCLite applications do not run.
In the public area you find all relevant about the topic License Order (application licenses, support, etc.),
plus many important additional Information around the Volkswagen Group Reference CATIA (GRC).
The non-public area of ServiceNet contains downloads of the currently released VWGRCLite Packages.
The non-public pages are marked by a red snap-lock symbol.
By using link or button “Forgot your password?” a new password could be generated.
https://vwgroup.t-systems.com/oem-startpart
If you are interested to access on this site, please send us an e-mail to our address cax-service@t-
systems.com and we will generate a username and password for you. Please write as a reference "OEM
Startpart is needed". In addition, your full contact details (First name, Surname, e-mail-address, phone number,
company address) and an information for which VW / AUDI department your company works, is required.
Please note that your data will be examined by VW / AUDI. After a successful test, the release of the GRC-
Specials download area is issued.
Attention! To create the license T-Systems need the singed Order Form sent by you via fax or mail.
Please find a detailed description of the ordering process with the following link
https://vwgroup.t-systems.com/orderprocess
Please send the contract via fax to our fax number +49 391 580 248 942 or
via mail to [email protected]
You can order a support package for €400 directly when ordering a license. For new customers the order of
the support package is mandatory. Orders of new customers without a support package will not be processed!
▪ Support for the installation of VWGRCLite via e-mail or at the discretion of T-Systems via the
telephone (up to a maximum of 4 hours of support per contract year).
▪ Change of licenses for technical reasons permitted once per contract year.
If you as a regular customer wish to order the support package during your current license period the current
license must be renewed by 1 year as well. The remaining time of the old license will be credited against.
▪ BoM2KSL
▪ DoLittle
▪ Engineering Package
▪ Standard Package
▪ VALIDAT
▪ VWMetho
Nodelock licenses are issued to a certain physically workstation. The usage is restricted to that physically
machine. The quantity of concurrent license users is 1.
Floating licenses are issued to 1 physically license server or 3 physically license servers (triad). They are not
restricted to a certain workstation. The quantity of concurrent users is determined by the quantity of ordered
licenses. An "Initial Floating license" is a Floating license of a CA application with 1 user on 1 physically license
server or a physically triad at 1 place of use. An "Additional Floating license" is an additional license to the
"Initial Floating License" of a CA application on the same physically license server or physically triad at the
same place of use (same CPU-ID).
Site licenses are Floating licenses. The provided license file will contain 999 Floating licenses.
Corporate licenses are Floating licenses. The provided license file will contain 999 Floating licenses. The use
of Corporate licenses is not limited to one site, but to the number of sites specified on the order form. Use at
more sites is prohibited.
In case multiple addresses are output: Please use only the physical address of the Ethernet adapter LAN-
Connection as CPU-ID.
3.5.2 Technical specifications for a license change of the VWGRCLite and/or the
VWGRCLite Application
If a license switch is necessary, due to a server change e.g., we will require following information:
It would be helpful to send the old license file, or the license mail we sent before.
VX1 is CATIA V5-6 software and DSLS licensed. Technical specifications of your computer (in case of
Nodelock licenses) or of your DSLS server (in case of floating licenses) is required so that VX1 licenses
can be created.
Under the following link you can find a tool for determining the VX1 DSLS ID:
http://www.3ds.com/terms/software-keys/?xtmc=DSLicTarget&xtcr=1
under "LICENSE KEY TOOLS"
It would be helpful to send the old license file or license dispatch mail.
Please send the signed form to our fax number +49 391 580 248 942.
The change process will be charged per incoming FAX. This change can consist of multiple licenses
(VWGRCLite, VWGRCLite Applications, VX1) which are part of this license switch order.
Dassault needs the filled out form „DASSAULT SYSTEM LICENSE KEY REQUEST FORM “ to change the VX1-
License. This form could also be downloaded in the ServiceNet at topic “License Order”
If the VX1 licenses should be changed several times during its validity period, then only the respective
processing fee of the change procedure is levied.
If the existing VX1 license expires regularly, it can be ordered on request free of cost. Thereby, a new server
can be entered.
Where do I get the VX1 license? How much does the VX1 license cost?
You can purchase the PX1 license from Dassault, or a Dassault Business Partner. The PX1 license is not free of
charge.
As a VOLKSWAGEN development partner you can obtain the VX1 License free of cost through T-Systems if a
contract for a VWGRCLite Application has been already concluded (Engineering Package, Standard Package
or VWGValidat Professional).
T-Systems initiates the generation of the license once weekly with Dassault Systemes. When T-Systems
receive the license from Dassault Systemes, it will be delivered immediately to the development partner.
Note:
Dassault generates the VX1 license only if T-Systems provide the following data:
Note:
A VX1 license requires a PX1 license. A VX1 license without the PX1 license does not bring any
functionality.
In order to be able to use the VX1 license, the VX1 software should also be installed at the workstation.
The applications in the packages provided here and also the single applications are the efficient help material for
adhering to the VOLKSWAGEN norms/construction standards in the CAD system CATIA. The adherence to the
VOLKSWAGEN norms/construction standards forms the basis for the coordination with the VOLKSWAGEN group.
Please coordinate with your VOLKSWAGEN contact person regarding the requirement of the VOLKSWAGEN
applications. It can be different depending on your specific task.
4.1 License-Bundle
Why do two License-Bundle existing?
What is the difference between License Bundle “Standard Package” and “Engineering Package”?
The frequently required applications have been compiled in the packages. There are differences in case of the
VOLKSWAGEN brands. Thus, it came about that, for example, the specification for the using the Engineering
Package has been prepared by AUDI for the development.
The contextual difference between the Engineering Package and Standard Package is that the Standard
Package does not include VALIDAT Basis.
KVS-PlugIn
NTool
Netline V5
OutGen
RPS
LTA
VTA
VALIDAT Basis
KVS-PlugIn
NTool
Netline V5
OutGen
RPS
LTA
VTA
BoM2KSL
DoLittle
VALIDAT V5 Basis
VALIDAT V5 Professional
VWMetho (consists of “ABBRICH”, “FLAN” and “SURPRESS”)
VWGCADGlyph
VWGVarTool
VWGVEM
3DZP (FTACaptureAid license)
4.3.1 VALIDAT
VALIDAT assures adherence to the data quality corresponding to the VOLKSWAGEN Norm 01059 part 6.
Your CATIA V5-6 documents are checked with some company-specific criteria for the adherence to this
norm.
VALIDAT can carry out a structure analysis of the CATIA model. Validat Basis performs a simplified link
analysis, Validat Professional performs an exact link analysis using your PX1 and VX1 license.
A PX1/VX1 license is still needed for automated directory monitoring of assemblies (ZSB, KPR) with
VALIDAT Batch (Watch directory). For more details see VALIDAT structure analysis .
The quality of the changed data is evaluated as per the unique criteria with VALIDAT as the check
program executes a control of the created CAD data as per the VDA recommendation 4955/4. Thus the
quality of the CAD elements and element connections can be determined as per the defined check
criteria. According to the check requirements tolerance values can be set and saved. The graphical
representation of the check results enable quick and target-oriented search of different areas and
elements.
VALIDAT is available in the expansion stage: Basis and Professional. For details see "Difference
VALIDAT Basis / VALIDAT Professional"
PX1 and VX1 license are additionally required for the KVS PlugIn.
4.3.3 NTool
The VWGRCLite Application name tool V5 (NTool) supports the CAD user while giving standardized
document names as per the instructions of the VOLKSWAGEN group. The user will efficiently manage the
existing and new documents for the correct naming through screens and menus. The naming conventions
saved in the profile can be customized according to the individual requirements. With the corresponding
CATIA licenses, NTool continuously supports the avoidance of incorrect links.
PX1 license is required for several NTool functions (see also "Benefit of VX1 / PX1 license").
4.3.5 OutGen
Outgen generates interactive menu-driven process chain adapter according to the method instruction of
VOLKSWAGEN group.
4.3.6 RPS
RPS is an application to support in CATIA V5-6 the process for the generation of reference elements.
Therefore special RPS features are generated and stored in CATIA models. These features can also be
displayed in a table.
The application RPS is released since the GRC4.1.1. Basically, you should check with your
VOLKSWAGEN contacts which CAAs and which methodology are to be used. In particular tune which
RPS is allowed to be used, the VEM/ RPS macro or the CAA-RPS.
4.3.7 LTA
LTA is an application to support in CATIA V5-6 the process for the generation of LTA elements. Therefore
special LTA features are generated and stored in CATIA models. These features can also be displayed in a
table.
4.3.8 DoLittle V5
DoLittle is a system for creating multilingual CAD-constructions.
It supports the constructor online in case of multilingual text entry in the CAD-systems on the basis of a
central company-specific collection of design texts.
With DoLittle, T-Systems has the suitable solution platform ready for the development partner of
VOLKSWAGEN group: a system for supporting the constructor in case of creating multilingual CAD-
constructions on the basis of a company-specific text catalogue. The central data base records a lot of
text entries ; unavailable translations can be directly asked for in the system.
Even if the DoLittle-module is independent of the set CAD-system, the specific integration offers special
advantages in the leading platforms CATIA® and CREO. DoLittle supports the language directions
“German – English”, “English - German”.
We recommend for more Information about Dolittle the documents “Dolittle_Getting_Started” and
“Dolittle_UserManual”. Please find this documents as a Zip-archiv for download at https://vwgroup.t-
systems.com/download-dolittle under section “Dolittle DOCUMENTATION”.
4.3.10 VWMetho
The VWGRCLite Application “VWMetho” consists of the individual elements “ABBRICH”; “FLAN” and
“SURPRESS”.
ARBRICH supports the definition/analysis of restriction directions. According to the border angles
specified by the user, one or if this is not possible under the compliance of permissible angle, more
restriction directions are suggested for the selected restriction edges.
The selected restriction edges are analysed and are marked as IO, warning or critical accordingly. The
result of the analysis can be saved in the model. The visualisation is then possible, if required, also without
corresponding license.
The application FLAN provides functions for ascertaining the restriction outlines of altered components
(adapter) in the areas of non-altered blank (addendum) for CATIA V5-6 and development of upper
bevelling parts with constants and with variable radius.
4.3.11 CADGlyph
CADGlyph is a tool for three-dimensional text generation in CATIA V5-6. The text can be generated on
surfaces with any curvature. The text is associative and always adjusts to the curve selected, even if the
text includes multiple lines. The major advantage of this is that the text is generated with tangentially
constant surfaces that are reduced to a minimum. This opens up more possibilities and improves the
performance when compared to DXF.
4.3.12 VWGVARTool
VWGVarTool (internal designation: Variants Tool) is a tool to generate and control variants in CATIA V5-6.
A CATIA V5-6 tree structure with all relevant assemblies and parts is transferred by the VWGVarTool
automatically into an Excel list. The imported structure result can be smaller and clearer, if using a 3D
filter.
Then the user can define in Excel the desired variants. With VWGVarTool can be switched afterwards into
a defined variant (CATIA V5-6 view control). The variants control can be transferred also into a pure V5-6-
function. In this way it is also possible to use the variants control without VWGVarTool. This V5-6-function
was made for group work or suppliers without variants tool.
5 VALIDAT
Which uses do I have, if I apply VALIDAT?
What is the difference between the version “VALIDAT Basis” and “VALIDAT Professional”?
With VALIDAT, the quality of exchanged data is assessed as per the uniform criteria, because the checking
program executes a checking of created CAD-data according to the VDA-suggestion 4955/4. Thus the quality of
CAD-elements and element connections is ascertained as per defined checking criteria. The tolerance values can
be set and saved according to the checking requirements. The graphical representation of checking results
enables a quick and target-oriented detection of various areas and elements.
In the consideration in case of repairing services, the difference is that two of them are only in the version
“VALIDAT Professional”, otherwise the versions are identical. The following table shows which out of them are
currently available.
Below is the overview of sorted criteria list with the differences between basis and professional with reference
to the relevance for the VOLKSWAGEN criteria.
The criteria list is always subject to further customizations – please check this in case of updates.
The VALIDAT basis and the professional version fulfil the checking requirements as per VOLKSWAGEN Norm
VW 01059 part 6. VALIDAT professional fulfils the requirements as per SASIG/VDA certification. With VALIDAT
professional, you can thus check more criteria. The checking scope exceeds the requirements of Volkswagen.
The above extractions from the criteria table are valid only for the VALIDAT Version 7.0.2. The allocation of
criteria to the licenses basis and professional can be changed in the coming versions.
5.2.1 Check Result - handling and information content of standard check window
enlarged
The Check Protocol for the check result can optionally be displayed as soon as the check has been
completed, but it can also be opened at any time using the protocol icon in the VALIDAT main menu.
Here, users can also further evaluate the check results and even provide approval if appropriate.
The handling and the information content of the standard check windows can be enlarged by connecting
of the professional-license under Tools/Options.
For the automated VALIDAT Check of assemblies (ZSB, KPR) a PX1 license is also required because the
root document has to be checked. An automated check of CATParts is possible without a PX1 license.
Have a look to VALIDAT structure analysis
Detailed information about the automated directory monitoring could be read in the VALIDAT User
manual.
With VALIDAT Basic the license is kept granted until VALIDAT Toolbar is closed.
Notice - it is not necessary to finish the current CATIA Session; simply the VALIDAT-Toolbar needs to be
closed. This could be done within the Pulldown Menu “View- Toolbars” by unmark “VALIDAT Version
X.X.X”, e.g.
It is also possible to enable the license by deselect “Basic” under „Tools- Options ...“ as shown below.
The function for the simplified link analysis (without PX1/VX1), existing since VALIDAT version 2.0.7, became
with VALIDAT version 2.3.6 the standard testing method.
A PX1/VX1 license is still needed for automated directory monitoring of assemblies (ZSB, KPR) with VALIDAT
Batch (Watch directory) because the root document has to be checked. The automated directory monitoring is
only available in the VALIDAT Professional Version.
For automated directory monitoring of CATParts with VALIDAT Batch, only a VALIDAT Professional license is
required, no PX1.
The option for local structure analysis has been created on the request of the development partners. It has
been justified on the part of development partners that a rejection of the data in the HyperKVS due to
incorrect structure is a big-time factor and if this could have been locally checked, this loss of time could
be avoided.
With the introduction of VALIDAT Version 1.3.0, the option has been created to execute the structure
analysis also with VALIDAT.
VOLKSWAGEN recommends the deployment of PX1 (plus VX1). Since the PX1 license is not free of charge, each
development partner must decide for himself, if the functionality acquisition has a benefit for him.
Note:
A VX1 license requires a PX1 license. A VX1 license without the PX1 license does not bring any functionality.
The PX1/ VX1 license is required for the following VWGRCLite Applications/Functions:
Chapter 2 of VWGRCLite Installation Guide gives more details, for example which language package and security
update are allowed.
There should be a bilateral agreement between the Volkswagen department and the development partner about
the usage of a system environment.
Every usage of a non-Volkswagen released operating system and CATIA V5-6 combination is done on your own
risk and will be not supported by Volkswagen in case of a problem.
If you have licenses of the type “floating”, then a license server is required. If you have licenses of the type
“Nodelock” then a license server is not required.
The adequate license manager could be downloaded at the ServiceNet. You will find the actual required FlexNet
software at the short link https://vwgroup.t-systems.com/flexlm.
Here you will find software for the VW supported There you will find the software for the platforms supported by VW
and documentation for implementing of FlexNet licenses, as well as the topic of borrowing licenses.
Also, so that your query reaches the correct processor, please simultaneously specify what type of query you
have. e.g.:
In case of problems with the VWGRCLite and/or the VWGRCLite Applications, please compile a traceable
problem scenario based on a current VWGRCLite environment (VWGRCLite-Support Mail, screenshots, log
files, configuration, working step till cancellation…) Note that the installation, configuration and use of the
VWGRCLite must be in accordance with the documentation provided by Volkswagen.
Principle send the content of the VWGRCLite-Support Mail. See VWGRCLite – Support Mail
Hint:
The requested “Support Mail” could be generated within the VWGRCLite GUI at menu “Help”.
Please refer to VWGRCLite – Support Mail.
Attention:
For a thorough problem analysis possibly test data will be required.
Please do not share test data that are uncritical shippable via email and only after direct consultation with the
VW Problem Management!
Please do not summarize a collection of enhancement requests. Every requirement is done separately. For
each request there is one incident number and one associated request number at VW.
We cannot give a warranty on the implementation of your requirement. The evaluation of your request for
further development of VWGRCLite/ VWGRCLite Applications is the responsibility of software manufacturer
(VOLKSWAGEN).
Note:
A DASSAULT PX1 and a VX1 license must be available thus the KVSPlugin works.
Usage:
After using the KVS-structure-check your saved CATIA Data can be stored in KVS supported by KVSPlugin.
In order to be able to use the VWGRCLite Web-Installer, you need a user account for the VWGRCLite ServiceNet.
The current provision of the VWGRCLite packages on the VWGRCLite-ServiceNet will continue in parallel during a
planned transition period of 6 weeks. According to this, VWGRCLite packages can only be obtained using the
VWGRCLite Web-Installer.
Important:
The guidelines, rules and specifications communicated in the project and the agreements on the system
environment (VWGRCLite) continue to apply.
Due to extended security requirements of the DoLittle server, the DoLittle Client had to be modified. The
VWGRCLite DoLittle package 7.0.1.2.0 contains the DoLittle Client version 4.5.3.
More details on changes can be found in the DoLittle Release Notes and the updated documentation in the
vwgrclite_vwgdolittle_documentation.zip package.
After 09/30/2019 the DoLittle server will only answer requests from a DoLittle client if it has at least version 4.5.3.
The VWGRCLite DoLittle download for software and documentation can be found at
https://vwgroup.t-systems.com/download-dolittle
Your current DoLittle access-data remain valid within the new DoLittle version.
Any used dss-files can still be used if they have already been created with the current DL_DssAdmin (Version
7.0.0).
When using a partner company access (CSN), pay attention to the also available documentation
REQUIREMENTS_CERTIFICATES.pdf.
Following changes:
▪ CATIA V5-6R2018 SP03 HF27 (among others the CATIA problems with shareable licenses has been
solved)
▪ Base Paket Version 7.1.5.1.0 (with bug fixing from NTool, OutGen, Validat)
▪ Seat Markenpaket Version 4.0.0.1 (Drafting / Layout settings issue has been fixed)
All other packages from the VWGRCLite 7.1.4.5.3 can also be used for the VWGRCLite 7.1.5.1.0.
An overview with links to all released VWGRCLite packages can be found at:
https://vwgroup.t-systems.com/vwgrclite
Please note: With VWGRCLite 7.1.5.1.0, Windows 7 is only supported until 31.12.2019. A timely transition to
Windows 10 is recommended.
The switch from VWGRCLite 7.1.4.5.3 to VWGRCLite 7.1.5.1.0 must have taken place at the development partner
from 08/08/2019 to 09/30/2019.
In case of problem (e.g. use of CATIA shareable licenses) the switch is recommended immediately.
Keep in mind: Only for the currently released VWGRCLite support is provided.
Important: The project agreements about terms of reference, rules and specifications as well as the system
environment (VWGRCLite) are still valid.
The uninstall process is described in detail in "VWGRCLite Installation Guide", which could be found on the
page “VWGRCLite Information“.
For access to all information and downloads of the current released VWGRCLite you have to do the registration as
described in chapter 2.2.2 ServiceNet account - Registration and “Forgot your password?”.
In case of problems regarding VWGRCLite applications (e.g. Validat, NTool, etc.) you should extend this
mail by a reproducible problem scenario description (e.g. steps taken until the problem occurs, output of
diagnosis functions of the application, screenshots, etc.).
Important hint: If you want to report a problem, please regard the Volkswagen „checklist “ at
https://vwgroup.t-systems.com/issues.
Caution: It is recommended to let your administrator, or your CAD support, check those problems first,
before reporting them to the CAx-Service.