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You exported a BOM but the Quantity column shows zero for all parts. What is the most likely cause?

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PCB Design - Manufacturing Output
You exported a BOM but the Quantity column shows zero for all parts. What is the most likely cause?
AThe file format is incorrect
BThe design has no components placed
CThe export settings excluded quantity data
DThe part numbers are missing
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Analyze zero quantity issue

    Zero quantity usually means quantity data was not included or calculated during export.
  2. Step 2: Check export settings impact

    If export settings exclude quantity, the BOM will show zero even if parts exist.
  3. Final Answer:

    The export settings excluded quantity data -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    Missing quantity data = export settings issue [OK]
Quick Trick: Check export options for quantity inclusion [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Assuming no components placed without checking design
  • Blaming file format instead of export settings
  • Ignoring quantity column configuration

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