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| Error Message | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | “Gouge detected” | Toolpath plunges into a concave surface | Use a smaller tool or change entry to helical ramp | | “Boundary exceeds stock” | Machining region is not contained within the stock model | Expand stock or create a new boundary | | “Tool holder collision” | Holder is longer than the tool flute length | Use extended holder or reduce depth of cut | | “No valid link move” | Retract plane is too low | Increase to absolute Z+10mm | | “Open pocket failed” | The region is not fully bounded | Use the “Boundary Fill” tool to close gaps in CAD | worknc tutorial

Most CAM software operates on a "manual" philosophy—you select a tool, you select a path type, you select the geometry, and you manually set every single parameter (stepover, stepdown, feeds, speeds, lead-ins, lead-outs). If you forget a parameter, you might crash the machine or produce scrap. Have a specific WorkNC question (2

Post the pocketing operation from Task #3. Open the .nc file in Notepad. Identify the G00 (rapid), G01 (linear feed), G02/G03 (arcs), and M06 (tool change). If you forget a parameter, you might crash