20 October 2024 1 8K Report

Dear Members,

I want to overcome the warning at SAP2000 regarding maximum number of null steps. I have several load case and only for my load case Non-Linear Pushover Analysis in X-direction I get this warning.

If I run the Non-Linear Pushover Analysis in Y-direction, I get no warnings. What can be the problem in your opinion?

Few details regarding my model:

-3 Span Hollow Box Girder Bridge

-2 Fiber Hinges at the top and bottom per column

-Fiber Definitions are Default from Section (not created from Section Designer)

As I said I only have a problem in NL Pushover X-Direction. Thats why I dont really think that fiber hinge properties are the problem here. Of course I can be wrong, this is my first analysis using SAP2000.

I am very happy about any helpful responses.

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