[IFC] Could not find selected element in linked model

1 min. readlast update: 06.23.2026

When trying to select any component in the linked model this warning pops up.

 

The warning refers to the fact that the user has not selected a native Revit object. 
Go to the Naviate Bimfire tab and enable IFC Mode.

NOTE: In Revit 2024 or later the conversion has not been using legacy conversion it will also not work. Fix the problem by following these steps:

 

Disabled

Enabled

 

 

 

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