Goal

This article helps you fix the issue when no imposition is displayed. In most cases, one or more required details are missing or set incorrectly. Follow the steps below to review and correct your data so the system can calculate and show an imposition.

Work through the steps in order. After each change, save the record and re-run the imposition.

Procedure

Step 1: Add the format (product size)

Make sure the product format (width and height) is entered. Open the related orders or quotations record, or the underlying products record, and fill in the size. Include units and orientation if available. Save and try the imposition again.

Step 2: Enter the number of pages

Enter the total number of pages for the product. For a single-sided item, use 1. For double-sided, use 2. For booklets or multi-page jobs, enter the correct total. Save and re-run the imposition.

Step 3: Select a Work Object

Choose a Work Object for the job or product. If no Work Object is selected, the system may not know how to impose the item. Open the record, select the correct Work Object from the dropdown, save, and try again.

Step 4: Choose a material

Pick a material (sheet or roll) that will be used for production. Make sure the material is defined and available. Save and re-run the imposition.

Step 5: Ensure the product fits on the material

Check that the product size is smaller than the usable material size. If the product is bigger than the material, either select a larger material or reduce the product size to fit. Save changes and try again.

Step 6: Confirm the material is supported by the selected machine

Verify that the selected material can run on the chosen machine. Check allowed thickness/weight, sheet size limits, coatings, and other constraints. If not supported, pick a compatible material or machine, save, and re-run the imposition.

Step 7: Correct imposition settings or margins

Review imposition parameters such as trim, bleed, gutters, gripper margin, and working margins. Wrong margins can block the imposition. Adjust the values to realistic numbers, save, and run the imposition again.

Step 8: Set the custom sheet format (if needed)

If you are using a custom sheet size, enter the correct width and height. The system may propose a size from the material, but you can override it when needed. Save and re-run the imposition.

Step 9: Align product dimensions with the material fiber direction

Check the fiber (grain) direction. If the product dimensions are opposite to the material fiber direction, the imposition may be blocked. If a wrong fiber direction is acceptable for this job, set the switch to Yes and re-run the imposition.

Using a wrong fiber direction can affect print quality, folding, and stability. Confirm with production before allowing it.

Step 10: Adjust product orientation for the chosen imposition

If the product orientation conflicts with the selected imposition layout, rotate the product (for example, 90°) or choose a different imposition pattern that matches the orientation. Save and re-run the imposition.

Still no imposition? Re-check each step, then save the record and run the imposition again. If the issue continues, visit the help center: http://support.omikai.com