Combine Common - unable to combine.

Hey all,

Ive got a problem that hopefully i can solve quickly with some help from you guys!

Basically I get the attached error whenever i attempt to execute a combine common command. This only happens for some reason when trying to combine the lattice and the whole shoe together.

If i attemtpt to recreate the error using the same lattice and part of the shoe (e.g the heel) then the command works perfectly.

My process is:

create the lattice using "unit cells" and linear patterning + combine/add to create the lattice bed.

in an assembly fix the lattice bed and insert the component (shoe or heel) and place it within the lattice bed. Save this as a part with all features saved

open this new part and attempt combine/common.

any help?

SolidworksAdministration