meshing problem

Hi everyone,

some time ago i did a static analysis of a doubly symmetric structure. I used symmetry fixture and only analysed a quarter of the whole structure.

now i have been asked to do an analysis of the same structure under a load that is such that i cannot use symmetry anymore. so i added the remaining 3/4 of the structure, but now it will not mesh anymore. not even at tiny values for mesh width. i have checked for interferences, but there are none.

anyone any ideas? thanks!

Mark

SolidworksSimulation