Diagnosis
What this notice means
A later shape point has a smaller shape_dist_traveled value than the previous point.
Operational effect
Why it matters
Apps cannot reliably use these distances to place stops along the route line.
Scope
Files to check and report fields
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Repair
How to fix it
- 1
Sort the reported shape by
shape_pt_sequenceand inspect both reported rows inshapes.txt. - 2
Correct the point order or recalculate cumulative distances from the start of the shape. Keep the units consistent with
stop_times.txt. - 3Check the result
After a repair, rebuild the archive and validate it again. Confirm that the affected records are correct and that no new related notices appeared. A reviewed warning or informational notice may remain when it describes intentional, supported data.
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