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A stop's distance places it far from its real location

stop_too_far_from_shape_using_user_distance
Severity
WARNING
Files to check
3
Report fields
0
Documentation
Curated

Diagnosis

What this notice means

The stop-time shape_dist_traveled points to a position on the shape that is far from the stop's coordinates.

Operational effect

Why it matters

The distance value may place the stop on the wrong part of a loop or route.

Scope

Files to check and report fields

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Repair

How to fix it

  1. 1

    Compare the reported stop, shape, and distance-derived match. Check units and the distance origin in both files.

  2. 2

    Recalculate the stop's cumulative distance on the correct shape, or fix an inaccurate coordinate or shape assignment. Do not fabricate distances.

  3. 3
    Check 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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