Troubleshooting MCNP6.2 Error: l_list Too Small

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The forum discussion centers on troubleshooting the "l_list too small" error encountered in MCNP6.2, specifically in the subroutine mars_xs_init. The user reported this issue while attempting to run an input deck for tracking decay isotopes. A suggestion was made to check for the presence of bfld and bflcl input cards, which are essential for the 'mars' method used in ray tracing charged particles through a magnetic field. The discussion emphasizes the importance of providing a minimal input file to facilitate error diagnosis.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with MCNP6.2 simulation software
  • Understanding of the 'mars' method for ray tracing
  • Knowledge of input cards, specifically bfld and bflcl
  • Basic troubleshooting skills for computational errors
NEXT STEPS
  • Review MCNP6.2 documentation on input cards and their configurations
  • Learn about the 'mars' method and its application in charged particle simulations
  • Investigate common errors in MCNP6.2 and their resolutions
  • Practice creating minimal input files for debugging purposes
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This discussion is beneficial for MCNP users, computational physicists, and researchers involved in particle tracking simulations who are troubleshooting errors in their input decks.

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MCNP error code: bad trouble in subroutine mars_xs_init of imcn
Hi everyone,

I have used MCNP6.2 for few years. This is the first time that I encountered the error such as below:

bad trouble in subroutine mars_xs_init of imcn
l_list too small.

I tried to run an input deck and track a bunch of decay isotopes. Is anyone has similar error before? If you do, do you know what's the problem of this error? Thank you so much!
 
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I am out of my depth and posting only because no-one better has replied yet.

'mars' is a method used for ray tracing charged particles through a magnetic field. Do you have bfld and bflcl input cards?

If that doesn't help I can only suggest you post a minimal input file that produces the error and maybe someone will see the problem.
 

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