# The reason why GenParaMesh is not working properly is unclear

**URL:** <https://discourse.slicer.org/t/the-reason-why-genparamesh-is-not-working-properly-is-unclear/30912>\
**Category:** Support\
**Created:** [August 1, 2023, 3:27pm UTC](https://discourse.slicer.org/t/the-reason-why-genparamesh-is-not-working-properly-is-unclear/30912 "2023-08-01T15:27:49Z")\
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**Author:** ![peco0912](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/e79b87/32.png) [@peco0912](https://discourse.slicer.org/u/peco0912)\
**Post date:** [August 1, 2023, 3:27pm UTC](https://discourse.slicer.org/t/the-reason-why-genparamesh-is-not-working-properly-is-unclear/30912/1 "2023-08-01T15:27:49Z")

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Operating system: Windows11  
Slicer version: Slicer 5.2.2  
Expected behavior:  
"I want to explore the differences in the morphology between groups using the Shape Variation Analyzer. To achieve this, I want to generate shape datasets compatible with this analysis using SPHARM-PDM.  
Actual behavior: I am facing difficulties with GenParaMesh as it seems to be stuck in a continuous calculation process. When I use the data importer to read the VTK files, the consistency appears to be maintained. However, when I check the ‘Use as template’ option, inconsistencies arise.The shape topology is in the form of a sphere. I need your help, please.