In 12.1, MAP begins to automatically insert a macro that instantiates any unused GTXs for Virtex-6 FPGA designs, see(Xilinx Answer 35055).
Due to this macro insertion, NetGen creates a timing netlist with X_GTXE1 and X_STARTUP_VIRTEX6 blocks which causes intermittent failures in timing simulation. The macro insertion also requires a SecureIP license to simulate since GTXE1 is a hardIP.
To work around this issue,
1) Set the XIL_NETGEN_REMOVE_GTXE1 environment variable to 1. This variable removes all the auto-inserted primitives from the simulation netlist.
For more information about setting environment variables, see Xilinx Answer 11630.
2) Download and install the following patch:
http://www.xilinx.com/txpatches/pub/swhelp/ise12_updates/ar35514.zip
This patch will remove references to the X_STARTUP_VIRTEX6 block in the SDF file. Use the readme.txt file for installation instructions.
3) Regenerate the timing netlist by using "ReRun" on the "Generate/Simulate Post-Place and Route Simulation Model" process, or by re-running the Netgen command used to generate the timing netlist.
For further help on this issue, please contact Xilinx Technical Support using one of the contact methods shown in the Support page.
| Answer Number | Answer Title | Version Found | Version Resolved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35571 | 12.1 ISE Simulator (ISim) - ERROR: Can not find hierarchical name STARTUP_V6_PWRUP_GTXE1_ML_INSERTED in the current scope. | N/A | N/A |