May 2019 - last edited May 2019
Problem
When I tell my Sim to cook something, they refuse to do it. Either they just stand around or they wave as if they can't get to something.
Cause
There are several causes to this issue
Solution
Please post in this thread if none of these work for you.
Best to post a picture of your setup and/or upload the build to your gallery and post the link here.
Good Luck
Crin
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May 2019
I'd like to add that a few light fixtures can also cause issues of this sort as well, especially if you tend to use incorrectly sized ceiling objects near counters, the fridge, or the stove.
I've been noticing this issue when I was making an Elven-style kitchen using recolored ceiling lights from the Holiday Stuff Pack. The Festive Ceiling Light for example can cause routing issues when placed in a low-walled room.
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- B
June 2019
I've been having a problem where my Sim cannot cook. Every time I try to, she starts cooking but then stops halfway. I click to resume cooking, and she acts as if there is something blocking her way. I've tried moving the stove to even the middle of the floor, but she still won't. I've tried reinstalling my game, deleting Origin data folders, repairing the game thru Origin, restarting, and I've been through 3 EA tech support chats, but they couldn't fix it and reffered me here. Please help, my Sim can't live off chips and oatmeal for long
June 2019 - last edited June 2019
@ElliePlex
There can be some food left inside the oven. Replace this stove with another one.
Something can block the table on which she prepares food.
Another reason may be that you have CC that has broken this interaction in the game. If you have any mods or CC move mods folder to the desktop and try without it.
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June 2019
I don't have any mods or CCs. My game is vanilla, except for 1 free Holiday DLC. I tried replacing the oven, but it didn't help. She still acts like there's something blocking her path.
June 2019 - last edited June 2019
@ElliePlexi
Did you try to travel with this sim to find if she will have this issue in another house too?
Save your current game using the option "save as" and start a new game with the same sim and some random sim.
You can put in the empty lot only fridge, table and stove to see how it will be work on another lot and in the new save. You can quit this test game without saving
June 2019 - last edited June 2019 by EA_Lanna
Update: i just started a new game using my character, it worked
i started a new game, created a random character, built an empty lot and just put a fridge, stove, and counter. that seemed to work for him. now how do i get it to work with my main character? do i need to move to a new lot? or start a new game with her saved character?
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June 2019 - last edited June 2019
Thanks for the post! I tried everything you suggested, and still isn't working for me. My sim typically uses the clear counter next to the stove to prepare food. I deleted it to route to another counter and the other free counters under the double window also didn't work. I raised the windows, I raised the pot rack, I deleted and replaced counters, cleared clutter. Any suggestions would be great! Thanks!
P.S. Specifically only happens when bowls are involved. I can cook salads and have sandwiches.
June 2019
Good Luck
Crin
I don't work or have any association with EA. I give advice to the best of my knowledge and cannot be held responsible for any damage done to your computer/game.
Please only contact me via PM when asked to do so.
Important Threads
June 2019