Exporting a shapefile using save_qgis.py error

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!save_qgis.py timeseries.h5 -g inputs/geometryGeo.h5 -o ts.shp

gather auxliary data files
TimeSeries: timeseries.h5
Velocity : velocity.h5
Coherence : temporalCoherence.h5
Mask : maskTempCoh.h5
Geometry : inputs/geometryGeo.h5
output shape file: ts.shp
output shape file: ts.shp exists, will be overwritten ....
number of points with time-series: 1945177
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "/home/anaconda3/envs/opensarlab_mintpy_recipe_book/bin/save_qgis.py", line 8, in
sys.exit(main())
File "/home/anaconda3/envs/opensarlab_mintpy_recipe_book/lib/python3.9/site-packages/mintpy/cli/save_qgis.py", line 69, in main
save_qgis(inps)
File "/home/anaconda3/envs/opensarlab_mintpy_recipe_book/lib/python3.9/site-packages/mintpy/save_qgis.py", line 245, in save_qgis
write_shape_file(fDict, inps.shp_file, box=box, zero_first=inps.zero_first)
File "/home/anaconda3/envs/opensarlab_mintpy_recipe_book/lib/python3.9/site-packages/mintpy/save_qgis.py", line 169, in write_shape_file
lats, lons = ut.get_lat_lon(ts_obj.metadata, geom_file=fDict['Geometry'], box=box)
File "/home/anaconda3/envs/opensarlab_mintpy_recipe_book/lib/python3.9/site-packages/mintpy/utils/utils0.py", line 471, in get_lat_lon
raise ValueError(msg)
ValueError: Can not get pixel-wise lat/lon!
meta dict is not geocoded and/or geometry file does not contains latitude/longitude dataset.

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Potential solution

The bug is caused by the get_lat_lon function in utils0.py, which fails to retrieve pixel-wise latitude and longitude data due to missing datasets in the geometry file or non-geocoded metadata. To solve this bug, we need to ensure that the geometry file contains the necessary 'latitude' and 'longitude' datasets and that the metadata is correctly geocoded. Additionally, we should add input validation and improve error handling to provide more informative messages.

What is causing this bug?

The bug is caused by the get_lat_lon function's inability to retrieve latitude and longitude data due to:

1. Missing Datasets: The geometry file does not contain the required 'latitude' and 'longitude' datasets.
2. Non-Geocoded Metadata: The metadata dictionary lacks geocoded information, such as 'Y_FIRST' and 'X_FIRST'.
3. Incorrect File Path or Corrupted File: The geometry file path might be incorrect, or the file could be corrupted, preventing access to the datasets.

Code

To address the bug, we can implement the following changes:

1. Input Validation: Add checks to ensure the geometry file contains the required datasets before proceeding.

import h5py

def validate_geometry_file(geom_file):
    with h5py.File(geom_file, 'r') as f:
        if 'latitude' not in f or 'longitude' not in f:
            raise ValueError("Geometry file must contain 'latitude' and 'longitude' datasets.")

2. Improved Error Messages: Modify the error message in get_lat_lon to provide more specific information.

def get_lat_lon(metadata, geom_file=None, box=None):
    if geom_file:
        with h5py.File(geom_file, 'r') as f:
            if 'latitude' not in f or 'longitude' not in f:
                raise ValueError("Geometry file is missing 'latitude' and 'longitude' datasets.")
    elif 'Y_FIRST' not in metadata or 'X_FIRST' not in metadata:
        raise ValueError("Metadata is not geocoded. Missing 'Y_FIRST' or 'X_FIRST'.")
    # Existing logic to retrieve lat/lon

3. Documentation: Update the documentation to clearly state the requirements for the geometry file.

How to replicate the bug

1. Ensure the geometry file (inputs/geometryGeo.h5) does not contain 'latitude' and 'longitude' datasets.
2. Run the command: !save_qgis.py timeseries.h5 -g inputs/geometryGeo.h5 -o ts.shp
3. Observe the ValueError indicating that pixel-wise lat/lon cannot be retrieved.

By implementing these changes, we can ensure that the script handles the geometry file correctly and provides clear guidance when errors occur.

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Changes on src/mintpy/cli/save_qgis.py

Analysis of src/mintpy/cli/save_qgis.py

Overview

The script save_qgis.py is designed to convert time-series data into a QGIS-compatible shapefile format. It takes a time-series HDF5 file and a geometry HDF5 file as inputs, along with optional parameters for output shapefile name and bounding boxes.

Key Components

1. Argument Parsing:

   • The script uses argparse to handle command-line arguments.
   • It requires a time-series file (ts_file) and a geometry file (geom_file).
   • Optional arguments include the output shapefile name (shp_file), pixel bounding box (pix_bbox), geographic bounding box (geo_bbox), and a flag to zero the first acquisition (zero_first).

2. Default Output Shapefile:

   • If the output shapefile name is not provided, it defaults to the base name of the time-series file with a .shp extension.

3. Main Functionality:

   • The main function parses the input arguments and calls the save_qgis function from the mintpy.save_qgis module.

Potential Issues

1. Geometry File Handling:

   • The script assumes that the geometry file provided contains the necessary latitude and longitude datasets. If these datasets are missing or the file is not geocoded, it leads to the error observed in the issue report.

2. Error Handling:

   • The current script does not perform any validation on the geometry file before passing it to the save_qgis function. This can lead to unhandled exceptions if the file is not suitable.

Recommendations

1. Input Validation:

   • Add checks to ensure that the geometry file contains the required datasets before proceeding. This can prevent the script from failing later in the process.

2. Improved Error Messages:

   • Enhance error handling to provide more informative messages if the geometry file is not suitable. This can help users diagnose issues more effectively.

3. Documentation:

   • Ensure that the documentation clearly states the requirements for the geometry file, including the need for geocoded data with latitude and longitude datasets.

Conclusion

The script's handling of the geometry file is likely contributing to the bug reported. By adding input validation and improving error messages, the script can be made more robust and user-friendly.

Changes on src/mintpy/utils/utils0.py

Analysis of get_lat_lon Function in utils0.py

The get_lat_lon function is responsible for extracting pixel-wise latitude and longitude from metadata or a geometry file. The function raises a ValueError if it cannot retrieve this information, which is the error encountered in the user's issue.

Potential Causes of the Bug

1. Missing Latitude/Longitude Datasets: The error message indicates that the geometry file does not contain the necessary latitude and longitude datasets. The function checks for the presence of 'latitude' and 'longitude' datasets in the geometry file. If these datasets are missing, the function will raise a ValueError.

2. Non-Geocoded Metadata: If the metadata dictionary does not contain geocoded information (i.e., 'Y_FIRST' is not present), the function will also raise a ValueError. This suggests that the metadata might not be in the expected format or lacks necessary geocoding attributes.

3. Incorrect File Path or Corrupted File: If the geometry file path is incorrect or the file is corrupted, the function might not be able to access the datasets, leading to the error.

Recommendations for Fixing the Bug

1. Verify Geometry File: Ensure that the geometry file (inputs/geometryGeo.h5) contains the 'latitude' and 'longitude' datasets. If these datasets are missing, the file might need to be regenerated or corrected.

2. Check Metadata: Verify that the metadata dictionary is correctly populated with geocoded information. Ensure that keys like 'Y_FIRST', 'X_FIRST', 'Y_STEP', and 'X_STEP' are present if the geometry file is not used.

3. Improve Error Messages: Modify the error message to provide more specific information about what is missing. For example, indicate whether the issue is with the geometry file or the metadata.

4. Add Fallback Mechanism: Consider adding a fallback mechanism that attempts to derive latitude and longitude from other available data if the primary method fails.

By addressing these areas, the function can be made more robust and provide clearer guidance when errors occur.

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