To make Covadis 17 fly on AutoCAD 2020, adjust these settings immediately:

: Includes native tools to overcome AutoCAD's classic limitations on snapping coordinates to massive point clouds, as well as easy 3D polyline generation from point cloud cross-sections. Advanced BIM Capability

: Seamless integration into the AutoCAD ribbon, ensuring that tools are intuitive for long-time CAD users. System Requirements and Compatibility

The most significant context for is that it was the last major release developed under the umbrella of GEO Media , the original French developer, before the company was acquired by Aveva (specifically Aveva Solutions, formerly known as EDS) in late 2019/early 2020.