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Bug

Standalone scripts for adding a Python toolbox (.pyt) using the arcpy.AddToolbox function fails with the following error message, "Toolbox does not exist" returned when using the variable 'toolbox' to define the toolbox path or any other value in the script.

Last Published: December 18, 2017 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000109404
SubmittedNovember 9, 2017
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.5.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version2012 R2
Version Fixed3.2
StatusFixed

Additional Information

This issue is addressed in ArcGIS Pro 3.2.

Workaround

Replace the variable 'toolbox' with any other text variable.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000109404

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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