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Bug

A spatial index (.sbx and .sbn files) is not created when there is a %Name% in the output name of the batch geoprocessing tools in ArcGIS Pro.

Last Published: June 5, 2021 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000139654
SubmittedMay 5, 2021
Last ModifiedAugust 27, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.8
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0
Version Fixed3.6
StatusFixed

Additional Information

This issue is addressed in ArcGIS Pro 3.6.

Workaround

Run the AddSpatialIndex tool against the output. Use a geodatabase output format.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000139654

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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