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Bug

Adding CSV files to ArcGIS Pro changes the text field length to 8000.

Last Published: January 18, 2021 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000136798
SubmittedJanuary 15, 2021
Last ModifiedJuly 8, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.5.2
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

This is the expected behavior. A schema.ini file can be edited to control the field length as desired. Refer to BUG-000086039 for more information.

Workaround

  • Use .xls or .xlsx.
  • Export the table to .gdb, and manually change the character limits of the fields to 255.
  • Use the Table To Excel tool.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000136798

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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