Bug
After creating a buffer in ArcMap using WGS 1984 Web Mercator (Auxiliary Sphere) and publishing the layer to ArcGIS Online, the buffer distance shows incorrect values.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000087488 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | May 6, 2015 |
| Last Modified | December 3, 2024 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS Online |
| Version found | 3.7 |
| Operating System | N/A |
| Operating System Version | N/A |
| Status | Will Not Be Addressed |
Additional Information
The development team has considered the issue or request and concluded it will not be addressed in the current release cycle. If this is still a concern, contact Esri Support Services.Workaround
- Change the projection to GCS_WGS_1984, create the buffers, and publish to ArcGIS Online.
- Publish the data with WGS 1984 Web Mercator (Auxiliary Sphere) to ArcGIS Online and create the buffer using the Buffer tool under the Perform Analysis tab in ArcGIS Online.
Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000087488
Software:
- ArcGIS Online
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