Bug
ArcGIS Desktop cannot open the table containing varchar(max) field if the field has more than 255 characters and the table is not registered with SDE.
| Bug ID Number | NIM046542 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | June 26, 2009 |
| Last Modified | April 2, 2025 |
| Applies to | ArcSDE/Enterprise Geodatabase |
| Version found | 9.3 |
| Operating System | Windows OS |
| Operating System Version | XP |
| Version Fixed | 9.4 |
| Status | Fixed |
Workaround
1. Cast the varchar(max) field to varchar(8000).2. Register the table with SDE.Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: NIM046542
Software:
- ArcSDE/Enterprise Geodatabase
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