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Bug

ArcGIS StoryMaps Map Tour with categorized layout created from a feature layer will fail to load with "Hmm there seems to be an issue" error if the Category Field is removed from the feature layer schema.

ArcGIS StoryMaps
Bug ID Number BUG-000181397
SubmittedDecember 3, 2025
Last ModifiedDecember 12, 2025
Applies toArcGIS StoryMaps
Version foundOctober 2025
Operating SystemN/A
Operating System VersionN/A
StatusIn Product Plan

Workaround

Add a field with same name as the original Category Field to the dataset, then open the StoryMap in Edit mode and change the Category Field to a field that will remain in the dataset.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000181397

Software:

  • ArcGIS StoryMaps

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