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Bug

ArcGIS Version 9.3.1 Service Pack 2 does not allow saving a .mxt file into a .mxd file directly.

Last Published: June 4, 2021 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM074900
SubmittedNovember 3, 2011
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found9.3.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System VersionXP
StatusNon-Reproducible

Additional Information

This issue is not reproducible in ArcMap 10.8.1.

Workaround

  1. Open a blank map session, and load the .mxt file. 
  2. Save the map document as a .mxd file.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM074900

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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