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Bug

Attempting to label features from PostgreSQL based on the st_area(shape) or st_length(shape) field in ArcGIS 10.4.1 fails with an error, "Invalid column data type".

Last Published: February 18, 2015 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000084936
SubmittedJanuary 30, 2015
Last ModifiedApril 2, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.3
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

We apologize that we were unable to address this issue within the current product support cycle. If the issue continues to affect your work in a supported release, please contact Technical Support.

Workaround

Field calculate the values into another field.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000084936

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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