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Bug

Attempting to store a symbol item to the newly created .style file in ArcMap results in the following error, "*.style This file is in use. Enter a new name or close the file that's open in another program."

Last Published: March 17, 2017 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000103567
SubmittedMarch 11, 2017
Last ModifiedApril 28, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.5
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0
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

Restart ArcMap, and save the style item to the newly created .style file, or save the same style item in the default .style file.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000103567

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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