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Bug

"Bad connection handle" error returned when attempting to connect to ArcGIS Pro 3.2.0 and above with a SQL Server authenticated username that is about to expire.

ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000169647
SubmittedAugust 1, 2024
Last ModifiedJune 9, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found3.2.2
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
Version Fixed3.4, 3.3.4, 3.2.5
StatusFixed

Additional Information

This issue is addressed in ArcGIS Pro 3.4, 3.3.4, and 3.2.5.

Workaround

Update the password in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000169647

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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