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Bug

Changes made in the original project package in ArcGIS Pro are also performed in the renamed copy of it.

Last Published: July 19, 2022 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000149042
SubmittedMay 6, 2022
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.9.2
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
StatusAs Designed

Additional Information

When a project package is opened, the contents are extracted to the user's profile and appended with a unique ID. By default, project packages are unpacked in the '\ArcGIS\Packages' folder. Then, the .aprx (ArcGIS Pro project) file contained within is opened with ArcGIS Pro. Subsequent versions of the same package, even if renamed, still refer to this cached location. When changes are made to a project associated with a project package, the changes are made to the .aprx in the extracted location.

Workaround

There are a few options to achieve the desired result:

  • After making changes to the project, choose 'save as' to create a new separate copy.
  • Double-click on the .ppkx. and use the extract package geoprocessing tool. The extracted .aprx file opens directly.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000149042

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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