Bug
Changing feature class subtype description removes connectivity rules for subtype in a geometric network.
| Bug ID Number | NIM047002 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | July 22, 2009 |
| Last Modified | April 2, 2025 |
| Applies to | ArcSDE/Enterprise Geodatabase |
| Version found | 9.3.1 |
| Status | Will Not Be Addressed |
Description
When the subtype description is changed for a feature class that participates in a geometric network, the connectivity rules associated with that feature class subtype are removed from the geometric network.The screen shot below shows the Geometric Network Properties dialog box configured with connectivity rules for a demo 'Fittings' feature class with subtype 2''x 2''x 2''.
![[O-Image] Configured Geometric Network Properties dialog box](https://webapps-cdn.esri.com/CDN/support-site/technical-articles-images/000010725/00N39000003LL24-0EM39000000wdCl.png)
When a description is modified for the feature class subtype (Change 2''x 2''x 2'' to 2''x 2''x 2''tee ), all connectivity rules are dropped:
![[O-Image]](https://webapps-cdn.esri.com/CDN/support-site/technical-articles-images/000010725/00N39000003LL24-0EM39000000wdCk.png)
Cause
This is a known issue.Workaround
Re-create all the connectivity rules for the feature class subtype in the geometric network.Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: NIM047002
Software:
- ArcSDE/Enterprise Geodatabase
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