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Bug

Checking out to AXF causes a crash if the maximum number of fields and/or number of characters in field names is reached.

Last Published: August 31, 2014 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM078434
SubmittedFebruary 24, 2012
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.0
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version7
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Description

If a feature class exceeds the maximum number of fields and/or the maximum number of characters in the field names when checking data out to AXF format using the ArcPad Data Manager toolbar, ArcMap crashes for some users.

Cause

This is a known size limitation of 255 field characters in the AXF file, which is a limitation of Microsoft SQL Server Compact Edition.

Workaround

Create a new field and limit the name to 254 characters or less.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM078434

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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