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Bug

Creating an address locator from ArcMap 10.8.2 fails and returns "Error 000042: Failed to create the address locator. Attribute column not found." error message.

Last Published: April 18, 2023 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000157222
SubmittedApril 4, 2023
Last ModifiedApril 15, 2026
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.8.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

Unable to address this issue within the current product support cycle. If the issue persists, contact Esri Support Services.

Workaround

  • Create a locator with reference data from SQL Server or Oracle databases. The issue is only reproducible with data from a Db2 database.
  • Create a locator with nonversioned data when using reference data from a Db2 database.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000157222

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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