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Bug

Custom script tools can delete output parameters without enough warning.

Last Published: July 31, 2017 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000100720
SubmittedNovember 10, 2016
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.3.1
Operating SystemN/A
Operating System VersionN/A
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

By design 'Overwrite = True' deletes the data on disk and writes out new data with the same name and provides an appropriate message. The user needs to uncheck the overwrite option OR give their output another name, if s/he wants to prevent their previously created data to be deleted/overwritten.

Workaround

Use folder as parameter of type input.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000100720

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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