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Bug

"ERROR 000042: Failed to create the address locator" is returned when creating an address locator (US Address - Dual Ranges, General - Single field) in an SDE geodatabase on the first attempt.

Last Published: December 23, 2015 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM078411
SubmittedFebruary 24, 2012
Last ModifiedApril 2, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.0
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

It is strongly recommended to store locators in a file folder. ArcGIS 10.4 is planned to be the last release of ArcGIS that supports storing locators in any geodatabase.

Workaround

Click OK on the 'Create address locator' wizard after receiving the error. The tool succeeds.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM078411

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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