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Bug

Field Calculator fails when a feature layer contains the character '/'.

Last Published: May 8, 2020 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000130679
SubmittedMay 7, 2020
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.8
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

Do not use '/' within a layer name.

Workaround

  • Substitute '/' with another character or remove it from the layer name.
  • Option 2
  1. Export the feature layer to a new feature class (can be skipped if the feature class from which the feature layer is originated already contains the field which is to be used in Field Calculator).
  2. Open the Calculate Field (Data Management) tool.
  3. For Input Table, browse to the feature class through the file icon instead of selecting the feature layer from the drop-down list.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000130679

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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