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Bug

If an .xlsx file is used for a join, the join is not maintained when dragging a feature class to a new ArcMap instance.

Last Published: August 8, 2017 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000102582
SubmittedFebruary 1, 2017
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.4.1
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

.xlsx files are not supported for joins. Please convert your file to .xls. See documentation here: http://support.esri.com/en/technical-article/000008968. Additionally, you can run the Excel to Table Conversion tool to create a table in your geodatabase.

Workaround

Use an .xls file for the join.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000102582

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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