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, 2017ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number
BUG-000102582
Submitted
February 1, 2017
Last Modified
June 5, 2024
Applies to
ArcGIS for Desktop
Version found
10.4.1
Status
Known Limit
After review by the development team, it has been determined that this issue is related to a known limitation with the software that lies outside of Esri's control. The issue's Additional Information section may contain further explanation.
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.