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Bug

In ArcGIS Maps for Office, geocoding using country name fails to locate certain countries.

Last Published: January 10, 2019 ArcGIS for Office
Bug ID Number BUG-000108234
SubmittedSeptember 21, 2017
Last ModifiedAugust 7, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Office
Version found4.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version7.0 64 Bit
Version Fixed5.0
StatusFixed

Workaround

Use country codes. Refer to the following link, http://www.geonames.org/countries/.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000108234

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Office

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