laptop and a wrench

Bug

In ArcGIS Pro 3.6, attempting to open the attached DWG file returns the “External component has thrown an exception” error message.

ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000181502
SubmittedDecember 8, 2025
Last ModifiedJanuary 7, 2026
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found3.6
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version11.0 64 bit
Version Fixed3.7
StatusFixed

Additional Information

This issue is addressed in ArcGIS Pro 3.7.

Workaround

Downgrade to ArcGIS Pro 3.5.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000181502

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

Get notified when the status of a bug changes

Download the Esri Support App

Discover more on this topic

Get help from ArcGIS experts

Contact technical support

Download the Esri Support App

Go to download options