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Bug

Interoperability Connection does not read the projection of the AutoCAD (dwg) data

Last Published: August 25, 2014 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM071293
SubmittedAugust 2, 2011
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.0
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version7
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

ArcGIS does not support Autodesks coordinate systems. You will need to assign a esri Corrdinate system to the cad file.

Workaround

- After the data is added using Interoperability Connection, right-click the data frame, and click Data Frame Properties > Coordinate System tab.- Import > Navigate to the folder with the saved file and select it. This imports the coordinate system from the file.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM071293

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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