Layer Properties dialog Source tab for event layer (XY or route) doesn't show full path to missing table.
Last Published: August 25, 2014No Product Found
Bug ID Number
NIM003339
Submitted
July 14, 2006
Last Modified
June 5, 2024
Applies to
No Product Found
Version found
9.2
Status
Will Not Be Addressed
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Description
When data source paths for a map document are lost, XY event layers do not store the full path to the reference table.
Cause
This is a known limitation affecting XY event layers created through the 'Display XY Data' command available by right-clicking any table in the table of contents.
Workaround
Consider using the Make XY Event Layer tool to create a layer that retains the path to the originating table if that source is no longer accessible.
The Make XY Event Layer tool is available in ArcToolbox > Data Management Tools > Layers and Table Views toolset.