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Bug

Running the arcpy.Describe() function using ArcGIS Pro 3.3.x results in the creation of a lock file on the feature class in the file geodatabase, which need to be cleared by the arcpy.management.ClearWorkspaceCache() function or manually exiting IDLE.

ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000171463
SubmittedOctober 14, 2024
Last ModifiedNovember 11, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found3.3.2
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
StatusAs Designed

Additional Information

This lock is as designed and can be removed using the arcpy.ClearWorkspaceCache() function as mentioned in the What's New in ArcGIS Pro 3.3 documentation. Refer https://pro.arcgis.com/en/pro-app/3.3/get-started/whats-new-in-arcgis-pro.htm#:~:text=sources%2C%20such%20as-,enterprise%20geodatabases,- for more information. The geoprocessing framework uses workspace caching to improve performance when running scripts or repeated processes. This improvement applies particularly to remote data sources such as enterprise geodatabases. Note: In some cases, workspace caching may result in schema locks. Use the Clear Workspace Cache tool to clear the cache and free any locks.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000171463

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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