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Bug

Saving a map document that contains OLE DB connection XY event layer with relative path names to a new location breaks the OLE DB connections.

Last Published: August 19, 2020 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM040356
SubmittedDecember 1, 2008
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found9.3
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

We apologize that we were unable to address this issue within the current product support cycle.  If the issue continues to affect your work in a supported release, please contact Technical Support.

Workaround

Always save in the original location or export the event layers to physical data (shapefiles, feature classes, etc.).

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM040356

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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