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Bug

String parameters in a script tool only pass 30,000 characters to arcpy.GetParameterAsText to use when running the script tool from its Graphic User Interface (GUI).

Last Published: August 25, 2014 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM089651
SubmittedMarch 11, 2013
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version7 64 Bit
StatusNon-Reproducible

Additional Information

No Public Explanation

Workaround

Run the script tool from the Python window instead of the Graphic User Interface (GUI) when the string inputs are over 30,000 characters.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM089651

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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