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Bug

Th Gis.content.clone_items() function does not clone group layers in a map created in ArcGIS Online Map Viewer.

ArcGIS API for Python
Bug ID Number BUG-000169669
SubmittedAugust 1, 2024
Last ModifiedSeptember 30, 2025
Applies toArcGIS API for Python
Version found2.3.0
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version11.0 64 bit
StatusNon-Reproducible

Additional Information

This issue is fixed for the upcoming ArcGIS API for Python v2.4.0.

Workaround

Manually cloning and re-adding each of the layers to the group layer in the cloned map.  

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000169669

Software:

  • ArcGIS API for Python

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