Bug
The arcpy.Exists() function returns true on feature classes existing in another workspace or in schemas within geodatabases in a PostgreSQL database. The function does not respect "arcpy.env.workspace" defined before.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000160167 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | July 26, 2023 |
| Last Modified | June 9, 2026 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS Pro |
| Version found | 3.1.1 |
| Operating System | Windows OS |
| Operating System Version | 10.0 64 Bit |
| Status | As Designed |
Additional Information
arcpy.Exists just checks for the existence of the table based on its name. The table's contents and properties may or may not be accessible based on permissions, i.e., "Cannot open table" errors.Workaround
Do not use a long name such as 'prune.gisviewer.twiter', but a shorter name such as 'twiter' returns false.
Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000160167
Software:
- ArcGIS Pro
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