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Bug

The Buffer tool fails to run and returns the following error message: "Error 000229 cannot open <value>."

Last Published: May 4, 2021 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000138978
SubmittedApril 13, 2021
Last ModifiedFebruary 14, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.6.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System VersionN/A
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

The issue is not reproducible in ArcGIS Pro and is not to be fixed in ArcMap.

Workaround

Use the Buffer tool in ModelBuilder.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000138978

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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