Bug
The compare() method fails and returns the error message "TypeError: '<' not supported between instances of 'Point' and 'Point'" when comparing geometries in ArcGIS API for Python 2.4.1.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000177928 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | July 16, 2025 |
| Last Modified | July 23, 2025 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS API for Python |
| Version found | 2.4.1 |
| Operating System | Windows OS |
| Operating System Version | 11.0 64 bit |
| Version Fixed | 2.4.2 |
| Status | Fixed |
Workaround
# Geometry comparison
geom_difference= ~sdf1['SHAPE'].equals(sdf2['SHAPE']) # gives True if they are unequal
geom_difference
Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000177928
Software:
- ArcGIS API for Python
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