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Bug

The Copy Tool fails with the following errors, Error 999999 and Error 000260 Failed to copy, when input data is part of inline variable substitution.

Last Published: December 30, 2020 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000135744
SubmittedNovember 26, 2020
Last ModifiedJuly 4, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.6.3
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
Version Fixed2.9
StatusFixed

Workaround

  • Create the model in ArcMap and utilize the same model in ArcGIS Pro. The model works successfully with no issues.
  • Create a workspace variable and add the inline variable substitution within it. Connect this variable as the input to the tool.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000135744

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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