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Bug

The error message "Error 160228: The user does not have permission to execute the operation" is returned when running the Add Join tool on a branch version feature layer and file geodatabase feature class.

ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000160323
SubmittedAugust 1, 2023
Last ModifiedOctober 9, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found3.1.2
Operating SystemN/A
Operating System VersionN/A
Version Fixed3.6
StatusFixed

Additional Information

This issue is addressed in ArcGIS Pro 3.6.

Workaround

Uncheck the Index Joined Fields check box.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000160323

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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