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Bug

The error message "Essential Apps Required" is returned when loading ArcGIS Enterprise Sites directly for the first time when using web-tier authentication such Integrated Windows Authentication (IWA) or public key infrastructure (PKI).

Portal for ArcGIS
Bug ID Number BUG-000168418
SubmittedJune 18, 2024
Last ModifiedMarch 21, 2025
Applies toPortal for ArcGIS
Version found11.3
Operating SystemN/A
Operating System VersionN/A
Version Fixed11.5
StatusFixed

Additional Information

This defect is addressed in the Portal for ArcGIS Security 2025 Update 1 Patch. The URL is: https://support.esri.com/en-us/patches-updates/2025/portal-for-arcgis-security-2025-update-1-patch Patches are available for versions 11.4, 11.3, 11.2, 11.1, and 10.9.1. Please refer to the “Issues addressed with this patch” section of the patch page to determine the version(s) where this defect is addressed.

Workaround

This only happens once unless the cache or logs to a new device are cleared. However, it still needs to be worked on for fixes.

Another workaround is to share it with the organization. Using Integrated Windows Authentication (IWA) requires the user to be a domain user, ensuring security is well covered and the message does not pop-up.

This defect is addressed in the Portal for ArcGIS Security 2025 Update 1 Patch. The URL is:

https://support.esri.com/en-us/patches-updates/2025/portal-for-arcgis-security-2025-update-1-patch

Patches are available for versions 11.4, 11.3, 11.2, 11.1, and 10.9.1. Please refer to the “Issues addressed with this patch” section of the patch page to determine the version(s) where this defect is addressed.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000168418

Software:

  • Portal for ArcGIS

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