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Bug

The error message, "Folder contains invalid characters" is returned when a web layer is published to the ArcGIS Online folder, which contains a space between words or a '/'.

Last Published: January 2, 2018 ArcGIS Online
Bug ID Number BUG-000100645
SubmittedNovember 8, 2016
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Online
Version found4.3
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version8.1
Version Fixed2.2
StatusFixed

Workaround

  • Publish the web layer to the ArcGIS Online root folder.
  • Once the web layer is published, move the folder to an appropriate folder.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000100645

Software:

  • ArcGIS Online

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