Bug
The Excel To Table tool does not create proper field types.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000091474 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | October 16, 2015 |
| Last Modified | June 5, 2024 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS for Desktop |
| Version found | 10.3.1 |
| Status | Non-Reproducible |
Additional Information
The document was fixed a few releases ago. The output field type is controlled by all field values, not just the first 8.Workaround
Convert the field to a new field type in ArcMap after importing by using the Calculate Field tool.This knowledgebase article states it is only for older versions of ArcMap but works in newer versions as well:Article # 34315: Change the data type for an existing field<a href="http://support.esri.com/em/knowledgebase/techarticles/detail/34315" target="_blank">http://support.esri.com/em/knowledgebase/techarticles/detail/34315</a>Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000091474
Software:
- ArcGIS for Desktop
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