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Bug

The field names are not maintained when exporting to the shapefile format for a layer with a temporary join in ArcGIS Pro.

Last Published: June 12, 2019 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000122920
SubmittedJune 7, 2019
Last ModifiedJune 2, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.3.3
Operating SystemN/A
Operating System VersionN/A
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

Shapefile/dBase files have a limitation on field lenght of 10 characters. The input field names have to be truncated due to the limitations of that data format.

Workaround

  • In ArcMap, use temporary or permanent join and export to shapefile or feature class.
  • In ArcGIS Pro, export to a feature class in a geodatabase using permanent or temporary join.
  • When exporting to shapefile, use a permanent join instead of temporary join.

 

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000122920

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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