Bug
The GPDataFile data type is converted to GPString when publishing a geoprocessing tool to ArcGIS Server.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000138701 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | April 2, 2021 |
| Last Modified | June 5, 2024 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS GIS Server |
| Version found | 10.8.1 |
| Operating System | Windows OS |
| Operating System Version | 2019 64 Bit |
| Status | Will Not Be Addressed |
Additional Information
GPDataFile is out of date and using File or DEFile should be used instead.Workaround
- In ArcGIS Pro, open the edit window for the script.
- Change the output data type from GPDataFile to File.
- Save the script.
- Run the tool in ArcGIS Pro and publish the result as a new web tool.
- Notice when the data type is set to file in the source script, the Geoprocessing Service lists the output data type as GPDataFile.
File is not listed as a data type parameter for geoprocessing tools according to this documentation: https://pro.arcgis.com/en/pro-app/latest/arcpy/geoprocessing_and_python/defining-parameter-data-types-in-a-python-toolbox.htm
Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000138701
Software:
- ArcGIS GIS Server
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