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Bug

The 'KMLToLayer example 2 (stand-alone script)' documentation section contains a script showing an equivalency bug with the KML To Layer geoprocessing tool.

ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000161238
SubmittedSeptember 7, 2023
Last ModifiedSeptember 4, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version foundN/A
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
Version Fixed3.6
StatusFixed

Additional Information

This issue is addressed in ArcGIS Pro 3.6.

Workaround

Locate "arcpy.conversion.KMLToLayer(kmz, out_location)" and replace with "arcpy.conversion.KMLToLayer(os.path.join(arcpy.env.workspace, kmz), out_location)" in the script for IDLE Python environment 3.9.16.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000161238

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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