Bug
The Map To KML tool distorts the shape of buffers created with the Buffer tool in ArcGIS Pro.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000169163 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | July 15, 2024 |
| Last Modified | July 31, 2025 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS Pro |
| Version found | 3.3 |
| Operating System | Windows OS |
| Operating System Version | 10.0 64 Bit |
| Status | In Product Plan |
Additional Information
The issue only occurs with the input layer's perfect circle or curve geometries. When converting to KML, these curves are projected to WGS84 with some distortion.Workaround
- Use the Project tool to project the layer to WGS84 with the Preserve Shape parameter checked, then convert the projected layer to KML.
- Alternatively, use the Pairwise Buffer or Buffer tool with the Geodesic method to create the buffers.
- Another option is to use the Generalize editing tool with the Densify option to add vertices around the circle. This preserves the shape when converting to KML.
Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000169163
Software:
- ArcGIS Pro
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