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Bug

The maximum number of fields in a shapefile is 255 as per in ESRI documentation but users are able to create a maximum of 1024 fields in a shapefile in ArcGIS Pro.

Last Published: September 14, 2021 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000142412
SubmittedAugust 23, 2021
Last ModifiedJune 29, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.7
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
Version Fixed2.9
StatusFixed

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000142412

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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