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Bug

The output from the Clip tool is empty when performed on a point data set that contains only one feature and an XY tolerance is applied.

Last Published: June 9, 2016 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM057863
SubmittedJune 1, 2010
Last ModifiedApril 28, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found9.3.1
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

This is not the intended use of the XY Tolerance parameter. Please See the Feature Class Basics topic in the doc.

Workaround

Do not run clip with an XY tolerance set on a point data set that has only one feature.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM057863

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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