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Bug

The output of GDB INFO tables merged using the Merge tool, and saved in a user-created geodatabase, does not add to the display/table of contents if the background processing option is disabled.

Last Published: August 19, 2020 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM077782
SubmittedFebruary 1, 2012
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.0
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System VersionXP
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

We apologize that we were unable to address this issue within the current product support cycle.  If the issue continues to affect your work in a supported release, please contact Technical Support.

Workaround

Workaround 1: From the menu bar, choose Geoprocessing -> Geoprocessing options... > Enable 'Background Processing.'Workaround 2: Save the output of the Merge tool in the default geodatabase. That automatically adds the output to the display. Then, export the table to the necessary location.Workaround 3: Create a model using ModelBuilder for the same scenario, right-click the Output Dataset, and choose Add to Display from the context menu.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM077782

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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