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Bug

The task fails when a geoprocessing (GP) tool overwrites a layer in a map, and subsequent tasks that depend on that layer as input may fail.

ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000178659
SubmittedAugust 12, 2025
Last ModifiedSeptember 24, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found3.5.2
Operating SystemWindows Server
Operating System Version2025
Version Fixed3.6
StatusFixed

Workaround

The GP tool overwrites the original layer, causing the input reference to become invalid. In some cases, the tool replaces the input layer with another layer unexpectedly, leading to errors. Configure the GP tool to output to a new layer instead of overwriting the existing one.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000178659

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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