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Bug

Unable to add a Keyhole Markup Language (KML) file to ArcGIS Experience Builder in ArcGIS Online using the Add Data widget, and the following error message: “Unable to load KML: Internal KML parser error.” is returned.

ArcGIS Online
Bug ID Number BUG-000162777
SubmittedNovember 7, 2023
Last ModifiedAugust 20, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Online
Version foundOct 2023
Operating SystemN/A
Operating System VersionN/A
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

The Add Data widget does not currently support KMZ files.

Workaround

  1. Add the KML file to My Content.
  2. Open the web app, click the Add Data widget, and click Search.
  3. Search for the KML file uploaded and add it to the web app. The data can be added without issue.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000162777

Software:

  • ArcGIS Online

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