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Bug

Unable to create a second geodatabase using the Database Server instance (SQL Server Express) connection if the first geodatabase is connected.

Last Published: January 10, 2019 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000118803
SubmittedDecember 12, 2018
Last ModifiedAugust 6, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.6.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
Version Fixed10.7.0
StatusFixed

Workaround

Refresh the SQL Server instance from Database Server to close the first database connection to create a new geodatabase successfully.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000118803

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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