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Bug

When a feature class is labeled using a field with a field name longer than 10 characters, exporting the layer as background data to shapefile via the ArcPad Data Manager toolbar generates an APL file referencing a randomly selected field to use for labeling.

Last Published: June 24, 2015 ArcPad
Bug ID Number BUG-000088252
SubmittedJune 10, 2015
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcPad
Version found10.2.2
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

1. Export the feature class to a shapefile, and check out the data. 2. Export as background data (to AXF layer). 3. Use a field with field name less than 10 characters. 4. Manually modify the APL file to reference the correct field. In ArcPad, modify the 'Labels using field' value in Layer Properties > Label tab.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000088252

Software:

  • ArcPad

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