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Bug

When a Geographic JavaScript Object Notation (GeoJSON) file containing numeric values in text fields is published to ArcGIS Online, the text fields are automatically converted to short or long integer fields based on the numeric content.

ArcGIS Online
Bug ID Number BUG-000180598
SubmittedOctober 30, 2025
Last ModifiedApril 20, 2026
Applies toArcGIS Online
Version foundN/A
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version11.0 64 bit
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

This is currently a known limitation with GeoJSON. Unfortunately, this behavior cannot be modified at this time.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000180598

Software:

  • ArcGIS Online

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