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Bug

When connecting to a database using ArcGIS 10.1, data in the database table with special characters (like a hyphen in the field names) is not viewable.

Last Published: September 13, 2016 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM084484
SubmittedSeptember 7, 2012
Last ModifiedApril 2, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.1
Version Fixed10.5.0
StatusFixed

Workaround

If necessary, create the table requiring a hyphen in the field name of an SDE-enabled geodatabase.For a non-SDE geodatabase, use an underscore instead of a hyphen.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM084484

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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