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Bug

When running the Refresh Excel tool, the tool fails to execute and the error message, "ERROR 999999: Something unexpected caused the tool to fail. Contact Esri Technical Support (http://esriurl.com/support) to Report a Bug, and refer to the error help for potential solutions or workarounds" is returned.

Last Published: April 8, 2022 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000147820
SubmittedMarch 22, 2022
Last ModifiedJune 21, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.9
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0
Version Fixed3.0
StatusFixed

Workaround

During an in-house reproducing, the error message, "ERROR 999999" is returned if the worksheet, saved in the C drive, is added to a map. The tool runs successfully when the worksheet is not on the map, even if no edits are made. 

For the user, the error message, "ERROR 999999," occurs when the worksheet from the network drive is added, but not when the file is moved to a C drive. 

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000147820

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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