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Bug

When trying to overwrite a shapefile in a Python script that is open in another program display, the error message, "File already exists", is displayed.

Last Published: August 25, 2014 No Product Found
Bug ID Number NIM013537
SubmittedDecember 7, 2007
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toNo Product Found
Version found9.2
Version Fixed9.3
StatusFixed

Workaround

Make sure that the shapefile is not in use or being viewed by other programs.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM013537

Software:

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