Bug
When using a shapefile or feature class as input for the Make XY Event Layer geoprocessing tool, the output layer contains two Shape fields, preventing export of the event layer to a shapefile.
| Bug ID Number | NIM075822 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | November 30, 2011 |
| Last Modified | June 5, 2024 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS for Desktop |
| Version found | 10.0 |
| Operating System | Windows OS |
| Operating System Version | 7 |
| Status | Known Limit |
Additional Information
Use gp's CopyFeatures or FeatureclassToFeatureclass tools to export.Workaround
1. Right-click the desired layer in the table of contents and click Open Attribute Table.2. Choose the Table Options drop-downand click Export.3. Select the Output Table file browser and navigate to the location where the output DBF is to be stored. Click Save > OK > Yes.4. Right-click the newly created DBF in the table of contents and select Display XY Data.5. Choose the X and Y fields and click OK.Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: NIM075822
Software:
- ArcGIS for Desktop
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