PROBLEM
In ArcMap, the Item Description window provides concise item metadata. In some instances, the item metadata is not displayed in the Description tab of the Item Description window. A message suggesting a change to the metadata style is displayed in the window, as shown in the image below.
This issue occurs when item metadata is viewed in a different metadata style than was used when it was created. The metadata available for viewing and editing in the Description tab is determined by the current metadata style. Refer to ArcMap: About viewing metadata for more information.
To resolve the issue, change the metadata style to the one that was used when the metadata was created. Complete the steps below:
The item metadata is displayed according to the selected metadata style, as shown below.
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