BUG

Unable to sign in to ArcGIS Online from ArcGIS Pro using Google credentials

Last Published: July 16, 2021

Description

When signing in to ArcGIS Online from ArcGIS Pro using Google credentials, the following errors are returned:

An error has occurred in the script on this page.

and

Google Couldn't sign you in

This is logged as BUG-000127774.

Note:
This issue also affects ArcMap users, and a workaround for that product is found in Bug: Unable to sign in to ArcGIS Online from ArcMap using Google credentials.

Cause

The issue occurs because a script on the Google sign-in web page is incompatible with the Internet Explorer version used for the embedded browser dialog in ArcGIS Pro.

Workaround

Configure the Internet Explorer version of the web browser using a registry key.

Warning
The instructions below include making changes to essential parts of the operating system. Esri recommends performing a backup of the operating system and files, including the registry, before proceeding. 

Esri cannot guarantee results from incorrect modifications while following these instructions. Exercise caution. Consult a qualified computer systems professional if necessary.
  1. Click Start > Run.
  2. Type regedit in the Open box and click OK.
  3. Browse to the following registry key:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main\FeatureControl\FEATURE_BROWSER_EMULATION
  1. Add a new DWORD (32-bit) Value for ArcGISPro.exe.
  2. Right-click FEATURE_BROWSER_EMULATION, and click New > DWORD (32-bit) Value.
  3. Name the key ArcGISPro.exe.
  4. Right-click the key, and click Modify.
  5. Modify the key Value data to 2af9, and click OK.
Note:
Delete the browsing history in Internet Options to clear Google credentials used with ArcGIS Pro.

Article ID:000022667

Software:
  • ArcGIS Online
  • ArcGIS Pro 2 x

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