Bug
In ArcMap 10.3.1 and later, when setting a data source from a mapped drive to a UNC path, the path change is not reflected in the Layer Properties or the Table of Contents.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000096779 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | May 27, 2016 |
| Last Modified | May 31, 2023 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS for Desktop |
| Version found | 10.3.1 |
| Operating System | Windows OS |
| Operating System Version | 2008 R2 64 Bit |
| Status | Will Not Be Addressed |
Additional Information
We apologize that we were unable to address this issue within the current product support cycle. If the issue continues to affect your work in a supported release, please contact Technical Support. Note that ArcGIS 10.8.2 is the current release of ArcGIS Desktop and will enter Mature Support in March 2024 (https://support.esri.com/en-us/products/arcmap/life-cycle). There are no plans to release an ArcGIS Desktop 10.9, and we recommend that you migrate to ArcGIS Pro. See Migrate from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro (https://www.esri.com/en-us/arcgis/products/arcgis-pro/resources/migrate) for more information.Workaround
1. Remove letter drive folder connection in ArcCatalog 2. Map to UNC path in ArcCatalog 3. Remove letter drive from computer 4. Ensure map is closed 5. In ArcCatalog, right-click MXD and change data sources 6. Paste UNC path in New data source column (do not use Replace/Replace All) 7. Choose a new name for your new document and click OK 8. Open the new document 9. Check layer properties and confirm UNC path has been changed ===== Brad Berry - 3/24/17 I found that step 6 was not necessary - the replace/replace all worked fine. I also found that the arcpy findAndReplaceWorkspacePaths() function also works. The key is to remove the drive letter path from the machine and from the Catalog folder connections (steps 1-3).Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000096779
Software:
- ArcGIS for Desktop
Get help from ArcGIS experts
Download the Esri Support App
Discover more on this topic
Search for related information
Find training related to this topic
Explore ideas and give feedback