PROBLEM

The Add Basemap option is missing in ArcMap

Last Published: April 25, 2020

Description

When attempting to add a basemap in ArcMap from File > Add Data or from the Add Data The Add Data drop-down menu drop-down menu, the Add Basemap option does not appear, and a red circle icon is displayed with the word, '[ Missing ]', preventing users from adding basemaps.
 

Screen shot of the issue

Cause

This issue occurs when the Microsoft .NET Framework installed on the machine is not enabled when using ArcMap.

Note:
The .NET Framework version installed on the machine is specific to the version of ArcMap. For more information, refer to the supported platforms section on the ArcGIS for Desktop System Requirements page.

Solution or Workaround

Enable the .NET Framework in the Windows settings. To do so, follow the steps provided below :
  1. Close ArcMap.
  2. Go to Start > Control Panel > Programs and Features.
  3. Click Turn Windows Features on or off.
  4. Enable the Microsoft .NET framework by checking the box next to the framework name, and click OK.
The Microsoft .NET Framework check box
  1. When Windows completes the updating process, reopen ArcMap, and the Add Basemap option displays as expected.

Article ID:000014958

Software:
  • ArcMap

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