Calculate Geometry using geodesic option

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07-26-2023 06:35 PM
Craig_Eissler_Iceman
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If I have a layer in geographic coordinates, and right-click an ArcGIS-provided Shape_geometry field, the Calculate Geometry tool is grayed out. ...I understand why.

However, if I choose to access the tool from Toolbox, I can proceed in completing the dialog box. In fact, there is an option to calculate in "geodesic mode". ...Simply being curious, I tried and received Error 130091, Field is not editable.

Can someone explain what's technically going on here?

Thanks, CCE

 

 

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