000539: Error message from Python.

Description

The calculation used by the Calculate Field or Calculate Value tool is invalid. The error message provided will list the specific Python error.

Solution

This error code covers a number of Python errors:

  • Example error 1: exceptions.TypeError: cannot concatenate 'str' and 'int' objects.

    This is a Python-specific error. The calculation is attempting to add or concatenate a string and a number.

  • Example error 2: Invalid field shape@distance

    This is an error using the geometry object. The distance method is not a valid method of the geometry object.

For specific Python issues, consult the external Python help for the version of Python you're using, or consult the Calculate Field or Calculate Value help for more information on these tools.