Using 10.3.1 - I am trying to learn how to take data from an Excel file and create a feature class. I have no issue creating a working shapefile, but when I try to convert the shapefile to a feature class (to put in a file geodatabase), the spatial data does not seem to transfer. The attribute table loads properly, but the points no longer show up on the map. I have checked each step of the way to make sure coordinate systems, names, etc. stay consistent. Also, if I have taken a convoluted route to completing this, please let me know. Here are my steps:
1. Excel > Table, via Conversion Tool
2. Right click Table > Display XY Data
3. Set coordinate system to GCS_WGS_1984
4. Points show on map perfectly
5. In Catalog, right-click Table > Create Feature Class> From XY Table
6. Input X,Y fields and change coordinate system to GCS_WGS_1984
7. Shapefile shows on map perfectly
8. In Catalog, right-click on Shapefile > Export to Geodatabase (single)
9. Feature Class created - points no longer show up on map - what am I missing?
I have the same issue when trying to use the Simple Data Loader to add data to existing Feature Class:
1. From Catalog, right-click Feature Class > Load Data
2. Loaded data both ways, from Table created above and from original Excel file
3. Attribute table looks fine
3. Points do not load on map
Thank you!
