Best workflow for converting existing feature into different schema?

[avonmoos]

I need to convert my existing address feature to another schema. What would be the easiest way to go about this?

[jcarlson · Accepted solution]

It really depends on how different. Are you changing the number / type of fields? Are you creating new calculated values?

I would create the new feature class first, then use the Append tool with the Use field map to reconcile differences option to route the appropriate in / out field values as needed.