Controlling domain sort order in arcpad form

[AmyKnight]

We are using ArcPad Data Manager to check out a feature class for editing.  The feature class attributes are controlled by domains on each field. One coded value domain, Cov_cbo, is assigned to multiple fields that require cover class values.  The domain numeric codes correspond to text range descriptions.  For example, code: 30 = description: 26 - 35%.  The numeric codes are in logical order and when these fields are edited in ArcMap the attribute editor displays the descriptions in the order of the codes, e.g. 1 - 5%, 6 - 15%, 16 - 25%.  But once the fc is checked out and opened in ArcPad for editing, the form displays the menu choices in alphabetical order so that 6 - 15% follows 56 - 65%, etc.  Is there a way to correct this or force ArcPad to respect the original domain sort order?

[TimHopper]

Amy,

A year ago this was a known bug - I assume the issue is still present.  At that time I don't thing there was a way in which to work around the problem.  Perhaps there is now, but I sort of doubt it.  You could try creating pick lists with dbf files via ArcPad Studio, but that process tends to be way more complicated (due to bugs) than it should.

CQ00312805: Coded value domain values are sorted differently in ArcPad edit forms than in the domain itself.

[DeniseKing]

Tim, Happy to see you posting on the Forums and want you to know we are still missing you here in Support. Hoping you and the family have wonderful holiday season home in Chicago!

All, a more updated bug reference for this ArcPad coded value domain issue is NIM086936. If you are being challenged by this particular issue, please contact Esri Support so that you can be added to NIM086936 so we can get a more accurate customer count and escalate the issue for future ArcPad update. Being added to any NIM also allows you to track the status of the NIM for resolution through Customer Care or My Support portals.

Cheers,
Denise