Get ready, AEC professionals! On July 9, 2025, Autodesk is rolling out an important update to the Autodesk Desktop Connector data schema, specifically impacting how you access issue attachment metadata for Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) projects. This is a positive step forward, but it will require your attention to ensure a smooth transition.

The Big Benefit: Enhanced Issue Attachment Data!

The most exciting news? Issue attachments, a recently added feature in ACC, will now have their metadata accessible directly through the Data Connector! This means greater visibility and more streamlined workflows for those leveraging attachments within their ACC issues. Previously, the issues_attachments table was, well, empty. Not anymore! This update unlocks a wealth of information, making it easier to manage and track critical project data.

What’s Changing? A Look at the issues_attachments Table

To facilitate this new access, the issues_attachments table within the ACC data schema is undergoing a significant refresh. For those of you who rely on this data for reporting, analysis, or custom integrations, it’s crucial to review these changes carefully.

Here’s a breakdown of the column modifications you can expect:

Column Name Change
attachment_id No Change
attachment_name Delete
attachment_type Delete
bim360_account_id No Change
bim360_project_id No Change
bubble_urn Add
created_at No Change
created_by No Change
deleted_at Add
deleted_by Add
display_name Add
file_name Add
file_size Add
file_type Add
issue_id No Change
lineage_urn Add
storage_urn Add
tip_version_urn Add
updated_at No Change
updated_by Add
version Add
version_urn Add

Action Required: Review and Adapt!

It is absolutely critical that you review the updated data schema and take the necessary actions to adapt your existing workflows, integrations, and reports. If you’re currently extracting or utilizing data from the issues_attachments table for ACC projects, your processes will be affected.

Where to find the official documentation:

For the most up-to-date and detailed information, please refer to Autodesk’s help documentation: https://help.autodesk.com/view/DOCS/ENU/?guid=ACC_Data_Schema

Important Note for BIM 360 Users: No Changes Here!

For those working with BIM 360 projects, please note that there are no changes to the Issues service or the issuesbim360_attachments table. This table will continue to provide attachment information for BIM 360 projects as it always has. This update specifically targets ACC projects.

Stay Ahead of the Curve

The AEC industry is rapidly evolving, and data is at the heart of efficiency and informed decision-making. These changes to the Autodesk Desktop Connector data schema for ACC are designed to provide you with richer, more accessible information about your project issues and their attachments. By proactively reviewing and adapting to these updates, you’ll ensure your data workflows remain seamless and powerful.

Don’t wait until July 9th! Start planning your adjustments now to leverage these new capabilities to their fullest.

If you have additional questions please feel free to reach out and ask us!