Importing from BusinessVision/Sage BusinessVision
Requirements
- Pervasive SQL 2000 Database Engine (refer to the special note about Pervasive SQL and Windows XP)
- Export the chart of accounts and general ledger data from BusinessVision >>How Do I?
The required BusinessVision files include:
| File | Containing... |
|---|---|
| CHART.TXT | The chart of accounts |
| GL.TXT | The general ledger detail (optional) |
| BVCON.FIL | Profile information |
The required BusinessVision files should all be located in the same location.
Prerequisites
- If Protection is activated, the File permission "Import" is required to perform this operation.
Procedure
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Open the client file in which you want to import.
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On the Engagement tab, in the Data group, click Import | Accounting Software.
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In the Import From field, select BusinessVision or Sage BusinessVision, and in the Version field, select the version that you want to import.
Note: Click here to see all accounting software supported versions.
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In the Import Path field, type the exact path where the file you want to import resides or use Browse to locate the file manually.
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Under Import Components, choose to import either:
- The Trial Balance (Opening Entries) or,
- The General Ledger Detail.
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To import client information, click Import Client Information. This information will be displayed in the Engagement Properties dialog.
- Complete the remaining options in the dialog. >>Quick Reference
- Click OK to begin importing.
Results
Accounting data is imported into the client file.
Note: Working Papers filters out any G/L entries not in the current period.
