How do I import my QB for Mac 2014 company file into QB for Mac 2019?

From QB Mac 2019 use file>open company or the browse option from the no company open window and navigate to your QB Mac 2014 company file.

I am trying to bring my data over from an old computer that was running quickbooks 2014 and I have purchased a new computer with Quickbooks 2020. When i make a backup of my company on 2014 the 2020 says that the file is locked and can't be opened. I am concerned that the old version had to run on Yosemite and the 2020 version has to be on later OS, I am using Catalina and that the two versions can nor read the other files.  Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks for joining the conversation, @Mary2020.

One possible reason why you’re unable to open the company file is because of its location. Let’s try moving it to your Mac desktop to fix the issue.

Follow these steps:

1. Go to the File menu, then choose Utilities.
2. Choose Copy Company File for QuickBooks Mac Desktop.
3. Save the file in the removable device and send it to your computer. 
4. Open QuickBooks Desktop for Mac 2020.
5. Click the File menu, then Restore.
6. Locate the copy, tap Open and hit OK.
7. Enter the name of the company file and hit Save.

Check out these articles for the details: What to do if you can’t open your company file and Resolve Error -6000 when opening a company file. On the same links, you’ll find additional troubleshooting solutions that can help resolve the problem.

I’m here if you need anything else, so leave a comment. Wishing you the best!