QB 2009 Desktop company file upgrade to QB 2017 Desktop

Utilize the trial version for QBD 2022 to open the file. If it works, you'll know which QBD year version the file was opened earlier. Another option, send us the file and we can help to check it.

I know it can be challenging when you can't restore your data, flow plumbing. I'm here to ensure you can start working on your file again. 

Accessing your company file using a higher version of QuickBooks can cause this error. Make sure that the file and program are compatible to avoid issues. 

Once done, we can now upgrade the data. I'll show you how:

1. Prepare the QuickBooks Desktop 2017.
2. Make sure all users log out of your company file.
3. Open your new version of QuickBooks Desktop.
4. Select Open or Restore Company if you don't have a company file open. You can also go to the File menu and select Open or Restore Company.
5. Select Open a company file, then Next. If you have a backup company file (QBB) instead of a company file (QBW), select Restore a backup copy and then Local backup.
6. Browse your computer for your company file. Select it and then click Open.
7. Sign in to your company file as an admin user.
8. Before you upgrade, QuickBooks automatically creates a backup of your existing company file. You can select Change this default location to save the backup in a specific folder.
9. Select Update Now to start the upgrade.
10. When QuickBooks finishes, select Done.

For more details, please see this article: Upgrade Company File to a New Version.

Please note that QuickBooks Desktop 2017 has been discontinued. The support and updates for this version are no longer available. It is recommended to use the supported versions.

Additionally, I've included these resources that'll help you ensure your 2009 data is successfully moved to the 2017 version: 

• Vendor Reports
• Company and Financial Reports
• Customer, Job, and Sales Reports

Please keep us posted on your progress in migrating your data. It's my priority to ensure this gets resolved.

Where do I send backup file?

To address your concern, I would like to ensure that you can transition smoothly from QuickBooks 2009 to QuickBooks Desktop 2017, particularly regarding the handling of backup files, @kniemann.

If you wish to load the backup file on the same computer, sending it is not required. You can directly restore it in the newer version of QBDT.

On the other hand, if you want to share your accounting data or move it to another computer, you can copy and paste or put the backup file on a USB stick. Then, plug it into your new machine to restore the file.

Note that there are numerous methods available for transmitting your company file. With QBDT, you can also create a portable company file. This is a compact version of your regular data file that's small enough to send in an email or put on a thumb drive.

Additionally, I'm adding these references to help assist you in importing lists and data using the designated file format:

• Export, import, and edit IIF files
• Import/export CSV files
• Import or export MS Excel files

Should you require any further assistance with backup data, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. Simply respond below, and I will be available to assist you. Best wishes.

@kniemann 

Do you also need to upgrade your company file from QBD 2009 to 2017, or else?