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So I have NEVER had this happen before....but when I when to import my payroll .IFF file I got a pop-up window stating that 1 file (of 38 files), was not imported. No Reason. Nothing.
They created a new file to record the error and I have an option to 'Open it to fix the errors', then re-import it. But I can even get it open....I've tried EVERYTHING. It won't let me open it to look outside of QB because 'This is a QB file. Only openable in QB'....but when I go to open it in QB, it thinks I'm try to import it again, and create Another Error folder.
Help Please!
This is the error I get when I try to import it into QB.
Hi, Adrienne1234.
Thank you for coming out to the QuickBooks Community. I found an applicable work around that will help with resolving your problem today. Keep in mind you have to be in Single-User Mode when importing this way.
This will allow you to import the .IIF without QuickBooks doing the usual check for the file. Our IIF Overview, is a great resource as well. If you have any questions on importing IIF, I'm here to assist. Just simply reply below at any time to contact me. Have a great day!
The reason is embedded in the file referenced in the dialog window in your screenshot.
But @MaulikH is right. The new import is so buggy, restrictive, and error prone that the best method for importing is is to bypass it.
See BRC QuickBooks 2019 & 2020 IIF Import Changes and Recommendations
I've tried all the suggestions given and still get the message:
Problem:
You are trying to open a QuickBooks file. Only QuickBooks
company files can be opened in this way.
I've attached the file in question
Thanks for posting in the Community, 1stHunt.
I can guide you in resolving this issue for you.
The error happens when the .iif file is changed to another application aside from MS Excel. Please ensure that the file you want to import is QuickBooks supported files. If need to edit some information, you can open it through MS Excel. I'll show you how.
You can check this guide for your reference: Export, import, and edit IIF files.
Adding this helpful material in case need help to open your company file. This contains steps on how to fix issues with files.
Leave a comment if you have further questions about importing files. I'm always here to help you.
As another option, explore these importer tools.
https://transactionpro.grsm.io/qbd
https://partners.saasant.com/affiliate/idevaffiliate.php?id=5051_2
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