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Beachpoodle
Level 1

Migrating condensed data DT to QBO

Client mistakenly did a backup last week which somehow condensed all of the 2024 work- nothing is on the bank registers . There isn't a recent backup to restore - I learned he does not do regular backups . 

He wants to move to QBO - would the migration from QBDT include the condensed 2024 work? 

what is the best solution to get this work back or is entering manually the only way? 

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ChristineJoieR
QuickBooks Team

Migrating condensed data DT to QBO

Yes, the migration process also includes the recent condensed data, Beachpoodle. A good approach is to manually input the data into QuickBooks Online after you have condensed it. Let me explain this further to you.

 

Once the data has been condensed, this action is irreversible. It is essential to back up your file before you condense it so you have your current data available if you need it.

 

QuickBooks offers two methods for condensing files. The first method allows you to keep all transactions but deletes the audit trail information up to a certain date, so you won’t need to re-enter anything. The second method lets you remove specific transactions, which you can recreate by hand.

 

In your situation, manually entering the transactions into QuickBooks Online is the best thing to do. It will help ensure that everything is accurate and organized. 

 

Furthermore, I recommended creating a backup of your QBDT company file before proceeding with these actions. This precaution ensures data file recovery if any issues arise.

 

Once your migration is complete, you can refer to these articles to familiarize QuickBooks Online features:

 

 

If you have any lingering questions or concerns regarding data migration to QuickBooks Online (QBO), please don't hesitate to leave a comment. I'm available to provide assistance and ensure a smooth transition.

Chrea
Level 6

Migrating condensed data DT to QBO

@Beachpoodle 

QuickBooks creates a backup file before condense it. Ask your client to find the backup file. They should find more than one QBB file.

Beachpoodle
Level 1

Migrating condensed data DT to QBO

There was a file dated 2/6/25 and it stated condensed . Would this have the 2024 data? 

I myself would be uncomfortable to restore - and do not know how . 

Chrea
Level 6

Migrating condensed data DT to QBO

There was a file dated 2/6/25 and it stated condensed . Would this have the 2024 data?

It should be.


I myself would be uncomfortable to restore - and do not know how .

If you don't have a QB Desktop license, you can use the trial version to restore the file.

Beachpoodle
Level 1

Migrating condensed data DT to QBO

Would you be able to give instructions how to restore the file? Also would the condensed data from 2024 be there after the restore ?

Chrea
Level 6

Migrating condensed data DT to QBO

Install the trial version of QB Desktop 2024 on your machine

Download a trial of QuickBooks Desktop

 

then you can try to restore the backup file

Restore a backup of your company file

 

It depends on how your client condense the file. If they didn't remove any data from 2024, you'll definitely find it.

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