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BlueHeron707
Level 1

Restoring QBD Company file from QBD Accountant to Pro Plus

I need to restore a company file that was created in QuickBooks desktop 2023 Accountant to QuickBooks Desktop 2023 Pro Plus.


Is this possible? If so is there anything special I need to do or do I just create a back up in the Accountant version?

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Fiat Lux - ASIA
Level 15

Restoring QBD Company file from QBD Accountant to Pro Plus

Open your file on QBD 2023 Accountant, create the backup file (QBB) and restore it on your QBD 2023 Pro.

Rubielyn_J
QuickBooks Team

Restoring QBD Company file from QBD Accountant to Pro Plus

I'd be glad to help restore a company file in QuickBooks Desktop, @BlueHeron707.

 

We can change your accountant’s copy to a regular company file in QuickBooks Desktop. To convert your accountant’s copy working file (.QBA) or transfer file (.QBX) to a regular company file (.QBW), here's what we need to do:

 

  1. Open your accountant’s copy (QBX or .QBA), and create a backup.
  2. Proceed to the File menu. 
  3. Click Send Company File, and then choose Accountant's Copy.
  4. Select Convert Accountant’s Copy to Company File/QBW.
  5. Click OK to confirm you want to convert the file.
  6. Open the folder you want to save the .QBW file in, and rename the file. Select Save.
  7. Lastly, choose OK.

 

After converting, take note of the following aspects: 

 

  • You need to re-enter any changes you made to the original company file after creating the accountant’s copy.
  • You can no longer import an accountant’s changes (.QBY).

 

Additionally, you can utilize this article learn more the Accountant's copy, and its limitations in QuickBooks Desktop.

 

In addition, you can use this article to learn more about the Accountant's copy and its limitations in QuickBooks Desktop: Accountant’s copy guide.

 

It's always a pleasure to do business with you. Don't hesitate to leave a comment below if you need further assistance with restoring a file from QuickBooks Accountant to Pro Plus 2023. I'll make sure to get back to you as soon as possible. Take care! 

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