KBA-01708: BFA Import Validation

Question:

What does the BFA workbook validate during budget imports?

Answer:

When importing from a Microsoft Excel workbook or copying from another project, BFA validates that

  • Cost Codes are valid against the current mask
  • Account Categories exist in the Account Category tool
  • UOM codes exist in the UOM code set (Code Maintenance)

If any errors are detected, the import ends and display a dialog like:

Additional Considerations

If you have a file named C\SPITFIRE\sfBFA.biv, all import validations are bypassed.  We do not recommend using this option.  If you do, it is highly likely that non-conforming data will be saved to your project.


KBA-01708; Last updated: January 31, 2018 at 11:12 am