KBA-01833: Microsoft Is Blocking Files from an Unsafe SourceKBA-01833: Microsoft Is Blocking Files from an Unsafe Source

Problem: When you open a Microsoft Excel workbook in Spitfire (BFA, SOV, Period Distribution), you may get the following message: SECURITY RISK: Microsoft has blocked macros from running because the

KBA-01823: Multiple Software Versions DialogKBA-01823: Multiple Software Versions Dialog

Question: Sometimes, when I try to open a Word or Excel file in Spitfire, the file does not open, even though the lock icon indicates that it is “checked out.” 

KBA-01800: Cannot open Word or Excel from Chromium BrowserKBA-01800: Cannot open Word or Excel from Chromium Browser

Problem: I use Spitfire in Chrome, which in V2020+ should allow me to open Microsoft Word and Excel files from my document’s Attachment tab. However, when I click the icon,

KBA-01770: Excel Trust by LocationKBA-01770: Excel Trust by Location

Problem: If you have a complex Budget prep or estimating workbook, Microsoft Excel may discard any preset macro signatures that have been established.  The issue is discussed on Microsoft Technet.

KBA-01686: Microsoft Excel Freezes at 74%KBA-01686: Microsoft Excel Freezes at 74%

Problem: When loading a Microsoft Excel workbook, such as BFA or SOV, the workbook stalls at 74% Set Index. Solution: Microsoft Excel Security Update KB3178690 introduced a problem that affected

How to Show and Export Column Grid DataHow to Show and Export Column Grid Data

Options on the in-column drop-down menu allow you to 1) read a default description of each column, 2) temporarily show or hide columns, and 3) export column data to Microsoft

KBA-01645: Using sfDash When Google Chrome is your default browserKBA-01645: Using sfDash When Google Chrome is your default browser

Note: This article applies only to versions of sfPMS prior to V2020. Question: Can I have Chrome set as my default Browser? How do I use Spitfire’s Office Integrated (IE-based)

KBA-01639: In the BFA or SOV workbooks, why does Excel prompt Save As …KBA-01639: In the BFA or SOV workbooks, why does Excel prompt Save As …

Question: When working in the BFA or SOV workbooks, I click Save, but Microsoft Excel prompts me to Save As. How can I fix this? Answer: In newer versions of

KBA-01047: Windows Workstation Setup HintsKBA-01047: Windows Workstation Setup Hints

Question: How do I set up a new workstation to use the Spitfire Project Management System? Answer: sfPMS is a browser-based web application, so you can pick up a tablet

KBA-01608: Installing Visual Studio Tools for Office (VSTO)KBA-01608: Installing Visual Studio Tools for Office (VSTO)

Question: How do I meet the VSTO requirement for Spitfire’s Office Integration? How do I fix the message “VSTO 2012 Runtime x64 could not”? Answer: Try this link before running