Accounting 🡪 Settings → Chart of Account → Import
Users have the option to streamline the process of adding multiple accounts by importing a list of charts of accounts. This feature facilitates efficiency and accuracy in setting up accounts within the system. Follow the steps below to import the chart of accounts:
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Accessing Import Functionality
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Click on the "Import" button located within the Chart of Accounts settings interface.
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Downloading Template File
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Download the template file provided by the system for importing charts of accounts. This template file contains the necessary format and structure required for successful import.
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Filling in Details
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Open the downloaded template file and fill in the details for each account to be imported.
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Ensure that all mandatory columns, highlighted within the template, are populated with the required information.
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Mandatory columns typically include account name, account type, and detail type.
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Uploading Template File
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After filling in the details, upload the completed template file back into the system.
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Processing Import
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The system will process the uploaded file and import the chart of accounts.
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Upon completion, the system will display a summary of successfully imported records as well as any failed records due to errors or missing information.
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Reviewing Results
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Review the import results to identify any failed records and take necessary actions to rectify errors or missing information in the template file.
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Confirmation
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Once the import process is completed, users will receive confirmation of successful import, and the newly imported accounts will be available within the Chart of Accounts list for further management.
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Note: Only text files are allowed for import.
Figure 1 Import Chart of Account