Convert QuickBooks Enterprise to Pro or Premier

Without losing any information, we will convert your QuickBooks Enterprise data file to pro or premier. When you attempted to upgrade your file after buying a new version of QuickBooks, did you get the message "You cannot open a QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions file with a non-Enterprise product"? You can get that resolved using our conversion service.

We guarantee that our Enterprise to Pro/Premier downgrade service will convert 100% of the data file, including your payroll and service subscriptions with Intuit. To minimize your downtime, we also work according to your business schedule. For example, we will convert your files at no extra fee on the weekends or in the evenings.

• All of the data from the enterprise file, including payroll and any other subscriptions you may now have, will be present in the converted file.
• We can upgrade the QuickBooks desktop versions from Enterprise to Pro or Premier in the US, UK, and Canada.
• To the same version or one higher is the conversion path. For example, using the latest version of QB 2024, Enterprise 2006 can be converted to QB pro, premier, or any version.
• Our conversion process requires no appointment scheduling, with a usual turnaround time of six hours on the same day. Therefore, you will receive the converted file by 11 PM on the same day if you provide the file at 5 PM! 
• The file can be sent as a QBM portable file, a QBB backup file, or a QBW business file.
• A fixed rate of $225 is charged for each company data file conversion. If you convert various files at once, we also give you a discount. 15% off for two files, 20% off for three, 25% off for four or five, and 30% off for more than five files, according to the order total. We don't charge extra for huge files as some other companies do; the discount is applied automatically during the order process. 
• In most cases, you won't need enterprise if your names list or item list has fewer than 14,500 records. In QuickBooks, you can use the F2 key to see the size of your listings on the right side of the product information screen.

Convert Your Enterprise Company to QuickBooks Pro Or Premier

Are you still using Enterprise even though you don’t need it? There are most of the Enterprise users that don’t require it or the associated costs! We can convert your Enterprise company file data to the Pro/Premier format.

Conversion Service Features

After receiving your Pro/Premier file, you can start right from where you have left off! We convert all kinds of data in your company file.

• Banking, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, purchase orders, estimations, and everything in between are financial and non-financial transactions!
• All payments made on invoices serve as connections between transactions.
• Lists of accounts, clients, suppliers, workers, products, classes, and anything else.
• Data about user names, preferences, and embedded subscriptions.
• From your Enterprise, everything else has been converted.

Causes for QuickBooks Enterprise not converting data to Pro or Premium

A few causes for QuickBooks Enterprise not converting data to Pro or Premium are mentioned below:-

• The minimum size of the file is 500 MB and maximum of 2 GB and the file size should not exceed the limited file size.
• If an Enterprise database is currently in use but is invalid, you cannot convert it to a Pro database.
• Make sure that there are no damaged files in the present database, as this could lead to problems while converting data.
• The issue starts if the names of the QuickBooks Enterprise files are not 14,500 or if they are crossed.

Distinguish Between QuickBooks Enterprise and QuickBooks Pro?

The two widely used versions of QuickBooks are QuickBooks Enterprise and QuickBooks Pro. When we start comparing QuickBooks Enterprise and QuickBooks Pro there are significant differences in their pricing, features, usability, and security.

• Uses: For small and medium businesses QuickBooks Pro is more cost-effective and it has all the basic accounting features.
• Security: When you are choosing your preferred accounting software one of the most important points to keep in consideration is Data Security.  When it comes to QuickBooks Enterprise, having more than 30 users installed may reveal data security vulnerabilities. On the other hand, the Pro version improves data security safeguards by providing limited access.
• Features: The Enterprise version has several advanced accounting tools, although all versions have all the advanced accounting features required to run a business efficiently.
• Pricing: QuickBooks Pro offers a specifically designed solution that fits the demands of small and medium-sized enterprises, as it was created especially for them. Also, the Pro is less expensive than the Enterprise edition.

Difference Between QuickBooks Enterprise, Pro, or Premier

Try to compare all versions before converting QuickBooks Enterprise to Pro or Premier to choose which version best suits you.

To start, follow the procedures

• QuickBooks file size doesn’t matter, it should be below 350, 000 targets. It is advised to continue using QuickBooks Enterprise if your user count exceeds 350,000 because it is built to handle massive files. Condensing a QuickBooks file removes all of your transaction history and increases the risk of data corruption.
• Go to http://qbo.intuit.com/ to sign up for a free trial of QuickBooks Online.
• Only the first 60 days after starting your QuickBooks Online organization are available for data importation from QuickBooks Desktop. Your entire QuickBooks Online file will be replaced when you import your QuickBooks Desktop file, and all current data will be deleted.
• The administrator should be the account level in QuickBooks Online.
• Your desktop file must be logged in as the Admin user to be imported.
• Internet Explorer is the only browser that works with Windows; all other browsers are incompatible.
• Visit QuickBooks Online Import Errors if you face any issues with the file you are importing. 

Which steps can you take to convert QuickBooks Enterprise to Pro or Premium? What are some helpful tips?

• The software that is converting QuickBooks Enterprise to Premium or Pro will be downgraded. As a result, all of the features and benefits that come with the Enterprise software version will be lost.
• You can only link up to three accounts in QuickBooks Pro after the software has been converted because it can only support this many users.
• To convert your software to any other version, you will need to purchase a new license. Installing and activating the software after buying a license is necessary for it to keep working correctly. 
• Once the data conversion is complete, you can open the file in QuickBooks Pro software to continue with your work.
• Don't worry about the files from your previous software version; they can be easily restored. They are easily accessible in the latest version of QuickBooks.

Why Migrating data is crucial to convert QuickBooks Enterprise to Premium or Pro?

When you want you no longer want the current version, conversion is necessary. In other words, you are using QuickBooks Enterprise as per your business needs, but you may quickly convert to QuickBooks Pro if necessary. As a result, you receive the benefits and features, and the software version is updated according to any changes to the requirements.

The conversion depends on your business needs. Use the simple steps below to follow the procedure and complete it quickly.

Note: You must delete or clear up any unwanted entries or garbage files from QuickBooks Pro to convert QuickBooks Enterprise to QuickBooks Pro.

How do you convert QuickBooks Enterprise to Pro? What are the stages involved?

Stage 1: From QuickBooks Enterprise backup the company file and restore to QuickBooks Pro

Backup your Company File from QuickBooks Enterprise

• Begin by opening QuickBooks Enterprise
• Next, select File from the menu and make sure that Switch to Single-user mode is displayed.
• While in multi-user mode, choose the option to return to single-user mode.
• Once more, select the File menu item.
• Select the Backup Company option from the drop-down menu.
• Also, you have to select the option Create Local Backup.
• Your screen will open to the Backup window.
• Choose the Local Backup option here.
• Next, press the Next button to continue.
• To find the location where you want to save this backup file, you must click the Browse option.
• Additionally, you can specify how many backups you want to perform (Optional)
• Before saving, a test is now conducted to verify the backup file. For you to be aware of any issues or problems in this stage.
• Then, when you are ready with it the test reports are ok.
• Next, press the OK button to proceed.
• When you are done, select Save it Now and then Select Next.
  You have to wait for it to create the backup of the file and get notified.

Restore Your Company File to QuickBooks Pro

• Begin by opening the QuickBooks Pro.
• Then you have to click on the File menu option.
• Now you have to select the Open and Restore company file.
• You have to now choose to Restore a Backup copy.
• Now you have to click on the Next button.
• By clicking on the Browse button on your computer find the backup company file.
• Then you have to choose the folder to save the file and then click on Open.
• You have to click on Save when everything is complete.

Stage 2: From QuickBooks Enterprise export the data and then Import it into QuickBooks Pro

A. Export Data From QuickBooks Enterprise

To Export Data

• You must click on Customer/ Supplier/ Payroll Centre in QuickBooks.
• Then you have to click on the Excel drop-down menu.
• Now you have to select Export list if you want to export the contact information, balance, or name of the customer, employee, or supplier.
• Now you have to select Export the transaction in case you want to export any specific transaction
• Now you have to click on the option to create a new worksheet.
• Click on the Export button now.

To Export Items

• You have to go to the lists menu option
• Then you have to select the Item list
• Now you have to click on the dropdown menu of the Excel
• After that, you have to choose the Export all items option
• Now you have to click on Create a New Worksheet
• Lastly, click on the Export button

To Export Reports

• Start by going to the lists menu in QuickBooks.
• Then you have to select the Item list.
• Now you can click on the Excel dropdown menu.
• Click on the Create New worksheet to create a new worksheet.
• Now you have to check the preferences and lastly click on Export.

B. Import Data to QuickBooks Pro

• Select the File option by clicking on it.
• Additionally, choose the utilities.
• Select Import by clicking on it.
• Select Excel Documents.
  • You have to follow the instructions that are shown on your screen.
  • Choose the kind of data to import in this.
  • QuickBooks gives you an overview and formats all the data.
  • Click the Add My Data Now button to manually add any data.
  • Click the Close button after making sure the Preferences are correct.

C. Review Your Data

Review all the data you have moved, converted, or transferred between QuickBooks accounts. Verify that no data is lost, and if it is, manually enter it into the new QuickBooks program. Make sure to look for errors as well so you can correct them. After that, now you are done.

D. List the Items That can be Sent to Your QuickBooks Pro Edition

A few things from your previous account can be moved over to your QuickBooks Pro account.

These things are as follows:-

• Employees
• Accounts
• Items
• Classes
• Customers
• Vendors
• Lists
• The transactions have ties between them, such as the invoice for which you applied the payment.
• It is possible to transfer any financial or non-financial transaction like purchase orders, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. 

How Does it Work?

Below are the simple stage::

• To buy and upload your Enterprise company file, click the link below.
• We'll convert your Enterprise data into a QuickBooks Pro/Premier file and return to you.
• Once your converted data has been downloaded, access it in QuickBooks Pro or Premier to begin using it right away. 

Stages to Use the Conversion Services

• Click the Add to Cart button above to purchase one instance of the service for each company that needs to be converted.
• You can create a Data Conversion Request: You will be asked to upload the file that will be converted to QBW after finishing the quick process. A *.QBW company file, a *.QBB backup, or a *.QBM "portable" file might be this.

As soon as the conversion is finished, you will receive an email with the converted file.

Supported Versions

Company files from US Enterprise versions 6.0 through 23.0 may be used as sources.

The requested version of the data from 2017 to 2024, will be supplied in the Pro/Premier file format.

The QuickBooks Pro/Premier version year needs to be the same or be newe than the source Enterprise version, as indicated by the table below.

The file can be converted to Pro/Premier 2021, 2022, 2023, or 2024 if your Enterprise version is 21.0:

Note:  All QuickBooks, except Enterprise, use the same file format, regardless of the version year. This means you can use your converted file with all Premier 'flavors' (Contractor, Nonprofit, Professional Services, Manufacturing & Wholesale, Retail, and Premier Accountant) as well as Pro/Pro Plus.

If QuickBooks Freezes or Becomes Unresponsive During Import

• Simultaneously press ALT and T to bring up the Tools Menu. Next, choose Internet Options from the page's bottom menu. Next,  you have to disable the Enable Protected Mode option by selecting the Security tab from the top menu.
• Click the "Sites" link on the same page. One by one, add "https://lvdc.qbo.intuit.com" and "https://qbo.intuit.com" to the list of trusted websites. Next, select Close. Click the Internet Zone (shown by a globe icon) while you're still on the Security tab. Slide the security level slider to Medium or Low.
• Click OK when finished. It is advised to stop and start Internet Explorer before trying to import again. 
• This blog seeks to answer any questions you might have about switching your enterprise business to QuickBooks Pro/Premier. Contact the help desk team, which is accessible to users 24/7, if you continue to have problems after reading this blog. 

How to Upgrade to QuickBooks Enterprise from Desktop Pro/Premier

Everyone wants to be as efficient and provide better results as possible, and using QuickBooks accounting software is no exception. Users of QuickBooks Desktop Pro or Premier frequently think about upgrading to QuickBooks Enterprise to take advantage of its advanced inventory, advanced pricing, and core features. Specific functionalities that aren't included in other versions are provided by enterprise solutions. You have come to the right place if you use QuickBooks Desktop Pro/Premier and are searching for a trustworthy upgrade guide to QuickBooks Enterprise.

You can get help with your network from an IT expert. With your company file an accountant can help you. Working with a ProAdvisor or QuickBooks Solutions Provider is an additional option.

Stage 1: On your servers and computers install QuickBooks Enterprise

If you require assistance configuring your network, you can speak with an IT specialist. Check out QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise's system requirements.

Stage 2: Install QuickBooks Enterprise

Check out how to install QuickBooks Enterprise

Stage 3: Move your data from Pro or Premier to Enterprise

Before moving your company file to Enterprise, make a backup of it. You are unable to open your file in QuickBooks Pro or Premier after moving it to Enterprise.

1. Make a backup of your company file

Make a backup of your company file before continuing:

• Then, from the File menu, choose Create Backup.
• Select a safe location for your file, like a different computer or server.

 2. Update Your Company file

It's time to update your QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise company file when you have a backup of your current file.

• After opening QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise, select your company file.
• Click OK after entering the admin password.
• To understand that updating QuickBooks will also update your company file, check the box.
• Next, select "Update Now."
• To start a backup of your data, click OK. To finish backing up your company file, follow the on-screen instructions.
• To update your file you have to click Yes to confirm that you want.

Fix Update Problems

If you experience any issues with updating, we are here to assist.

Fixing QuickBooks Enterprise errors

• Select Restore Backup For Earlier QuickBooks Version under File, then Utilities.
• Select the three dots ("...") that are located next to the Backup filename textbox.
• Click Open after using the browse function to locate and pick the QuickBooks backup that was made during the update. This file will by default be found in the place where you most recently save backup files for your company.
• To restore the filename, click the three dots ("...") next to the field.
• Select the folder where you want to save the restored company file from the "Save In" selection. For convenience of access, we advise saving it to your desktop.

QuickBooks Previous Version Errors need to be fixed

• To open or restore a company file, click the File menu, then select Open a company file.
• Launch the file that has been restored.
• Choose Utilities from the File menu by clicking, and then pick Rebuild Data. To finish the process, follow the onscreen instructions.

Note: You will be asked  to make another backup by the Rebuild Data Utility. A new file name, like pre-update12.qbb, should be entered. Be careful not to overwrite any previous backups.

• Exit the old version of QuickBooks once the rebuild process is finished (it could take some time, depending on the size of your company file).
• Launch QuickBooks Enterprise, choose Open or Restore Company from the File menu.
• To open the newly rebuilt company file that's on your desktop, choose it and click OK.

3. Set Permission list

It will be identical to using your prior version of QuickBooks when you use QuickBooks Enterprise.

4. Activate QuickBooks

Among the various advantages that QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions provides is technical help.

Conclusion

Think that you have successfully imported the data, I hope the information in the post above helps you with the conversion from QuickBooks Enterprise to QuickBooks Pro. You will be guided through the necessary steps in this article to ensure a seamless data conversion between QB Enterprise and QB Pro. We'll use QuickBooks Online as a full platform for importing the data throughout this tutorial.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q 1: Can I convert QuickBooks Enterprise to QuickBooks Pro? ?

Ans: Yes, you can convert QuickBooks Enterprise to QuickBooks Pro, but it involves a specific process since Enterprise and Pro use different data formats.

Q 2: I want to convert from QuickBooks Enterprise Desktop, can I have any version of QuickBooks Pro?

Ans: Yes, you are free to download, install, and use whatever version of QuickBooks Pro that suits your needs or what is available. Thus, after installing it, get its license and execute it correctly.

Q 3: How can I begin the process of converting QuickBooks Enterprise to Pro by going from multi-user mode to single-user mode?

Ans: You have to select the File menu item on your QuickBooks Desktop application.

• It gives you other options.
• You have to click on the option to convert to single-user mode if it is displayed. On the other hand, you are already in single-user mode if it is not displayed. You are free to carry on with the conversion.

Q 4: What are the main differences between QuickBooks Enterprise and Pro?

Ans: QuickBooks Enterprise offers more advanced features, higher user limits, and enhanced customization compared to QuickBooks Pro, which is more suitable for smaller businesses with simpler accounting needs.

Q 5: Why would I want to convert from QuickBooks Enterprise to Pro?

Ans: You might convert to QuickBooks Pro if your business needs have simplified, you require fewer users, or you seek a more cost-effective solution.

Q 6: How do I prepare my data for conversion from Enterprise to Pro?

Ans: Before converting, ensure your data is backed up. Clean up your data by removing unnecessary transactions and ensuring all accounts are reconciled.

Q 7: Can I transfer QuickBooks Enterprise to Pro?

Ans: QuickBooks Enterprise is a newer edition of QuickBooks Pro that can't be changed to an older version. So, if you want to switch from QuickBooks Enterprise to QuickBooks Pro, you'll have to move all your company data from one to the other. Additionally, remember to purchase a license and activate your QuickBooks software.