Connect the Excel program with Sage 50 accounts to enhance the visualization of the reports. The Sage 50 Excel integration lets you easily run Excel spreadsheets directly with the components of accounting software. It helps in organizing data, logical spreadsheets & charts. Before linking Excel with Sage 50, you need to set up the company data file to work smoothly with it. The team of AccountsPro compiled a guide related to Sage 50 Excel Integration; moreover, get in touch with Sage Support Number to learn which Excel version you can use with Sage 50.

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Benefits of setup and use of Excel Integrated Reporting in Sage 50

The Sage 50 Excel Integration Module offers numerous advantages to businesses. Some of them are mentioned below.

  • The module provides a wide range of summaries and reports, enabling you to utilize your data effectively.
  • It allows other users to access the data without the need to install Sage 50 on their systems.
  • While granting access to other users, Sage 50 ensures the security of your company data remains uncompromised.
  • The module facilitates the seamless integration of your account data with other information.
  • The included example sheets offer a clear understanding of how the module functions.

How to Set Up an Excel Integrated Reporting In Sage 50?

Using EIR (Excel Integration Report) provides an excellent method for accessing your Sage 50 Accounts data within Microsoft Excel. This integration allows you to run various reports directly into Excel, giving you the flexibility to manipulate the data using Excel functions. Furthermore, you can effortlessly refresh the data, ensuring it stays current with just a simple click of a button. Let’s proceed to set up this convenient feature right away.

Step 1: Check if the Sage options are available in Microsoft Excel:

Microsoft Office 365 is not compatible with EIR, therefore, you should install 32-bit Desktop applications. Follow the instructions to run the standard reports:

  • Open your Excel to open the blank workbook
  • Verify that the Sage option appears. If not found, then click on the Next button
  • It will link the company data
  • Hit on the File button, then choose Options
  • Select Add-Ins, then choose the drop-down named Manage
  • Click on the Excel Add.Ins
  • Click on the Ok button
  • Now choose the Sage Add-ins and then hit the OK button
  • Select the drop-down which says Manage and then choose COM Add-ins
  • Click on Ok.
  • Select the Sage 50 Excel Integration Reporting check box, then click OK.

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Step 2: Connect Sage 50 Company Data To Excel:

  • Click on the “Sage” tab.
  • From the “Sage Applications” drop-down menu, select “Sage 50 Accounts.”
  • Next, click on the “Recent Companies” drop-down list.
  • Choose the option “Add Company.”
  • If your company is listed, simply click on it and then click “OK.”
  • If your company is not listed, do the following:
    • Click on the “Browse” button.
    • Navigate to the company data directory you previously noted.
    • Select the “setup.dta” file from that directory.
    • Click “Open” to proceed.
  • Fill in the login credentials and then select the OK button

Step 3: Running Report In Sage 50:

You can even use the login name to run the EIR. Follow these steps to run a report:

  • Hit the Sage button
  • Choose the drop-down named Sage reports
  • Select the report you need to run
  • Click on the Insert button
  • This will add the selected report to the active cell of the opened sheet.

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How To Connect Excel with Sage 50 Using ODBC?

Use ODBC to connect Microsoft Excel and Sage 50 data:

Microsoft Excel lets you link it to the Sage 50 company data via ODBC. It helps in creating reports via company data directly from Microsoft Excel. Here is the procedure to do the same:

  1. Click the Start button.
  2. Click Settings.
  3. Click Control Panel.
  4. Select Administrative Tools.
  5. Click Data Sources (ODBC).
  6. The ODBC Data Source Administrator window will open.
  7. Click the Add button.
  8. Select Pervasive ODBC Engine Interface.
  9. Click the Finish button.
  10. Enter a Data Source Name.
  11. Click the Database Name field.
  12. Locate and select the Sage 50 company database.
  13. Click OK.

To connect the ODBC database in Microsoft Excel 2017 or later:

  • Open Microsoft Excel.
  • Click the Data tab.
  • Click Get External Data.
  • Click From Other Sources.
  • Select From Data Connection Wizard.
  • In the wizard, click ODBC DSN.
  • Click Next.
  • Find and select the created database.
  • Click Next.
  • Enter the User Name (ID) and Password for Sage 50 access.
  • This will enable the Data Access Report option under the Main User tab in Sage 50.
  • Set the User Name (ID) to Peachtree.
  • Click OK.
  • Choose the required table.
  • Click Next.
  • Click Finish.
  • The Import Data window will appear.
  • Click OK.
  • Enter the same password used earlier when prompted.
  • Click OK.

Follow the steps to resolve the Sage 50 Error Connecting to Database issue when using ODBC to connect Sage accounting to Excel.

Help Unable To Connect Sage 50 To Excel Program

Hopefully, the above article about Sage 50 Integration with excel is helpful! Don’t worry if you fail to perform any of the steps for the first time. Get connected with Sage 50 Support to connect with the consultant team. Use the Sage 50 Live Chat option to chat with an expert or send an email regarding queries to fix the issue.

Frequently Asked Questions

How To Link Microsoft Excel If Having A Single Sage 50 Accounts Data Set?

✔ Click on the Search box
✔ Enter odbcab32
✔ Choose ODBC Data sources
✔ Hit System DSN, then click on the 32-bit data source for the Sage 50 Accounts versions
✔ Choose the Data option and then hit the Get External Data option
✔ Select From Other Sources tab, then choose From Microsoft Query tab
✔ Click on the needed data source
✔ Hit OK
✔ Write the Sage 50 account name with the password
✔ Now follow the Query wizard to select the needed data for the query

How Would I Verify The Data Directory In Sage 50?

✔ Hit the Help option
✔ Choose the About tab
✔ Click on the Program details option to write the data directory

What If The Modify Or Refresh Options Are Greyed Out After Upgrading Excel Integrated Reporting?

✔ Check that there is compatible Microsoft Office and advanced versions of Sage 50 Cloud Accounts
✔ Verify you have logged into the Sage50 Cloud Accounts software for the needed company
✔ Check if you have needed Access Rights in the Sage 100 Cloud Accounts
✔ Make sure you are logged into Windows with administrator credentials
✔ Check the antivirus settings to prevent conflicts with Sage accounts
✔ Now check that the Excel document is executing in the compatibility mode

How Do I Reinstall The EIR To Fix The Sage 50 Excel Integration Errors?

✔ Close all active programs
✔ Download the Sage Accounts version
✔ If prompted for saving the file, then save the file with ExcelIntReportingInstaller.msi and then hit the Save button
✔ The saved file gets automatically saved in the Downloads folder
✔ Open the file by double-clicking on it
✔ The installer begins the progressing bar
✔ Wait till the installation completes

Can I Add An Existing Report After Sage 50 Excel Integration?

You can add any report in Sage Cloud Accounts and then use it in the EIR. Here are the steps:
✔ Open the Sage Accounts
✔ Browse to the reports and then click on the report you need to save to the EIR
✔ Hit the Edit button
✔ Choose the Report Headings and then hit Delete
✔ Hit on the Edit button and then choose Select All
✔ It will display a Formatting toolbar
✔ Hit the Align left option, then delete the selection
✔ Select the blank field
✔ To allot each column of the report, then hit the column heading option
✔ Hit and hold the Shift button
✔ Select the other objects in the column
✔ Hit on the Format button on the menu bar and point to the Alignment button
✔ Select the Left option
✔ Set the additional columns and then repeat the above steps
✔ Open the Report Designer
✔ Click on the menu bar, then hit on the Report button
✔ Choose Report Properties
✔ Write a new report name with a description
✔ Hit the OK button
✔ Go to the menu bar to hit on the File button
✔ Choose Save as an option
✔ Browse to the directory given below:
✔ ‘C:\ProgramData\Sage\Accounts\[year]\Company.000\Reports\Excel’
✔ Give the report a new name and then hit the Save button
✔ Open the menu bar to hit the File tab and then Exit

How do I connect Sage 50 to Excel?

✔ To link Excel to your Sage Accounts data
✔ Sage Accounts > Help > About > Program Details area > Data Directory > Note the path for the data directory.
✔ Open Excel > File > Options.
✔ Add-Ins > Manage > choose Excel Add-ins > Go.
✔ Ensure any Sage add-ins are selected > OK.

How do I export reports from Sage 50?

Choose File or Export and then browse where you want to save the file. On the Save as type list, choose CSV File .csv* and then Save. Repeat these steps for each report as required.

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