Migrate Your Excel(*.xls; *.xlsx) Data to MS Access(*.mdb; *.accdb) – Effortlessly!
This clear guide demonstrates how to transfer your data from MS Excel to MS Access efficiently using ESF Database Migration Toolkit.- Execute a step-by-step, reliable migration process.
- Simplify complex data transfers with an intuitive tool.
- Save significant time and effort with automation.
- Modernize your data infrastructure with ease.
Prerequisite:
Software Required:
ESF Database Migration Toolkit »System Supported:
- Windows 7 or higher.
- MS Excel 97 or higher.
- MS Access 97 or higher.
Step by Step Wizard:
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Microsoft Excel Data Source Configuration
Fig. 1: Microsoft Excel data source configuration - In the "Choose a Data Source" dialog:
- Select "Microsoft Excel(*.xls;*.xlsx)"
- File selection:
- Click the "[...]" button (Browse)
- Select your Excel file (.xls or .xlsx format) containing migration data
- In the "Choose a Data Source" dialog:
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Configure Microsoft Access Destination
Fig. 2: Microsoft Access destination configuration - In the "Choose a Destination" dialog:
- Select "Microsoft Access (*.mdb;*.accdb)"
- File selection:
- Click the "..." button (Browse)
- Select target .mdb or .accdb file
- Workgroup security configuration (if applicable):
- Click the Lock button
- Set system database in security dialog
- In the "Choose a Destination" dialog:
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In "Select Source Table(s) & View(s)" Dialog
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Select migration objects: Choose tables or views to include in the migration.
Fig. 3: Select tables and views -
Modify table structure: Click the ellipsis (...) button to access table options and schema adjustments.
Fig. 4: Do transform -
Configure field mapping: In the Field Mapping options:
- Customize destination fields (name, data type, default value, comments)
- Select data transfer method:
- Overwrite Table (replace existing data)
- Empty Data (truncate before insert)
- Append Data (add to existing data)
- Skip Table (exclude from transfer)
- Apply data filters before transfer
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Select migration objects: Choose tables or views to include in the migration.
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Execution Dialog
Fig. 5: Execute migration - Start migration: Click "Submit" to initiate automated data transfer from MS Excel to MS Access.
- Monitor progress: Click "Browse Log" for real-time migration tracking, including issue resolution details.
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Save configuration: Click "Save as job" to store settings for:
- Quick reloads of migration jobs
- Command-line execution (use:
dmtc.exe --helpfor parameter options)
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Migration Completed
Congratulations! Your data migration from MS Excel to MS Access has finished successfully. This toolkit generates a comprehensive report for verifying migration accuracy. You can monitor progress as the automated process runs efficiently. For any questions or feedback, contact us – our team is ready to assist.