The Backup Existing Company Information window of the Data Conversion wizard allows you to make a backup of your existing company data and custom form files before starting the conversion process. Sage 50 requires that you make a backup before converting to the new format. If something failed or there was a power outage, you could restore the backup and convert again. Also, it's a good idea to back up your old company data, which can be filed away for audit purposes.
Tip: It's a good idea to save a recent backup of your company data in a prior release too. In rare cases where the data conversion process fails due to damaged data, you may have to restore this older backup before converting again.
If you selected the Include company name check box, the default backup will incorporate your company name in the name of the backup file that Sage 50 creates.
Note: For increased security, avoid backing up data over existing backup files. Never overwrite an existing conversion backup.
Note: Depending on the quantity of data, the backup process may take a while to complete. Be patient and do not interrupt the process. If you interrupt the backup process, you might damage the data.