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Error importing data from Excel in Foxtrot

  • Mar 26, 2021 9:41 AM UTC
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MRepetti
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Issue
When trying to import from Excel you may receive the error below.

**Please note this only applies to Foxtrot v15.1.13 or below. 
 

 

Error Code
Error 3274: External table isn't in the expected format.


Resolution
Go to Foxtrot Administrator > Data settings > select the following items.

  • Use Microsoft Office Automation for enhanced Excel Import
  • Use this DSN to open Microsoft Access file

 

 

Click 'Save Changes' button. 
 


Close Foxtrot RPA (if applicable) and reopen.