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When attempting to open a company file, I encounter an error indicating that the data is from an older version. How can I resolve this issue and upgrade the data to the latest version?

 You will get this message when you update the BUSY release from old to new. Then you have to click yes and proceed with taking the data backup if you have not taken earlier.If you already have backup then click on proceed without backup option. 

After updating BUSY, I receive an error stating that my existing data is a higher version than the software. What should I do?

 If error msg showing existing data is a higher version you need to follow the following steps.
Step 1: Take latest Backup.
Step 2: Go to https://busy.in/download/ and download BUSY 21 Full Setup of latest Release and Install.

How often is BUSY updated with features and fixes? Is customer data secured?

 Each time a new feature is incorporated into BUSY or an existing feature is enhanced, a new BUSY release is unveiled
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Please update BUSY Release after taking backup, your data will be secured

I have two versions of BUSY installed. How do I merge the data from both?

 It is not possible to merge data from two different versions of BUSY. You will need to choose one version and transfer the data from the other version manually. 

Is there a way to downgrade or degrade my version of BUSY from to ?

 No,there is no option to Degrade your version as it can cause functional problems and data corruption. It is better to use the same version for consistency. 

Can different versions of BUSY Accounting Software cause issues with transferring data between them?

 Yes, different versions of BUSY can cause issues with data.If you use data of higer version in lower version then data may be currup. 

I downgraded to version but am still having issues. What should I do?

 Degrade in version can cause functional problems and data corruption. It is better to use the same version for consistency. 

Are my data and books safe after upgrade of BUSY software?

 Yes,your data and book safe after upgrading BUSY Software but we recommend you to take backup before upgrading data 

Will my existing company data and configuration be retained after I upgrade to the latest version?

 Yes, your existing company data and configuration will be retained after you upgrade to the latest version. 

Can I upgrade my data from the Basic version to the Standard version aftter upgarde my BUSY license?

 Yes, you can upgrade your data basic to standard in BUSY 
Note : do after backup

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