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    This document discusses the differences between importing Primavera P6 .XER and .XML files. An .XER file allows users to transfer project files between applications and databases, importing project-specific data automatically. An .XML file provides more import functionality options than an .XER file, allowing modification of what global data is imported in addition to project data. When importing .XML files, users have more options to modify the import of global data than with .XER file imports.

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    July

    2013
    Primavera P6 Version 8.2

    TECH TIP-DIFFERENCES BETWEEN IMPORTING


    P6 .XER AND .XML FILES


    When a user imports files into Primavera P6, it is necessary to understand the type of information is
    being brought into the database. An .XER file is a standard Primavera P6 export file that allows users
    to transfer project files between applications and databases. An .XML file can also be used as a
    reliable import file providing more import functionality options. An .XML file import is also another
    method for exporting and importing Microsoft Project files.

    Figure 1: Choosing the correct import format

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    can be improved, please do not hesitate to email us your comments. These tips have been thoroughly tested by our consultants in a variety of environments. Please read these tech tips thoroughly and be sure
    that you understand them before trying to use them. We can not be responsible for issues that develop because of the configuration of your hardware, technical environment or application of the tech
    memos. If you are not sure, then we urge you to contact Oracle technical support or your local support consultant for assistance.

    Differences between Importing


    P6 .XER and .XML Files

    Below is a screenshot where you can modify what data gets brought into your P6 database, whether it
    is Project Specific data or Global data. This is located in the Import utility

    Figure 2: Choose "Modify" when importing a file

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    Differences between Importing


    P6 .XER and .XML Files


    The options below are available when importing an .XER file. User-Defined Fields, Global Calendars
    and other global data types are not included in this list, therefore will be imported automatically from
    one database to another without restriction.

    Figure 3: A .XER import configurations options

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    Differences between Importing


    P6 .XER and .XML Files


    Below are the options available for .XML type files. There are more substantial options to modify
    global import capablities within this configuration than in the .XER configuration utility.

    Figure 4: A .XML Import Configuration Options

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