The file you are trying to import has an incorrect format when processing BAS through GovConnect

Legacy KB ID: 4077

Question

Why do I get the error:

The file you are trying to import has an incorrect format.  If the problem persists, please contact Reckon Support.  (Import file missing “SoftwarenameStr’ tag)

when processing my BAS through GovConnect?

Answer

The error points to the BAS export file being created by either:

·         BAS Lodgement Configuration left on ATO Business Portal Lodgement; or

·         a non-supported version of QuickBooks (pre 2011/12).

 

Solutions

  1. Change BAS Lodgement Configuration:
    1. Reports > Tax > Simplified BAS/IAS;
    2. Config > BAS Lodgement;
    3. Click radio button for Standard Business Reporting (SBR) Lodgement via Reckon GovConnect;

d.    OK.

  1. Upgrade to teh current version of QuickBooks (2011/12 and later) and create the BAS report in that version.

Or

OK the message and continue with the SBR Reporting.  No information will be imported so you will need to manually enter the BAS information into the required fields. 

 

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