How do I import SayPro bank statements into Sage?

📌 How to Import SayPro Bank Statements into Sage

SayPro can import bank statements into Sage manually if bank feeds are not available. This ensures all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.

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🔹 1️⃣ Steps to Import SayPro Bank Statements into Sage

✅ Step 1: Download the Bank Statement from SayPro’s Bank

1️⃣ Log into SayPro’s online banking portal.
2️⃣ Navigate to Bank Statements > Download Statement.
3️⃣ Choose a compatible file format:

• CSV (Comma-Separated Values)
• OFX (Open Financial Exchange)
• QIF (Quicken Interchange Format)

💡 SayPro Tip: If available, download the CSV format, as it’s widely supported by Sage.

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✅ Step 2: Log into Sage and Access the Banking Module

1️⃣ Open Sage Accounting.
2️⃣ Go to Banking > Select SayPro’s Bank Account.
3️⃣ Click “Import Statement” to start the process.

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✅ Step 3: Upload the Bank Statement

1️⃣ Click “Choose File” and select the downloaded CSV, OFX, or QIF file.
2️⃣ Click “Upload” to import transactions.

💡 SayPro Tip: Ensure the date, description, and amount columns match Sage’s format to prevent errors.

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✅ Step 4: Review and Categorize Transactions

1️⃣ Sage will display the imported transactions.
2️⃣ Review each entry and match it to invoices, bills, or expenses.
3️⃣ If needed, edit categories or split transactions for accurate bookkeeping.

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✅ Step 5: Finalize and Reconcile

1️⃣ Once all transactions are matched, click “Reconcile”.
2️⃣ Verify the closing balance matches the bank statement.
3️⃣ Save and confirm the reconciliation.

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🔹 2️⃣ Troubleshooting Import Issues

❌ File Not Uploading?
✔️ Ensure the file format is CSV, OFX, or QIF.
✔️ Open the file in Excel and check for formatting errors (e.g., missing columns).
✔️ Remove any special characters or extra spaces.

❌ Transactions Not Matching?
✔️ Manually assign categories or match transactions.
✔️ Check for duplicate entries and remove them.

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🚀 Summary: Importing SayPro Bank Statements into Sage

🔹 Step 1: Download the bank statement in CSV, OFX, or QIF format.
🔹 Step 2: Open Sage and access the Banking module.
🔹 Step 3: Upload the statement and review transactions.
🔹 Step 4: Categorize and match transactions.
🔹 Step 5: Finalize and reconcile the bank account.

Would you like a template for SayPro’s CSV bank statement format to simplify imports? 😊