{"id":1558,"date":"2024-03-19T10:51:20","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T05:21:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/?p=1558"},"modified":"2024-03-20T12:00:57","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T06:30:57","slug":"migrate-accdb-to-sql-server","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/migrate-accdb-to-sql-server\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Migrate ACCDB to SQL Server? &#8211; An Exclusive Version"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Highlight<\/b>: In this write-up, we will discuss the different ways to migrate ACCDB to SQL Server including the SQL Server Migration Assistant (SSMA) for Access (.accdb) and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). Besides this, we will also have insights related to an advanced database conversion tool that can assist you in easily migrating the Access database to Live SQL Server.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header text-center font-weight-bold\"><strong>Table of Contents <\/strong><a class=\"badge badge-primary toc-hv\" href=\"#\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#toc\">Hide<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card mb-5 bg-menu\">\n<div id=\"toc\" class=\"card-body collapse show\">\n<ul class=\"list-unstyled\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#m1\">Reasons why Companies need to Migrate (Access vs. SQL Server)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#m2\">Convert ACCDB file using SSMA for Access<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#m3\">Installation Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#v4\">SSMA Method for Conversion<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#m5\">Import ACCDB file to SQL Server using SSMS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#m6\">Migrate Using VBA Code<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#m7\">Alternate Solution to Migrate ACCDB file<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#m8\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"m1\">Why Companies Convert ACCDB to SQL Server?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When it comes to managing the organization-level data, MS Access doesn\u2019t perform up to mark due to several reasons. In simple words, MS Access is losing its popularity despite having an intuitive and powerful interface. In fact, it\u2019s been 30 years since its inception. Moreover, in Nov 2017, Microsoft announced the retirement of MS Access from the online suite but later reversed its decision with the release of Office 365 in Sept 2020.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Even though MS Access is simpler to learn, it provides great flexibility in creating relational databases and the opportunity to use VBA. Still, many companies are starting to migrate Access to SQL Server due to SQL&#8217;s several advantages. One such advantage is it offers related database systems. Apart from this, Microsoft Access is an outdated model in comparison to modern systems like FoxPro, COBOL, and SQLBase.<\/p>\n<p>To learn more, check out the comparison table between MS Access and SQL Server given below.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1560 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Access-vs-SQL-Server.png\" alt=\"Ms Access vs SQL Server\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"m2\">Method #1: Migrate ACCDB to SQL Server using SSMA for Access<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">SQL Server Migration Assistant for Access is a part of the SQL Server Migration Assistant (SSMA) i.e. founded by Microsoft. This tool is proficient to automate and streamline the data migration process. Besides this, it allows you to perform migration from any version of Access ranging from 97 to 2010.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Through this method, you can easily import ACCDB to SQL Server 2019 or other versions. Also, it enables seamless migration to Azure SQL database objects. You can free install the latest version 9.3.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">To use the tool, make sure you fulfill the prerequisites:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">&#8211; <em>Microsoft .NET Framework version 4.7.2 or higher<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">&#8211; <em>Microsoft Data Access Object (DAO) provider version equal to or greater than 12.0<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Note<\/b>: You should have the credentials of the SQL Server or Azure SQL Database instance for a viable connection.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"m3\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Installation of SSMA for Access<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The installation process is straight and simple. Visit the Microsoft SQL Server Migration Assistant official download page to get the tool. On this page &#8211; scroll down and click on the <b>download <\/b>button to run the installation (a file with a .msi extension), and follow the steps below:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1583 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/download.png\" alt=\"download\" width=\"1454\" height=\"353\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Select the installer version you require and click &#8220;<b>Next<\/b>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1582 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/click-on-next.jpg\" alt=\"click on next\" width=\"1018\" height=\"403\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Next, Double-click on the downloaded file.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1581 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/donwload-page.jpg\" alt=\"download page\" width=\"877\" height=\"40\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the new <b>SSMA for Access Setup <\/b>Window, press on &#8220;<b>Next<\/b>&#8220;.<\/p>\n<p>Check the \u201c<b>I accept the agreement<\/b>\u201d radio button text. Then, hit on &#8220;<b>Next<\/b>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1580 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/I-accept-the-agreement.jpg\" alt=\"I accept the agreement\" width=\"579\" height=\"454\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Note<\/b>: A message box could appear if you are missing some prerequisites. In such a case, exit from the installation guide, install the missing prerequisites, and launch the setup again.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>After that, in the Choose Setup Type window, Select &#8220;<b>Typical<\/b>&#8221; as the setup type. Click on &#8220;<b>Next<\/b>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1579 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/choose-typical.jpg\" alt=\"choose typical\" width=\"582\" height=\"455\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Check both options i.e. \u201c<b>send telemetry to help improve the quality, reliability, and performance<\/b>\u201d, and \u201c<b>Automatically check for newer versions<\/b>.\u201d Henceforth, hit on <b>Install <\/b>to begin the installation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1578 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/check-options-and-click-on-install.jpg\" alt=\"check options and click on install\" width=\"582\" height=\"455\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Once the installation is completed, click &#8220;<b>Finish<\/b>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1577 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/tap-on-finish.jpg\" alt=\"tap on finish\" width=\"584\" height=\"459\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"v4\">Using SSMA for Access to Migrate ACCDB to SQL Server<\/h3>\n<p>After the installation of SSMA for Access, you will find it on the Windows menu.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1576 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/windows-menu.png\" alt=\"windows menu\" width=\"304\" height=\"164\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Next, a wizard will appear after you open the tool showing all the steps you need to perform.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1575 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/opening-window-of-SSMA.jpg\" alt=\"opening window of SSMA\" width=\"766\" height=\"627\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Enter the <b>project name<\/b> and its <b>location <\/b>to create a project. Also, you need to select the version of SQL Server from the drop-down list where you want to <b>Migrate To<\/b>. After this, press the Next button.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1574 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/enter-details.jpg\" alt=\"enter details\" width=\"766\" height=\"504\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Then, press on <b>Add Databases <\/b>to specify the Access database or you can use the search them by clicking on the <b>Find database <\/b>button. Next, press the <b>Next <\/b>button.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1573 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/click-on-add-databases.jpg\" alt=\"click on add databases\" width=\"764\" height=\"505\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On the left side of the Explorer window, you can preview the Access database objects (queries and tables) in tree structure format. In addition, for more information, you can see the list of fields, indexes, and keys.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1572 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/access-database-structure.jpg\" alt=\"access database structure\" width=\"763\" height=\"503\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Likewise, in the screenshot given below, you can view the Access database with the name of <b>Campaign_Template<\/b>. Further, it contains three fields and a primary key. Now, press on <b>Next<\/b>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Fill in the information to establish the connection with the SQL Server instance. Then, tap on the <b>Next <\/b>button.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1571 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/enter-login-details.jpg\" alt=\"enter login details\" width=\"759\" height=\"500\" \/><\/p>\n<p>However, if you don\u2019t have the database pre-existed, it will be created. To do this, tap on <b>Yes<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1570 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/click-on-yes.jpg\" alt=\"click on yes\" width=\"509\" height=\"189\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you desire to use the existing Access applications with SQL Server, you can choose to link the Access tables to the migrated SQL Server tables. After that, hit on <b>Next<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1569 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/press-on-Next.jpg\" alt=\"press on Next\" width=\"767\" height=\"506\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The migration process begins.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1567 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/migration-process-starts.jpg\" alt=\"migration process starts\" width=\"766\" height=\"508\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here, verify the migration status &#8211; the results will show that the <b>test table (Campaign_Table)<\/b> is not available in the SQL Server database. Click on <b>OK<\/b>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1566 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/check-the-results.jpg\" alt=\"check the results.\" width=\"764\" height=\"490\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Access objects migration process is completed. Then, hit on <b>Close<\/b>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1565 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/migration-completed.jpg\" alt=\"migration completed\" width=\"765\" height=\"507\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now, the process to migrate ACCDB to SQL Server finishes using the SSMA for Access method.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">After the completion of the migration process, please verify the details that are transferred from Access database to SQL Server database. Here, you can utilize the main window to compare the read and written information.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1564 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/tool-main-window.jpg\" alt=\"comparison tool window\" width=\"726\" height=\"422\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"m5\">Method #2: Convert Access to SQL Server using SSMS<\/h3>\n<p>In lieu of other methods, you can use the SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) to migrate ACCDB to SQL Server.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Run the <b>Object Explorer<\/b>, and navigate to the <b>database<\/b>. Then, <b>right-click <\/b>on the same.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>After that, Go to <b>Tasks <\/b>\u2192 <b>Import Data<\/b>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1563 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Click-on-Tasks.png\" alt=\"Click on Tasks\" width=\"669\" height=\"720\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the Origin Data, Choose <b>Microsoft Access <\/b>[<b>Microsoft Jet Database Engine<\/b>] from the drop-down. And also, enter the <b>name <\/b>of the Access Database (<b>.accdb\/.mdb<\/b>) file.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1562 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/choose-Microsoft-Access-option.png\" alt=\"choose Microsoft Access option\" width=\"720\" height=\"616\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Next, select the <b>target format<\/b>. Here, you can use the <b>SQL Server Native <\/b>client <b>10.0 <\/b>or <b>11.0 <\/b>to import the data file to the SQL Server database.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>After establishing the connection to the target SQL Server database, opt for the <b>tables <\/b>you want to migrate.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">At this segment, you can preview the data to import ACCDB to SQL Server. Additionally, you can select the <b>correct mapping <\/b>of the columns between the tables.<\/p>\n<p>At the end, hit the <b>Finish <\/b>button to initiate the migration process.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1561 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/press-on-finish.jpg\" alt=\"press on finish\" width=\"719\" height=\"581\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"m6\">Method #3: Migrate ACCDB to SQL Server Using VBA Code<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Comparatively, this above method is way easier in migrating data from an Access database (.accdb\/.mbd) to SQL Server using VBA Code. Before using the code, ensure that you have already set up an SQL Server and Access database with the necessary permissions allowed. Follow the code to employ the import process in Access.\u00a0<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Sub MigrateToSQLServer()<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Dim conAccess As Object, conSQLServer As Object, rsAccess As Object, rsSQLServer As Object<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Dim strSQL As String<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0&#8216; Access database connection<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Set conAccess = CreateObject(&#8220;ADODB.Connection&#8221;)<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0conAccess.Open &#8220;Provider=Microsoft.ACE.OLEDB.12.0;Data Source=C:\\Path\\To\\Your\\Database.accdb;Persist Security Info=False;&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0&#8216; SQL Server database connection<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Set conSQLServer = CreateObject(&#8220;ADODB.Connection&#8221;)<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0conSQLServer.Open &#8220;Provider=SQLOLEDB;Data Source=YourServerName;Initial Catalog=YourDatabaseName;User ID=YourUsername;Password=YourPassword;&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0&#8216; Access recordset<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Set rsAccess = CreateObject(&#8220;ADODB.Recordset&#8221;)<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0rsAccess.Open &#8220;SELECT * FROM YourAccessTableName;&#8221;, conAccess, adOpenForwardOnly, adLockReadOnly<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0&#8216; SQL Server recordset<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Set rsSQLServer = CreateObject(&#8220;ADODB.Recordset&#8221;)<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0rsSQLServer.Open &#8220;SELECT * FROM YourSQLServerTableName;&#8221;, conSQLServer, adOpenDynamic, adLockOptimistic<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0&#8216; Transfer data<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Do Until rsAccess.EOF<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0rsSQLServer.AddNew<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0rsSQLServer.Fields.Append rsAccess.Fields.ItemArray<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0rsSQLServer.Update<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0rsAccess.MoveNext<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Loop<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0&#8216; Clean up<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0rsAccess.Close: Set rsAccess = Nothing<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0rsSQLServer.Close: Set rsSQLServer = Nothing<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0conAccess.Close: Set conAccess = Nothing<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0conSQLServer.Close: Set conSQLServer = Nothing<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0MsgBox &#8220;Data migration completed!&#8221;, vbInformation<\/p>\n<p>End Sub<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Remember to replace the placeholders such as <strong>YourServerName<\/strong>, <strong>YourDatabaseName<\/strong>, <strong>YourUsername<\/strong>, <strong>YourPassword<\/strong>, <strong>YourAccessTableName<\/strong>, <strong>C:\\Path\\To\\Your\\Database.accdb<\/strong>, and <strong>YourSQLServerTableName<\/strong> with their actual names and address.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Also, do not forget to keep a backup of your database before performing the migration process.\u00a0<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Also Read<\/strong>: Different Ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/blogs\/convert-access-to-excel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Convert Access to Excel<\/a> file.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h4 id=\"m7\">Method #4: A Quick Solution to Convert ACCDB to SQL Server<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In contrast to the cumbersome manual method or the risky VBA code method or any free methods, all pose threats to data loss and corruption. However, thankfully, in this regard, there is an instant and reliable solution to migrate ACCDB to SQL Server i.e. ACCDB to SQL Server migration tool.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center mr-2\"><a class=\"btn btn-lg btn-md-block text-white\" style=\"background: #28a745; color: #fff !important;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/download\/SYS4A0S5C\/14\" rel=\"nofollow\"> Download Now<\/a> <a class=\"btn btn-lg btn-md-block text-white\" style=\"background: #ff6800; color: #fff !important;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msoutlooktools.com\/buy\/SYS4A0S5C\/14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"> Purchase Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This tool is not only proficient in importing data from Access to live SQL Server but also allows conversion in different formats such as Excel, CSV, ACCDB, MDB, and more. Further, with its self-explanatory interface, you can easily navigate and do the desired operation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Follow the outlined steps given below to seamlessly complete the conversion process without any data loss.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>Step 1<\/b>. <b>Install <\/b>and <b>open <\/b>the Access database to SQL Server migration software on your system.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/systoolskart.com\/imgp\/access-converter\/1.webp\" alt=\"tool main window\" width=\"989\" height=\"637\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 2<\/b>. Click on the &#8220;<b>Browse<\/b>&#8221; button to locate the <b>ACCDB\/MDB <\/b>file.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/systoolskart.com\/imgp\/access-converter\/1a.webp\" alt=\"hit on the Browse button\" width=\"989\" height=\"637\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 3<\/b>. Press the &#8220;<b>Export<\/b>&#8221; tab to initiate the conversion from MS Access to SQL Server.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/systoolskart.com\/imgp\/access-converter\/7.webp\" alt=\"press on the Export button\" width=\"989\" height=\"637\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 4<\/b>. Choose the SQL Server version from the dropdown list in the Select \u201c<b>Export Option<\/b>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/systoolskart.com\/imgp\/access-converter\/sql\/1.png\" alt=\"select SQL server from the export options\" width=\"952\" height=\"613\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 5<\/b>. For reference, please refer to the screenshot below or review and select options such as <b>Schema &amp; Data<\/b>, <b>Export Deleted Record<\/b>, and other parameters. Finally, click on the &#8220;<b>Export\/Save<\/b>&#8221; tab to commence the import.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/systoolskart.com\/imgp\/access-converter\/sql\/3.png\" alt=\"finally, click on Export\/Save Option\" width=\"952\" height=\"615\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"m8\">Final Takeaway<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In this piece of information, we have discussed the basic and advanced methods to migrate ACCDB to SQL Server. Though there are several manual approaches such as SQL Server Migration Assistant for Access, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), VBA Code, and more. 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