Error Importing existing UFile 2020 Windows file .U20 to UFile Online 2021

[YadBanga]

I'm trying to use Ufile Online 2021 for the first time.

I'm trying to import my existing .U20 file created with my UFile 2020 for Windows.. into Ufile Online 2021 and getting a error screen simple saying "Oops a problem importing your file" and no further details for directions to help correct.

The .U20 file reopens with no issues into my UFile 2020 for Windows version so the .u20 file is not corrupt or damaged.

Could someone please advise

1) Can previous Year u20 file from UFile 2020 for Windows be loaded into UFile 2021 Online?

2) Any suggestions to resolve?

Thanks

Yad

[Yves G]

I have the reverse problem.  I am trying to download the .u20 file onto my computer to be read by UFile 2021 for Windows.  Can't find a way to do that.

[Gail23]

Hey, @YadBanga

To carry forward all the information, it is very important to save in PDF format the tax return of the Family Head from the previous tax year.

If you do not already have a UFile ONLINE account, proceed as follows (otherwise proceed to step 10):

1. Go to the following web page:

https://www.ufile.ca/

2. Click on the "Start your return ONLINE FOR FREE" button and click "Create New Account".

3. Complete the form and be sure to check the box "I agree with the Terms and Conditions of the Licence agreement".

4. Click on the "Create my account" button.

5. Complete "Step 2 - Password reset options" as desired, then click "Next".

6. In "Step 3 - Finish", at the bottom of the page, print the information, than  click the button "Start" from the bottom of the page.

7. Click "Go!".

8. The tax year will appear in the "Tax years list". Click "LAUNCH!"

9. Proceed to step 13 below.

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However, if you already have a UFile ONLINE account, proceed as follows:

10. Go to the following web page:

https://www.ufile.ca/

11. Log in to your account;

12. Click on "Start" tab located in the upper left-hand corner of the screen.

13. Choose the option  "Import an existing file"  and continue with step 14 below.

NOTE: Any information entered prior to conversion will be overwritten and replaced with the data carried forward from your previous year's file. If you have not entered any current year data or have no concerns about your data being overwritten, then you may proceed.

If you have already prepared your return, and possibly paid for it, please do not proceed as both the data entered and the payment will be lost.

Furthermore, please be aware that the conversion cannot be reversed.

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14. Click the "Browse" button, locate your 2020 UFile for Windows tax file (*.u20), and click the "Open" button.

NOTE: It is very important that you browse to locate your file. This will ensure that both the name and location of the file are correct. You cannot just enter the name of the file. The program also needs to know where the file is located on your computer. By browsing, you will ensure that this information is correct.

15. If your UFile for Windows file is protected by a password, enter your password in the space provided.

16. Click the "Submit" button.

17. The file carried forward will open in UFile ONLINE.

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[Gail23]

Hi @Yves G, are you trying to carry forward your tax return 2020 ufile to ufile 2021?

To carry forward your tax return from 2020 to 2021, you should follow the instructions:

1.    Start UFile 2020.
2.    Click on the 'Review' tab.
3.    If you do not have errors, click on the 'Tax return' tab.
4.    Click 'Save PDF'. 
5.    SAVE the data file by clicking on the Diskette icon.
6.    Close UFile 2020.
NOTE: If your data files are on a USB memory stick or a CD, please transfer them to your local disk C:, in My documents or in a new folder ( ex. Taxes 2020). 

In order to carry forward your 2020 tax return prepared with UFile for Windows 2020 to UFile for Windows 2021, please follow these steps:

1. run UFile 2021.
2. From the "Start" tab, click on "Carry forward a 2020 tax file".
3. Under "Select the type of file to import", check "2020 UFile or ImpôtExpert tax file (.u20)".
4. Click the "Browse" button to locate your .u20 file.
5. Click "Open" after you locate the file.
6. Click "Continue".
7. Click "Continue" again.
8. Click "OK".

NOTE: It is very important that you browse to find your file. This will ensure that both the name and location of the file are correct. You cannot just enter the name of the file. UFile also needs to know where on your computer the file is located. By browsing, you will ensure that this information is correct.

UFile will open and your tax information will be carried forward into the 2021 tax year.

[Sanotero]

How do i carry forward 2020 info from the online ufile to the 2021 Windows ufile?

[PettyCashPrash]

On 2/20/2022 at 10:35 AM, Sanotero said:

How do i carry forward 2020 info from the online ufile to the 2021 Windows ufile?

Same situation! Thanks!