Creating a New Database (Single-user) - If the "DBDef.txt" file is missing
If you attempt to create a new database as described on the
Creating a New Database - Single User page but without a "DBDef.txt" file present in the same folder or directory as the Hansa application, that database will be created successfully. However, the process will deviate from the path outlined in two respects:
- The list of possible back-up files which can be imported will not be shown.
- You will only have access to the System module.
You can either decide to start again or to proceed with the empty database. The former route is recommended as little time will have been lost. Follow these steps:
- Close Hansa using the 'Quit' command on the File menu.
- Delete the "Hansa.HDB" file.
- Locate the "DBDef.txt" file and move it to the folder or directory containing the Hansa application. Also, ensure that the 'Default.txt' file is present.
- Launch Hansa again and follow the procedure described on the Creating a New Database - Single User page.
If you decide to proceed with the empty database, follow these steps:
- Ensure the "Default.txt" file is present in the same folder or directory as the Hansa application and enter a single Company to the 'Companies: Update' window. This window is described on the Creating a New Company page. Click the [Save] button to save.
- On closing this window, the 'Select Company' window will open. Double-click the Company that you wish to work with.
- The System module will be the only module available. The next step should be to remedy this. Select 'System' from the Modules menu and 'Imports' from the File menu. Double-click 'Automatic, manual file search' in the subsequent list. Locate the "DBDef.txt" file and import it. You will now have access to all modules.
- Return to the Settings page to resume the process.
