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The solution to Issuance Date Error when Migrating Date from TCMS V2 to TCMS V3 and Ingress



Introduction
Recently, there are several issues related to database migration from TCMS V2 to TCMS V3 and Ingress software. First, user details migrated without the issuance date, wrong issuance date, or expiry date auto-configured to 1/1/2000.



Solutions
Make sure the backup database made with the latest version of TCMS V2 software. Please be informed that the final version of TCMS V2 software is version 2.2.027 with patch date 24-05-2017.

1. If you are using an old version of TCMS V2 software, please update the TCMS Vv2 software to version 2.2.027 by downloading the software installer at the following link.
https://www.fingertec.com/softwareupdate/software-tcmsv2_download_e.html

2. Also, if you are already using TCMS V2 version 2.2.027, please check the patch date version you are using. Go to System Settings > What’s new in this release? And check the patch date.


3. If the software patch date is older than 24-05-2017, please follow the steps below to update the software patch date.

1) Download the latest ft.exe file from this link: https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.fingertec.com/Faiz+Tools/TCMSv2+Software+FT+Setup/ft-75+22027+240517.exe

2) Rename the downloaded file to "ft.exe" (remove all the numbers in the file name, and leave it as ft.exe)

3) Copy the above file, and paste it in TCMS v2 folder (Local Disk C > Program Files (x86) >Fingertec Worldwide > TCMSv2) to replace the existing ft.exe file

4) Relaunch TCMSv2 software - Run as administrator [go to System Settings > What's new in the release > Make sure the version is updated: v2.2.027 24-05-2017

Secondly, please make sure you have installed the latest version of TCMS V3 and Ingress Software before proceeding with the migration process. You are also required to install minimum Microsoft .Net Framework 4.6.2 in your workstation PC. You may refer to the following link for Microsoft .Net Framework 4.6.2 installer.
https://dotnet.microsoft.com/download/dotnet-framework

Lastly, you also required to install Microsoft OLE DB Provider for Visual FoxPro 9.0 in your workstation. The TCMS V2 is using FoxPro database type so, this installer allows the OLE DB in the workstation to give access for Visual FoxPro database and tables for migration purpose. You may download the installer from the following link.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-my/download/details.aspx?id=14839

Note: If some of the screenshots or steps viewed here are different from the ones in the current system, this is due to our continuous effort to improve our system from time to time. Please notify us at info@timeteccloud.com, we update it as soon as possible.
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Shift Data From TCMS V2 to TimeTec TA Easily Via Migration Wizard



INTRODUCTION

TImeTec TA and TCMS V2 software are two difference application with the nearly similar functions where you can centralize, store and manage all transactions data. Both applications enable you to download and process attendance records to help organizations better manage their dynamic workforce.

Here we will discuss and explain about Migration and Rollback Wizard that available is in TimeTec TA application. In computing term, Migration is the process of transferring data between one operating environment to another operating environment. In the meantime Rollback is the process of restoring a database or program to a previously defined state, typically to recover from an error. In simpler term, to Undo.

BENEFIT
This feature provides a simple backup and restoration process for users who are sceptical about moving to a new software without experiencing data lost, where there can use both TimeTec and TCMS software as an easy one-way to store employee data. In this wizard it will ease the admin’s job and give them the flexibility to either keep the existing data such as Company information and hierarchy, User or employee data, Devices, Schedules & Rosters, Leaves and Holidays between this two application (TimeTec TA and TCMS V2).

Migration from TCMS V2 to TimeTec TA
1) It’s important that you backup the database file from TCMS V2 software by going to System Setting > Backup/Restore database > select Backup command to migrate to TimeTec > Apply.
2) Copy the file and save in one folder for easy tracking.
3) Login to your TimeTec TA account and go to Support > Wizard > select Migration.


4) Inside the Migration wizard, click on Browser, select the TCMSv2 backup file, then press Upload.

5) Select the employees to migrate into TimeTec TA (You can ignore those who are suspended or have resigned.) > Click Import Selected. System will process and a successful message will appear once completed. 
6) Now you can see all the Company Info, User data, Schedule, Roster and other info that have been updated into your TimeTec account.  
7) For details step, you can also refer to the following link http://www.fingertectips.com/2014/02/migrating-data-from-tcms-v2-to-timetec.html


TimeTec TA is a better choice for your time attendance needs because it is on cloud, it’s effective, accessible, scalable and affordable. Find out more at www.timetecta.com
Better attendance.
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