topic Re: Store .QVD files in AWS S3 buckets in Connectivity & Data Prep

Store .QVD files in AWS S3 buckets

VaishnaviMogal11 — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:54:46 GMT

Hi,

I am using Qlik sense Enterprise on windows of qlik sense server 14.129.6(May 2023).

I need to store the QVD files in S3 bucket. but i am getting error as can't open file...

while making connection to S3, i am not getting option of SSE header(which i get to know while searching the error).

so is the issue related to qlik sense version or what would be the reason?

Thank you!

Re: Store .QVD files in AWS S3 buckets

diegozecchini — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 07:39:32 GMT

Hi
When you receive error "Can't Open File" this typically occurs if the file path or permissions are incorrect, or if the S3 bucket is not accessible due to network or credentials issues or maybe the specified QVD file does not exist at the provided location.

If I were you I double-check the file path in your Qlik script (e.g., s3://bucket-name/folder/file.qvd) and verify the bucket's permissions. Ensure the IAM user or role used for the connection has appropriate permissions (s3:GetObject, s3:PutObject, etc.).

kind regards

Re: Store .QVD files in AWS S3 buckets

VaishnaviMogal11 — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 04:29:55 GMT

HI, Thank you for reply.

it means there is no problem in qlik sense server version.?

here you can see i am not getting option for adding SSE header, so i thought, its because of version.

Thank you!

Re: Store .QVD files in AWS S3 buckets

diegozecchini — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:12:24 GMT

Hi! The issue you're facing with saving QVD files to an Amazon S3 bucket in Qlik Sense Enterprise could be related to a few factors. First, the absence of the SSE header option might indeed depend on the version of Qlik Sense you are using. Not all versions support this feature in the native connectors. To clarify, it would be helpful to check the documentation for Qlik Sense version 14.129.6 (May 2023) to confirm whether SSE headers are supported or if it’s a feature introduced in later versions.

Another possibility is that the Web Storage Connectors themselves might be outdated. Even if your Qlik Sense server is up-to-date, the connectors for cloud storage such as Amazon S3 may need an update. You can check the Qlik download site for the latest version of these connectors to ensure compatibility.

Regarding the error "Can't Open File," it’s important to ensure that your S3 bucket is accessible with the correct permissions. The IAM user or role used for the connection must have adequate permissions, including actions like s3:GetObject, s3:PutObject, and s3:ListBucket. Additionally, verify that the bucket name, folder path, and QVD file name in your script match the exact case and structure of the S3 storage. (s3://bucket-name/dir/filename.qvd)

If you’ve already set up the connection without SSE headers, you can use the "Test Connection" button visible in the screenshot you shared to confirm if the connection parameters are valid. Sometimes, testing this step reveals underlying network or credentials issues.

Lastly, if none of these steps resolves the problem, you might want to consider upgrading Qlik Sense Enterprise to a more recent version. Newer releases often include enhanced compatibility and fixes for cloud storage connectors, including support for features like SSE headers. Let me know if you need help with any specific step or further clarification!

Re: Store .QVD files in AWS S3 buckets

korsikov — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:39:11 GMT

I think official answer here
https://help.qlik.com/en-US/connectors/Subsystems/Web_Storage_Provider_Connectors_help/Content/Connectors_StorageProvider/Storage%20provider%20connectors/Amazon-S3-storage-provider-connector.htm

The data storage feature is currently only available on Qlik Sense SaaS.