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Hello Everyone,
Good Morning!
I have one excel file which consist of Password. I am trying to open Password excel file in Qlikview, it's giving error like"Cannot read BIFF file".
Could you please explain me how to open?
Best,
Siva.
Opening password-protected Excel files in QlikView can be achieved in several ways, depending on your specific situation and desired outcome. Here are some options:
1. Open the Excel file before loading data:
ClipData
or Clipboard
.2. Use the OpenExcel
function:
System Tables
checkbox is checked when selecting the data source in the Script Editor. This enables access to the password prompt.3. Utilize the ODBC
connector:
ODBC CONNECT
statement.4. Automate the password entry with a batch file:
Additional considerations:
OpenExcel
can be slower than other methods.Choosing the best approach depends on your specific needs, technical skills, and security requirements. If you're unsure, consult the QlikView documentation or seek help from the QlikView community for further guidance. or you can also visit our website game development course for more details