Will there be specific guidance or support for using XER Toolkit with Microsoft Project? It would be helpful to have troubleshooting tips, particularly for custom fields and the workaround for using Unique IDs as Activity IDs.
Hi Mattxeronline, thanks for the question!
Yes, XER Toolkit does support using Microsoft Project files. Most of the features within the toolkit work exactly the same regardless of the source software.
The key difference arises when importing a .MPP schedule. Unlike other file types, .MPP schedules don’t have a set column for activities. To address this, we’ve introduced an additional gateway during the import process.
Here’s how it works:
- When you import an .MPP schedule, the toolkit will prompt you to select which column contains the activity ID.
- Once you specify the correct column, the schedule will be loaded accurately into the toolkit, and all features will function as designed.
We are currently testing this feature with a super user. Once testing is complete, we’ll provide all users with guidance and a quick instruction document to ensure a smooth experience.
Let me know if you need any more details!