Pen Reports - BC Reporting

Modified on Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 3:57 PM

BC Reporting PEN Request Failed (SOLVED)

When trying to upload your PEN file and you get the following error:

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Please make sure to check the filename to Match the FFI number in the file:

1. The file name needs to match the number of digits in the header of the file after FFI..

 

2. Opening the file in Notepad:

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3. Uncheck the “Always use this app to open .PEN files” checkbox.

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4. Click “More Apps”

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  1. Select “Notepad” and click OK:

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5. This number should match the file name:

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6. Rename your file to match the FFI number in your PEN file:

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7. Upload the renamed file.

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