error converting project from v2017 to v2020

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I have an error trying to generate project from project.pmp file created with older version of phpmaker (v2017) on windows 10:
[Window Title]
Error
[Content]
Get file ‘phpexcel.xml’ for extension ‘PHPExcel’ failed.
Deleting template cash and switching all of extensions didn’t help. It works if I open project file using notepad and removed part of code:






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I am not sure if it’s the right way and possible consequences. Please advise how to solve.

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The “PHPExcel” is the old extension for the older versions of PHPMaker. Please do not use that extension for v2020.

For PHPMaker v2020, please use “PhpSpreadsheet” extension instead.

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“… Please do not use that extension for v2020…” - How to? I have no way to switch it off. “PHPExcel” doesn’t exist in Tools->Extensions.

So I have no way to generate project…

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The latest version should be able to detect whether the older project still refer to the older Extensions, and then will display the confirmation dialog box, whether to delete the older Extensions or not.

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Thanks for your answer but it doesn’t display anything, no warnings or confirmation dialog box. Just windows error appears after pushing “Generate” button. Please advice what to do.

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alex wrote:

It works if I open project file using notepad and removed part of code

Yes, you may do that. Don’t forget to backup your .pmp file before doing it.