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Title
Import Excel XLS file gives "invalid pointer error" or "not processed string in SST [20]" -
Description
Error received when importing an Excel file using the Data Importer Wizard by selecting Database | Import | Table Data:
"invalid pointer error"
or
"not processed string in SST [20]". -
Cause
Excel sheet generated by 3rd party program is not compatible with Toad's Import Wizard.
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Resolution
RESOLUTION 1:
1) Open the XLS file in Excel.
2) Make sure to unfreeze the panes by going to "Windows | Unfreeze pane" in the Excel menu.
3) Check for hidden rows and drag out any rows that are hidden in the spreadsheet.
RESOLUTION 2:
1. Open Microsoft Excel and create A new blank XLS file.
2. Copy the entire contents of the original XLS and paste into new XLS file.
3. Import the new XLS file using Toad's Data Importer.