Import transactions to Avalara Consumer Use
This article applies to:Avalara Consumer Use
Add your consumer use transactions to a spreadsheet and upload it. Troubleshoot import errors when they occur, or review your import history.
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Avalara Consumer Use is an add-on for AvaTax. Adjust transactions in Avalara Consumer Use and then forward them to your AvaTax company to manage reports and returns. |
Before you begin
- Avalara Consumer Use saves transaction values and automatically populates empty fields based on your company defaults
- Always review your transaction processing settings before an import
Download the ACU Transaction Import template
ACU-Transaction-Import-Template.csv
Import templates are also available in the product, under Transactions > Import Transaction Data. Reference the import template guidelines when creating your file.
Steps
- In Avalara Consumer Use, go to Transactions > Import Transaction Data.
- Select an import type, then select a download link to download the appropriate template.
If you're using a custom import template, you can also select the Import Type Definition link to download a definition file, which tells you which columns are required and includes any notes that you entered. - Copy transaction data from your business application to the template using the import template guidelines.
- Drag and drop the finished file into the upload field, or click Browse to select it for upload. Click Upload to start the import.
Finished uploads are found at Transactions > Import history. Imported transactions are added to Transactions > Process transactions.
If you receive an error message, refer to the import troubleshooting guide.