How do I upgrade Avalara AvaTax for Sage 500 to a newer build?
Overview
You want to upgrade to a newer build of the Avalara software for your Sage 500 version and you want to know how to install the newest version.
Environment
Sage 500
Resolution
- Pull up the Avalara credentials and copy the account number, license key, and company code in the current Sage 500 settings prior to making any changes
- Uninstall the current version of Avalara AvaTax for Sage 500 from the server (not the workstation/user machine)
- Install Avalara AvaTax for Sage 500 following the standard installation process using the .exe file
- On each client (workstation/user machine) place the new AV... files in the "AV" folder in the sage 500 client directory
Note: This guide follows the process to change between different builds for the same ERP version. Changing from Sage 500 7.5 → 7.6 for example requires a full installation after ERP upgrade.