Copy Data from BDE to SQL Server Automatically
Move data from BDE to Microsoft SQL Server without writing scripts or building complex migration processes.
Connect your databases, map and transform your data visually, then run the transfer once or automate it on a schedule.
Typical migration experience: "I installed the software, watched one short video, and had my BDE data migrated to Microsoft SQL Server in about 10 minutes. I expected it to take hours."
BDE Data Migration Example
Read data from BDE, transform and map the fields, then write the results directly to Microsoft SQL Server.
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Video: Watch the Migration in Action
See how to connect the databases, map the fields and move BDE data into Microsoft SQL Server step by step.
How to Copy Data from BDE to SQL Server - Step-by-Step
1. Launch Advanced ETL Processor
- Create a BDE Connection by selecting the alias or specifying database parameters
- Create a SQL Server Connection using hostname, port, database name, username, and password
2. Create a New Transformation
Right-click on a transformation group and select New to create a new workflow.
3. Configure Reader
- Double-click the reader object
- Select the BDE connection
- Choose a source table or enter a custom SQL SELECT query
4. Configure Writer
- Double-click the writer object
- Select your SQL Server connection
- Choose the target schema and table
- Set the action (insert, update, or replace)
5. Map and Transform Fields
- Map BDE fields to SQL Server columns
- Apply transformations or conversions as needed (e.g., date vs datetime2, numeric precision, Unicode/ANSI handling)
6. Run the Transformation
Click the Run button to execute the transfer. Logs will display real-time progress and any issues encountered.
Business usage examples
Operations lead
Move database rows through repeatable copy workflows instead of manual exports and imports.
Data team
Map fields between Access, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Salesforce, and other systems.
Compliance owner
Keep source queries, target writes, run logs, and failures visible enough for audit work.
Useful links
Start with the Advanced ETL Processor Enterprise overview, then download the fully functional 30-day trial. The copy-data hub lists the other BDE copy workflows.