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How to Import JSON Files to Magento 2

May 6, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 2 JSON Import

The default Magento 2 data import capabilities are enough for satisfying only basic data transfer demands, but what if a more complex task must be solved? For instance, you need to import JSON files to Magento 2, while the system supports only the CSV standard. You need to convert your JSON files to the supported file type to move them to your e-commerce website. Luckily, there is a more user-friendly solution for importing JSON to Magento 2.

Meet the Improved Import & Export extension. This module supports the Magento 2 JSON import so that you can move all the necessary information to your e-commerce store without turning it into CSV. You can effortlessly move data in this format in both directions: to and from your Magento 2 website.

In this article, we discuss JSON file requirements for importing data to Magento 2 and provide a list of supported entities (you can transfer all core entities now). Besides, you will find a step-by-step guide that describes how to import JSON data to Magento 2. If you are unfamiliar with the JSON format, its brief description is below. Continue Reading

How to import data from external MySQL database to Magento 2

May 6, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

magento mysql direct update table

Often it is necessary to import products, customers, orders, or other data types to Magento 2 from a third-party MySQL database. However, Magento 2 doesn’t let you do that. Although the default tools don’t support such file sources as external databases, there are several ways to synchronize Magento 2 with external databases.

Welcome to our MySQL Magento guide. In the following post, we shed light on how to export and import database tables between MySQL and Magento in two different ways. Firstly, we describe a common approach that involves the default Magento 2 import solution. It requires tons of manual work and cannot be automated. You need to run a CSV export from your MySQL database, match third-party attributes to ones used in Magento 2, and import your MySQL table into your e-commerce website.

On the contrary, you will find out how to avoid numerous unnecessary chores while performing a Magento MySQL direct update of tables. This approach involves the Improved Import & Export extension. The module combines MySQL database connection and other data import activities within a single interface right in your Magento 2 admin.

After that, we shed light on several MySQL facts as well as describe the core features of the Improved Import & Export extension. To make the long story short, let’s see how to import data from an external MySQL database to Magento 2.
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FireBear Improved Import & Export for Magento 2 – Extension Change Log

April 17, 2024 - Magento 2, Our extensions

The following blog post will help you retrace the evolution of the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 module. The article gathers updates associated with the extension’s new version from the very beginning. At the time of 1.0.0, it was a basic import solution with an existing import jobs architecture and import cron automation. With the next few versions, the module got such enhancements as product attribute import on the fly, transfers from FTP, SFTP, URL, Dropbox, custom mapping, etc. Each new release made the Improved Import stronger and stronger. However, it was still an import-only tool until 1.5.0 was released. With this version, our extension became capable of both import and export processes. You can peruse the detailed evolution of the module and see its latest features below.

Extension Manual | FAQ | Demo | Sample Files

3.8.7 (released 17.04.2024)

Features:

Magento 2.4.7. Support. The latest version of the extension supports Magento 2.4.7.
Customer Import. Support for separate street columns “_address_street_1”, “_address_street_2”, “_address_street_3”, “_address_street_4” when importing customer & addresses.
Improved Consecutive Export. Now, it is possible to export also last updated entities.
Export Mapping. The “salable_qty” column has been added to the export mapping section when exporting products with MSI data.
Order Export. A new event, “sales_order_save_commit_after,” to run order export jobs has been added.
Customer Import. A new customer import attribute has been added – “allowed_assistance.” It can enable/disable the Allow Remote Shopping Assistant feature.
Order History Import. Now order comments can be imported by the order’s “increment_id”. “status_history:entity_id” and “status_history:parent_id” are not required anymore.
Custom Options Price Import. It is now possible to import store-specific custom option prices.
Export Filters. Export filters support the following conditions: “=” “!=” “>” “<=” “contains” “not contains.”
Image Import. Additional logging has been added for deferred image import.
Performance. Customer import has improved memory consumption.
Data Storage. The DB’s “mapping” column type has been changed to “mediumblob” in the “firebear_import_jobs” table to allow the storage of more data.
Product Import. The ability to unassign products from the category has been added.
Order Export. It is now possible to export order data in one line to XML and JSON formats.

Magento 2 Google Sheets Integration Guide

April 3, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento Google Sheets Integration

Have you ever known that importing data to Magento 2 from Google Sheets is possible? It is not a joke, and we will explore the Magento Google Sheets integration below.

Although you will never find the corresponding option in your Magento 2 administration, a robust third-party Magento 2 importer can do the job. The default import and export tools of your e-commerce website are scarce. You can perform only several basic data transfers with them. Therefore, it is necessary to leverage a third-party extension that replaces the default import and export functionality. So meet the Improved Import & Export module for Magento 2. This tool dramatically enhances the basic features associated with moving tables to and from your website. And, of course, it delivers the Magento 2 Google Sheets integration to the platform.

In the following article, we shed light on the basic features of the Improved Import & Export extension that can help you with the Magento 2 Google Sheets integration. After that, you will find a link to our Master Import Table for the Magento 2 Google Sheets import along with detailed descriptions.

With this information, we proceed to the use cases associated with the Magento 2 Google Sheets import. You will learn to import data from a spreadsheet with multiple tabs, automate the corresponding transfers, move configurable products to your store, work with tier prices, save category positions, copy the existing reviews to your new website, etc.

Magento 2 Page Builder Import & Export

April 1, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 2 Page Builder Data Import Export

In the following article, we shed light on Magento 2 Page Builder. You will learn its core features. After that, we will focus on the Magento 2 Page Builder import and export. Since you cannot transfer anything to/from the tool via the platform’s default instruments, it is necessary to install a third-party extension. Below, we explore the most intuitive and easy-to-use solution aimed at recreating the missing functionality. Meet the Improved Import & Export extension. With its help, you can most efficiently import and export the data associated with Page Builder in Magento 2.

The blog post below unveils the most important facts about Magento Page Builder. You will learn about its drag-and-drop functionality, grid system, visual effects, flexible integrations, products, instant previews, schedules, etc. Besides, there is a technical introduction to the tool and a brief description of Bluefoot CMS as the foundation of the Page Builder in Magento. After that, the article switches to its key part – you will learn how to import and export data to/from Magento 2 Page Builder. Since the process incorporates the Improved Import & Export extension, you will also find its features described below.
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How to Import Magento 2 Product by Store View?

March 27, 2024 - Fire development, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 2 product by store view import

You’ve come to the right place if you run a multilingual storefront or use several different store views. Below, we explore a situation when you need to import Magento 2 product data by store view. While this procedure may seem quite exhausting when you use the default import tools, you may rely on several other ways to simplify these data management chores. Below, we provide community-based recommendations on Magento 2 product import per store view for both Magento 1 and Magento 2. At the same time, you will find a solution proposed by the Firebear team.

The article incorporates materials from the StackExchange question by ruuter. Once we came across it, we thought it was good to share our experience in this area. Thus, if you don’t know how to import individual product data per store view in Magento 2, we will teach you below.

Also, note that the article compares the traditional approach that works for Magento 1.x with the new way introduced in Magento 2. As for the improved solution, we shed light on the associated product import automation, product data transfers per store view from external sources, and the use of alternative data sources, such as Google Sheets or API connections. Continue Reading

Magento Error Log to Debug Magento 2 Import & Export

March 26, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

magento error log

Today, we are going to discuss the Magento error log for import and export processes. Since Magento 2 doesn’t have any import and export logs, debugging becomes way more difficult than most users expect. It is still possible but you need to spend way more time and effort than in the case of third-party solutions. In the following article, we shed light on how to debug and log the Magento 2 import and export processes and errors with the help of the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 extension.

Below, you will discover a Magento 2 debug log for import and export processes available in our extension. We describe how to view and manage them. Besides, the article touches upon the topic of debugging the Magento 2 import and export process and errors, mostly focussing on how to avoid the existing problems. Other useful tips are available here: Magento 2 Developer’s Cookbook.
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How to Import Data via REST API into Magento 2

March 25, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 2 REST API Import

Today, we’d like to draw your attention to the Magento 2 REST API Import. Depending on the edition of your Magento 2 installation, your built-in import and export tools may vary a little. However, the difference is not vast: you can create update schedules in Commerce while the Open Source edition doesn’t let you do that. The common thing is that neither of them lets you leverage the REST API import in Magento 2. Luckily, the missing functionality can be enabled with minimum effort. You only need to install the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 module. The extension offers all the features necessary to leverage the Magento 2 REST API import and export.

The following article sheds light on how to import data into Magento 2 via REST API. We discuss how to enable the Magento 2 REST API import and what extra benefits you can get. If you are not familiar with what the Magento 2 REST API is, we’ve also prepared a chapter that describes this standard. Besides, there is an FAQ section that provides answers to frequently asked questions about Magento 2 REST API import/export processes.
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Magento 2 Import: How To Fix Value For Attribute Contains Incorrect Value Error

March 25, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 2 Development; Magento 2 tutorial

In the following article, you will discover a universal algorithm for solving Magento 2 errors associated with incorrect attribute values. We focus on the Magento 2 Value For Attribute Contains Incorrect Value issue to illustrate the entire scope of problems merchants usually face.

Let’s assume that your import file contains multiple products with numerous attributes, each of which follows the strict Magento requirements. However, there is a record with invalid values. As a result, Magento’s Value For Attribute Contains Incorrect Value error displays. It doesn’t let you transfer the entire table with product data.

Below, you will find out how to address this problem. Furthermore, we also shed light on how to prevent it and avoid unpleasant situations with your future data updates with the Improved Import & Export module. Besides, we elucidate how to prevent other import issues with the help of our plugin. If you are looking for a more specific case of this issue, check this article: Value For Status Attribute Contains Incorrect Value: How To Fix Error During Magento 2 Import.
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Magento 2 Imported Resource (Image) Could Not Be Downloaded: How To Fix This Magento 2 Import Error

March 25, 2024 - E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 2 Development; Magento 2 tutorial

In the following article, we explore a problem that prevents Magento users from importing images. You may be familiar with the Magento 2 Imported resource (image) could not be downloaded from external resource issue. If not, we provide two StackExchange cases and a possible resolution below. Besides, our team developed a dramatically improved way of importing images into Magento 2 which is also described in this article. So, what is Magento’s ‘Imported resource (image) could not be downloaded from external resource’ error, and how to fix it? Continue Reading