I did find a firm that is authorized by PT to remove/ reset for password to allow Pervasive ODBC access. See www.goldstarsoftware.com. I corresponded w/ Bill Bach who very nicely explained the process and fees. Its $250/ database.
Unfortunately, that's more than I can justify investing in...
No arguments here...I just personally find crystal both expensive and difficult. Just can't get my mind around it like good ole' VBA script and Access.
Anyway, before the self-protecting passwords on the PT files, that Pervasive link was sweet.
Kjobob: agree with you comments on the SDK. I...
Thanks for the tip on the other forum. I am registered there too and use it occasionally.
As to why we use Access: a couple of reasons. First, Access report writing is far easier than Crystal and more versatile than PT.
Second, we have additional tables that link to the Peachtree...
Did you make any progress on this kjobob? I'm in the same boat - upgraded from PT Complete 2006 to 2008 and now locked out from my Pervasive connection.
That connection was a wonderful tool - so much access to information and reports that PT fails to provide. It was important enougth that...
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