B1 Tools Download and Installation
B1 Tools Installation Steps
Step 1: Download the Installation Package
Start by clicking the Download button to get the installation package. Once the download is complete, navigate to the file’s location.
Step 2: Unblock & Extract the Files
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Right-click the downloaded file and select Properties.
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In the General tab, look for the Unblock option and check the box (if available). Click OK.
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Right-click the file again and select Extract All.
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Choose a destination for extraction. If you want to keep track of the location easily, you can copy the file path.
Step 3: Register the Add-On in SAP Business One
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Open SAP Business One and navigate to Administration > Add-Ons > Add-On Administration.
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Click Register Add-On.
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Click the three-dot button at the top right and navigate to the folder where you extracted the files.
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Select the ARD file and click OK.
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Ensure the "Install as Part of Registration" option is checked.
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Click OK to start the installation.
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Once the installation is complete, you’ll see a Success Notification in the status bar confirming the process.
Step 4: Start the Add-On
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Close the Add-On Registration window and open Add-On Manager.
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Find and select the newly installed add-on and click Start.
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After a few moments, you’ll receive a prompt to create User-Defined Fields and Objects.
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Approve the changes by clicking OK or Yes when prompted.
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Wait a few minutes for the process to complete.
⚠️ Important: This process modifies database structures and may disrupt users currently working in the system. It's best to run this step after business hours.
Step 5: Restart SAP Business One
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Once everything is applied, restart SAP Business One to finalise the setup.
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After restarting, open the Add-On Manager, find B1 Tools, click on it, then click Start. This will change the status from Disconnected to Connected, ensuring that the add-on is running properly.
Step 6: Register Your License
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In SAP Business One, navigate to Administration > License > B1 Developers > Register License.
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Check your email for the registration code (included in the plan confirmation email) previously sent to you.
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Copy and paste the registration code into the designated field.
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Click Register to activate your license.
Congratulations! B1 Tools is now installed and ready to use. If you need further assistance, feel free to reach out using the contact page.