proTILOS-P6-XML-Converter

When TILOS XML files fail to import reliably into Primavera P6

The transfer of schedules from TILOS to Primavera P6 often fails because the XML files generated by TILOS contain structural inconsistencies. P6 typically rejects these files without providing a clear error message — resulting in empty projects or incomplete imports. For planners and project teams, this means repeated exports, manual troubleshooting and an import process that is neither transparent nor efficient without additional tooling.

proTILOS‑P6‑XML‑Converter – Reliable preparation of TILOS XML files for P6

The proTILOS‑P6‑XML‑Converter analyses TILOS XML files for typical structural issues that prevent a successful import into Primavera P6. The tool checks whether the XML is aligned with the expected P6 format and automatically corrects known error patterns – for example missing or incorrect object references. In these supported cases, the converter generates a new, P6‑compatible XML file that can be imported without errors.

If the file contains problems that cannot be resolved automatically – such as multiple values of the same Activity Code assigned to a single activity, which P6 does not support – the converter intentionally stops the process and displays a clear error message. This ensures that users can address the issue directly in TILOS before attempting another import.

USP: The converter makes the TILOS → P6 workflow dependable by correcting what can be corrected automatically and clearly flagging what must be fixed at the source – preventing silent failures and empty imports in P6.

Your key benefits with our proTILOS-P6-XML-Converter

Error-free imports

The converter validates TILOS XML files before importing and automatically corrects supported structural problems, reducing the risk of empty or incomplete P6 projects.

Clear error analysis

For issues that cannot be automated – such as multiple Activity Code assignments – the tool provides explicit, actionable error messages so users can adjust the model directly in TILOS.

Reliable data flow

With a corrected and P6‑compatible XML file, the transition from TILOS to Primavera P6 becomes significantly more stable and predictable.

The proTILOS‑P6‑XML‑Converter reduces import errors, saves troubleshooting time and ensures that TILOS schedules arrive in P6 accurately – or highlights precisely where adjustments are required.

Technical information on our proTILOS-P6-XML-Converter

The proTILOS‑P6‑XML‑Converter works entirely file‑based and prepares TILOS XML files so that they can be processed by Primavera P6. It first verifies whether the XML conforms to the expected P6 structure. It then analyses the content for common error patterns that would otherwise lead to empty or partially imported projects in P6.

Technical Capabilities

Verification of the XML structure against the expected P6 XML format
Detection of typical TILOS export issues, such as
- missing or incorrect object references
- unsupported XML elements
Automatic generation of a newly written, P6‑compatible XML file for supported error types
Output of the corrected file with a time‑stamped filename for clear version tracking
Fully file‑based operation – no P6 login, Webservice access or database connection required

Handling of Non‑automatable Errors

Detection of multiple Activity Code assignments that P6 cannot process
In these cases:
- the conversion is intentionally stopped
- a clear, specific error message is provided
- the user is guided to correct the issue in TILOS
This prevents misleading “successful” imports that would produce empty or incomplete projects in P6

Compatibility & Use Cases

Designed for environments where schedules are created in TILOS and transferred to Primavera P6
Fully file‑based, with no impact on the P6 database
Especially useful for teams that regularly exchange schedules and want to avoid recurring import issues

Note

The functions shown are based on real implementations and represent typical customer scenarios. Every integration is tailored to the specific processes, data structures and technical environment of each organisation.