Import multiple Excel files(xlsx)

[sas_learnsups]

I am trying to import .xlsx file with 1700 columns using data step, but it is taking in only 255 variables.I tried using Proc import but it isn't taking it either.Any ideas how do i get all the 1700 columns into SAS

[Reeza · Accepted solution]

PROC IMPORT with DBMS=XLSX will import 2000+ columns, did it earlier today. 

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@sas_learnsups wrote:

I am trying to import .xlsx file with 1700 columns using data step, but it is taking in only 255 variables.I tried using Proc import but it isn't taking it either.Any ideas how do i get all the 1700 columns into SAS

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[sas_learnsups]

Many Thanks Reeza, I did use the proc import and it worked.

[AndrewHowell]

What's your version of SAS (PROC SETINIT) and same for MS-Office?

[sas_learnsups]

Sorry friend. got busy doing other set of codes and will check for myself in some time. Many Thanks.