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title: "Purge Pack File"
canonical: "https://kb.myframeworks.com.au/space/PROSTIXV48DOC/31102672/Purge%20Pack%20File"
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Refer to   Packs Used and Sold Purge  ( sys740.p   )   in  Automate File Purges  for the automated ETM Material Conversion purge process. The  Purge Pack File  option purges data in the pack file for those packs that have been used or sold, up to and including the date specified.   To  purge data in the pack file for those packs that have been used or sold, up to and including the date specified , perform the following: 1. From the  ProStix   Main Menu  select  'System Administration'  then  'File Purges ' then ' Purge Pack File '. 2. The first screen displays a warning and allows you to type in the date prior to which all pack files will be purged.  Refer to the 'Purge Pack File' collapsible link for a screenshot and an explanation of the option: 3. Select the <Space-Bar> to continue the purge or select <F4> (Exit) to re-type the purge date. 4. Select the <Space-Bar> to continue or select <F4> (Exit) to re type the purge date.