SharePoint Migration - Migrate SharePoint Content to SharePoint Online

Kernel Migration for SharePoint key features

Explore to learn about the significant features and functionalities offered by the SharePoint Migration software that streamlines efficient and secure migration of content with complete integrity.

SharePoint site migration

Migrate SharePoint sites (Team, Communication & other templates) & sub-sites to destinations as new sites or existing sites. SharePoint migration tool performs complete migration of SharePoint from one tenant to another including its documents & structure like Home Page, Site contents, Features and Groups, Permissions, Web Parts, Pages, Workflow, Views, InfoPath, Designer Objects, Look and feel, etc. You can add single or multiple sites (Site collection) using the “Find/Add Multiple Sites” option with the two Connection Type: Basic or Modern Authentication with Office 365 GCC High. Using this tool, one can easily copy-paste or migrate all or selective sites. You can choose to migrate content from different levels such as full site, specific list/library, or item level.

List & Library migration

A SharePoint site comprises lists and libraries along with documents. With Kernel Migration for SharePoint, you can migrate the entire data of SharePoint lists (with default and custom rows and columns such as Title, Attachments, ID, Type, Modified By, Created By, etc.) and libraries to the destination site while keeping the original structure and hierarchy. The item IDs of lists and libraries are preserved in the destination. It also allows migrating SharePoint list and library views (List, Compact List, Tiles, and Custom views) in the same structure as the source. With the data filters, one can migrate specific lists or libraries to the destination site within the same or different tenants.

Migration of site contents and metadata

Migrate SharePoint site content & metadata, including Documents, Form Templates, Site Assets, Style Library, Site Pages, and user-define lists & Libraries. It ensures to retain data integrity & structure during metadata migration, such as Single/Multiple lines of text, Numbers, Choice, Date & Time, Person, or Group, etc., seamlessly. Post successful migration, users can easily find & filter content in SharePoint. Read more...

Migrate SharePoint permissions

Easily migrate the entire sites & sub-sites in SharePoint with their respective permissions. Using advanced algorithms, it can maintain the site hierarchy & permission levels such as Read, Write, & Full Control of components like Site, List & Library and Site contents during SharePoint migration. The tool allows user mapping to transfer permissions from source to destination for successful migration.

Version history migration

Successful migration of recently updated versions of documents in lists & library. The special feature in the tool allows users to migrate versions, including all versions, or the most recent versions. It supports both major and minor versions. This SharePoint migration will keep version history intact in the destination such as last Modified, Modified By, Size, Comments, etc.

Support Office 365 GCC High, GCC, DOD, and Microsoft 365 business plans

Compatible in migrating SharePoint data between government domains & different Microsoft environment business plans, including Office 365 GCC, DOD, Government Community Cloud (GCC), etc. SharePoint migration tool is highly encrypted to access & migrate the data without affecting the security features of your plan & keep the classified information completely protected. The tool easily accommodates your plans' unique commitments and functionalities.

Bulk migration using CSV file

Efficiently migrate bulk data from the file system, public folder, or SharePoint site/list/library with Kernel Migration for SharePoint tool using CSV file. Simply upload a well-structured CSV file with all the required SharePoint components to migrate. It simplifies the process by accessing content in a CSV file and running multiple instances concurrently saving lots of time & effort.

Automate migration with a scheduler

Automate content migration jobs through a smart scheduling feature that allows users to set up a convenient timeline to auto-start data migration & backup. The tool also supports scheduler bulk migrations using a CSV file and automates tasks with specific conditions like permissions, filters, user remapping, etc. Ensure seamless, user-independent migration for a hassle-free SharePoint transfer.

Preview migration’s logs & summary

Preview the SharePoint migration process using tool's inbuilt logs & summary feature. It allows the user to view all the post-migration items summary & verify if the selected components of SharePoint site/file/public folder have migrated successfully or not. Track the history of all previous migrations till date with their details in the logs section of the tool.

Frequently asked questions

How to use the SharePoint Migration tool?

Efficiently migrate documents, sites, sub-sites, site pages, version history, lists, and libraries between single or different SharePoint tenants. Follow these steps to utilize SharePoint migrator tool:

Step 1: Install and launch the tool.
Step 2: Choose the SharePoint (On-premises/Online) option from the left pane.
Step 3: Right-click and select "Add new SharePoint Site."
Step 4: Add a single site or multiple sites or select specific sites from the list.
Step 5: Select the preferred login type: Basic or Modern Auth.
Step 6: After login, the added site(s) will appear in the source. All sites, sub-sites, documents, lists, and libraries will be listed in the software's left pane, ready for migration or backup.
Step 7: Choose the site, specific list & library, or documents to migrate to the destination SharePoint, whether it's a new or existing site/sub-site.
Step 8: For migration to an existing site/sub-site, add the destination site using the same process as adding the source SharePoint site(s).
Step 9: Migrate data from the source SharePoint to the destination using the "Copy" or "Copy to" option.
Step 10: Leverage advanced filters within the software for easy and selective data migrations.

Does the Kernel Migration for SharePoint tool migrate permissions and versions?

Yes. You can migrate user permissions and document versions using the Kernel Migration for SharePoint tool. If you need, you can migrate all the versions or the latest 'n' versions as per your choice. Also, there is an option to migrate specific versions (both major and minor).

I need to migrate document libraries with permissions. Can I migrate them using this SharePoint Migration tool?

Yes. Using this software, you can migrate document libraries along with permissions.

If I use your tool to migrate the content of Office 365, then will I be able to migrate the Teams content too?

SharePoint Online Migration tool provides complete support to the migration of Office 365 Groups data, including that of Teams.

Does the software migrate MS Team data in the trial version?

The trial version of the SharePoint Migration tool migrates a single MS Team data to another Team. But it excludes the Chat folder from the migration.

Can I enumerate Site collections and include specific sites from the SharePoint server for migration?

Yes, you can. Utilize the 'Find Site Collection' option by providing the Site collection URL to enumerate Site Collections. After logging in with admin credentials, select the desired web app to list all site collections. Choose the specific sites from the selected site and add them to the destination pane of the SharePoint server for seamless migration.

Do I have to add the local file system as Source manually?

No, SharePoint migrator software automatically includes the local file systems as the default source, eliminating the need for manual addition.

Does the Kernel SharePoint Migration tool automatically rename directories and files having special characters?

Yes, our software handles special characters perfectly. If the source file server directory/files having a special character, our software replaces it with _ by default. You can change the character to another character using the global settings of the software.

Can the tool facilitate the transfer of Office 365 public folders to SharePoint Server?

Yes, you can migrate Office 365 public folders using the tool when your Office 365 account is configured in the Outlook application.

Can I view the document list on my File System before migrating them to the SharePoint Server?

Yes, you can. Your system drives will get added to the software automatically. You can select any documents, images, etc., from the drive folder and double-click on it to view.

What are the limitations of the Trial version?

The SharePoint Migration tool free trial version has the following limitations:

Migrate only 5 items per folder.
Do not migrate subsites.
Migrate only 5 lists or libraries.

For unlimited data, lists, and subsites migration, purchase its full version from the website https://www.nucleustechnologies.com/sharepoint-migration/buy-online.html

How can I filter data from a lot of documents from my SharePoint site?

Once you have added your SharePoint site, you can select the list, sites, and subsites folder and use the filter option on the top pane. It filters the data based on:

Date filter (file access, file creation, and file modification)
File filter (file name, file extension, and file size)

How can I generate a CSV file for bulk data migration through this tool?

To create a CSV file for bulk data migration with the SharePoint Migrator tool, follow these steps: Follow these steps to generate the CSV file for File System.

Select File System from the CSV Generation option on the welcome page.
Add local or remote files/folders using the "Add" option.
Choose the data to be included, with an option to view group or user permissions.
Save the CSV file to a selected destination on the system.
Your CSV file is now ready for seamless bulk migration.

How can I connect with multiple sites simultaneously using the tool?

To connect multiple sites simultaneously, follow the below steps:

Open the tool and right-click on SharePoint (On-Premises/Online). Choose Add New SharePoint Site.
Click the Find/Add Multiple Sites button.
Input the complete Central Admin URL, username, and password, then click Next.
Select sites for migration from the list, ensuring their accessibility and using the search feature. Click Finish after selection.
Enter a project name and click OK.
In the popup asking to connect the site as a destination, select No.
All sites will be connected, maintaining their respective tree structures.

While connecting with the SharePoint site, I faced error 401, and the connection was declined. How can I overcome such an error?

The error may occur when the Administrator account does not have role assignments to access the user sites. In the SharePoint Online management shell, you can run some cmdlets to assign such roles.

Download the SharePoint Online Management Shell tool from the following URL- https://www.microsoft.com/en-in/download/details.aspx?id=35588
Basic Authentication - when you are trying to connect through the Basic Authentication option (through user ID and password), then run the new cmdlet-

Connect-SPOService -Url https://contoso-admin.sharepoint.com -credential admin@contoso.com

Modern Authentication - when you are connecting with Modern Authentication, then execute a new cmdlet;

Connect-SPOService -Url https://contoso-admin.sharepoint.com

A new wizard will pop up, asking you to enter the credentials of the Office 365 Administrator account. Input them.
Run the second cmdlet:
Set-SPOTenant -DisableCustomAppAuthentication $false

After executing the command, wait for at least 5 minutes to save the changes. After that, you can connect with your SharePoint account, and there will be no error 401.

How can I add Office 365 SharePoint site as the destination?

To add an Office 365 SharePoint site as the destination, follow the below steps:

Right-click the root SharePoint Server and choose Add New SharePoint Site.
Enter the project name and site address.
Click 'Find Site Collection' to enumerate all site collections.
Provide the Office 365 SharePoint site's URL and admin login credentials.
When not using the 'Find Site Collection' option, add the project name and Office 365 site URL manually in the Site Address text box.

How can I fix the error "(404) Unauthorized" while adding the SharePoint server?

If you encounter this error message, it indicates that the provided login credentials are incorrect. Ensure to input the correct username and password to resolve this issue.

How can I resolve the error message "Cannot contact the site at the specified URL https://sharepointxyz/xyz due to the current state of the objects"?

This error typically arises when there's a disruption in the connection between the SharePoint server and its linked SQL Server. To resolve the issue, ensure a stable connection between the SharePoint server and SQL Server. Additionally, verify that the SQL Server is operational, along with its services.

During SharePoint migration, I am getting an error “Source Workflow template is not present at the destination.” What to do?

This issue occurs because you don't have the same template in the destination as in the source. So, you need to contact the site administrator to publish or activate it. For more details, see: https://www.nucleustechnologies.com/sharepoint-migration/documentation/work-flow-template-not-present-in-destination.pdf

I have only selected documents from the site and moved ahead. But now I want to add some other parts also. How can I do it?

Once you've chosen contents from the site for migration, utilize the "Edit Source Selection" option in the subsequent wizard to include additional data for migration.

Should I overwrite the list or migrate it as new if I want to migrate the list separately?

When migrating as new, the list will have a postfix for easy identification. On the other hand, if you choose to overwrite, it will first delete the earlier list or library with the same name and then create a new one.

What information is needed when migrating the site as new?

When opting to migrate the site as new, the SharePoint Migrator tool will require the Destination Central Administrator URL, the username, and the password of the Central Administrator.

What customers say about Kernel Migration for SharePoint

Excellent option for the migration

Before migration, I also benefit from per-migration analysis. To ensure that the process is result-oriented and obstacles are avoided. The filter option it has is also very good.

Tobias Fate