The QuickBooks Error 6000 is another of those errors that relate to the company files. When you attempt to launch the QuickBooks desktop software, Error 6000 will appear, telling you that the company file cannot be opened. This article shall brief readers with all the causes and troubleshooting methods to fix QuickBooks error 6000.
Causes of QuickBooks Error Code 6000
The Error code 6000 may be a result of various causes. Few of the principal contributory causes behind the error are given below:
A firewall is blocking access to the multiple computers
TLG file is corrupted
QuickBooks installation is corrupted.
Improper network setup
It could be a possibility for a corrupted company file
Easy methods to solve the QuickBooks Error 6000
Here are some possible causes and solutions for QuickBooks Error 6000:
Method 1: Rename the .ND and.TLG files
Launch the File Explorer by hitting on the 'win + E' keys together.
On the left-hand side, chit on 'This PC.'
In the 'search' option located at the top right corner, type '*.qbw.'
Right-click on your company file once you've located it in the list, then hit on 'Open File Location.'
Locate your QuickBooks. ND and.TLG files in the company file location. Their format is given as follows:
*Company_file.qbw.ND
*Company_file.qbw.TLG
Right-click these files and hit on the 'Rename'
Now, include '.OLD' towards the end of the filenames of the .ND and the.TLG files.
Reopen the QuickBooks software now to see if the issue got fixed. If not, please continue with the further troubleshooting procedures listed below.
Method 2: Restore a backup
Launch the QuickBooks software. Follow it up by choosing the 'File' menu, followed by hitting the 'Utilities'
Hit on 'Stop hosting Multi-user Access.'
Pay heed to the directions displayed on the screen.
Also, make sure that the location of your company file is no longer than 210 characters. Try to make your file location shorter if it contains more characters than the standard limit.
Check if the QuickBooks error code 6000 got sorted. If not, please implement the method listed below.
Method 3: Create a sample Company file
Once the 'No Company window' shows up, hit on the 'Open a sample file'
Choose any file from the list.
If the sample file opens up without any issue, then follow Method 4. On the contrary, if it fails to open, you are required to fix/repair the QuickBooks software to rectify the installation files.
Method 4: Make a copy of the File on the desktop
Open the file explorer by pressing the 'Win + E' keys simultaneously.
Choose 'This PC' on the left, followed by clicking the top-right corner and typing '*.qbw' in the 'Search'
When you locate your company file in the list, right-click it and hit on Copy. Afterward, go to your desktop and right-click at any point, and hit on 'Paste.'
The QuickBooks software will urge you to open a 'No Company window' when you click it while holding down the 'ctrl' key on your computer.
Hit on 'Open a company file.'
Subsequently, hit on 'Next.'
Choose the 'Open or restore an existing company'
Move to Desktop and choose the copied File.
Finally, hit on 'Open.'
Check if the error 6000 got fixed.
Final Words
We are hopeful that by following the walkthrough provided in this article, you could successfully get rid of error code 6000 in the QuickBooks. If it pervades, just connect with our QuickBooks desktop error support experts at the helpline i.e., 1-800-615-2347.
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