Thanks for reaching out to the Community, e3. I appreciate your detailed information.
After a company file has been upgraded to a newer version, it won't be able to be downgraded to an older version of QuickBooks. As a workaround, you can create a new company file.
Here's how:
- Open QuickBooks.
- In the No Company Open window, click Create a new company.
- Choose Express Start or Start Setup if you want to get started right away. You only need to enter your business name, industry, and business type, then hit Create Company File. Pick Detailed Start if you want to do a complete set up so all of your information is entered from the start.
- Follow your on-screen steps to finish the setup. If you have an existing company file in QuickBooks, give your new one a unique name. This prevents QuickBooks from accidentally overwriting data.
- Select Start Working.
Now you'll be able to begin using the new company file in your older version of QuickBooks. If necessary, you can review our Import & export data article for detailed steps on exporting/importing data from company files.
Another option you have is checking our QuickBooks Desktop Marketplace for apps which may be able to help you achieve what you're looking to accomplish.
Moving forward, I'd recommend always creating a backup of company files before upgrading them to a newer version. This way, you can still access the file in your older version of QuickBooks.
Please don't hesitate to send a reply if there's any additional questions. Have a wonderful Thursday!
