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I can not even open my company file with the new QB Desktop Pro 2022.. everything was fine for the past month.
Only related common denominator I can think of is that I uninstalled my old 2019 QB Pro and this problem started?
Quickbooks encountered a problem when opening the company file.
Error Codes (-6209,0).
HELP!
Solved! Go to Solution.
Welcome to the Community space, kf6dqu.
I'm here to help you fix the error you're getting when opening your company file in QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2022.
There are several reasons for the error 6209 when opening your company file. You may get this error when installing a new QuickBooks application or updating your Windows operating system. Let's go through a few troubleshooting procedures to see if the issue is with your company file or with the QuickBooks program.
Before we start, please ensure the company file is saved on your computer. Also, make sure that the QuickBooks program is updated to the latest release to have the recent features and fixes. Then, you can download and install QuickBooks Tools Hub.
Here's how:
If the issue persists, let's repair the QuickBooks Desktop application. I'll show you how.
For your reference, you can read this article for additional steps to take: Resolve Error -6000, when opening a company file.
I've also added this resource for your reference in restoring backup copy: Restore your file.
Please don't hesitate to add any details below if you need further help restoring your company file. I'll get back as soon as possible with more information.
Can you open a new company file or a sample one?
Welcome to the Community space, kf6dqu.
I'm here to help you fix the error you're getting when opening your company file in QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2022.
There are several reasons for the error 6209 when opening your company file. You may get this error when installing a new QuickBooks application or updating your Windows operating system. Let's go through a few troubleshooting procedures to see if the issue is with your company file or with the QuickBooks program.
Before we start, please ensure the company file is saved on your computer. Also, make sure that the QuickBooks program is updated to the latest release to have the recent features and fixes. Then, you can download and install QuickBooks Tools Hub.
Here's how:
If the issue persists, let's repair the QuickBooks Desktop application. I'll show you how.
For your reference, you can read this article for additional steps to take: Resolve Error -6000, when opening a company file.
I've also added this resource for your reference in restoring backup copy: Restore your file.
Please don't hesitate to add any details below if you need further help restoring your company file. I'll get back as soon as possible with more information.
@Giovann_G wrote:Welcome to the Community space, kf6dqu.
I'm here to help you fix the error you're getting when opening your company file in QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2022.
There are several reasons for the error 6209 when opening your company file. You may get this error when installing a new QuickBooks application or updating your Windows operating system. Let's go through a few troubleshooting procedures to see if the issue is with your company file or with the QuickBooks program.
Before we start, please ensure the company file is saved on your computer. Also, make sure that the QuickBooks program is updated to the latest release to have the recent feature and fixes. Then, you can download and install QuickBooks Tools Hub.
Here's how:
- In the QuickBooks Tools Hub, select Company File Issues.
- Click Run QuickBooks File Doctor.
- When QuickBooks File Doctor opens, choose your company file from the drop-down. Select Browse to search your computer for the file if you don't see it.
- Tap on Check your file, then Continue.
- Enter your QuickBooks admin password, then select Continue.
- Select your company from the list when the repair is finished, then hit Open QuickBooks.
If the issue persists, let's repair the QuickBooks Desktop application. I'll show you how.
- Restart your computer.
- Open the Windows Start menu, then click Control Panel.
- Select Programs and Features, then Uninstall a Program.
- Choose QuickBooks from the list of programs, then click Uninstall/Change.
- Select Continue, or Next.
- Click Repair, then Next.
- Once it's done, hit Finish.
For your reference, you can read this article for additional steps to take: Resolve Error -6000, when opening a company file.
I've also added this resource for your reference in restoring backup copy: Restore your file.
Please don't hesitate to add any details below if you need further help restoring your company file. I'll get back as soon as possible with more information.
I DID REPAIR IN ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS AND THAT FIXED IT!
THANKS FOR YOUR HELP.
We couldn't do it without your cooperation, @kf6dqu.
Thank you for patiently waiting, and I'm glad the troubleshooting steps provided by my colleague @Giovann_G worked in your case.
If there's anything else that you'd like us to help you with, don't hesitate to leave a comment down below. We're always here to assist you. Keep safe and have a nice day!
Did that, no change.
I just needed to go to add/remove programs and do a "REPAIR" of the QB 2022.
Repairs were made.
It now works !
I just needed to go to add/remove programs and do a "REPAIR" of the QB 2022.
Repairs were made.
It now works !
I did it a few days before I saw your message. Somehow the program was corrupted.
I just needed to go to add/remove programs and do a "REPAIR" of the QB 2022.
Repairs were made.
It now works !
Thanks for sharing your solution, kf6dqu.
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