Hello there, @biged1924.

The error code 80029c4a generally occurs when a company file has been corrupt or unable to locate when users try to open the software. To resolve this issue, I recommend updating QuickBooks to the latest release.

However, if the error persists, I recommend checking your antivirus software. If still, that doesn’t work, you can continue following Step 2 of this article: Fix Error 80029c4a.

If you have additional concerns with anything else, please let me know. Have a great day ahead. 

@biged1924 

Which Windows OS do you run? Win 8 or 10?

Hey I need help code c=272 pops up when I try to access quick book plz help 

I'll be glad to help you fix error code C-272 in QuickBooks Desktop, Paola02.

I've listed below the causes of QuickBooks error message C-272:

• The error can be seen due to data damage.
• Running a memorized report that was created in an earlier version of QuickBooks and didn't convert properly.
• can occur when 1099 and W2 forms are printed.

To resolve the error, you can open the QuickBooks sample company file. Here's how:

1. Press and hold the "Ctrl" key.
2. Whenever the “No Company Open” window appears, release the “Ctrl” key.
3. If the error code occurs before the “No Company Open” window appears, then proceed to the next step.
4. Click Open a sample file and select a Sample file from the list.
5. Click on the Open sample file option and then click Sample file from the list.

If the error arises when opening the sample company file, proceed to the next step to disable Windows compatibility mode. Here's how:

1. Right-click the QuickBooks shortcut icon.
2. Select Properties.
3. Click on the Compatibility tab.
4. Unmark the checkbox that says Run program in compatibility mode and click OK. Then Cancel. If that checkbox is not selected, Disable the Windows compatibility mode setting for the QBW32.EXE.file.

Here are the steps:

1. Right-click the QuickBooks icon and click on Properties.
2. Click the shortcut tab and click Find Target.
3. Right-click QBW32.EXE and click Properties.
4. Click the Compatibility tab.
5. Clear the checkbox the Run this program in compatibility mode for and click OK.
6. Click Cancel if that checkbox is not selected.
7. Close the Windows and the QuickBooks Desktop shortcut properties window.

Now you have to Open QuickBooks and your company file.

Get back to the Community if you have follow-up questions regarding the process.

My F1 key and Help key do not work! never have even after they were implementd

Hello there, @Yard Stor.

Let's make sure your QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) software is updated so you can get your F1 key and Help menu work and have the latest features and product improvements.

An outdated QBDT software will prevent you from utilizing some of its features. A good example of this is you're unable to use keyboard shortcuts, like the F1 key or selecting the Help menu to access the QuickBooks Desktop Help page. With this, you'll have to update QBDT to its latest release. You can do this either manually or by setting up auto-updates. If you wish to do a manual update, follow these steps:

1. Go to Help and select Update QuickBooks Desktop.
2. Select Update Now, then select Get Updates.
3. When the update finishes, close and reopen QuickBooks.
4. When asked to install the update, select Yes.
5. When the install procedure finishes, restart your computer.

If you want to set up auto-updates, you can refer to this article for the complete guide: Update QuickBooks Desktop to the latest release.

Once everything is all set, you also want to check out one of our Help pages as your reference to guide you in managing your business's growth and transactions using QBDT: QuickBooks Learn and Support. It includes help articles, Community discussions with other users, and video tutorials, to name a few.

Let me know if you have other concerns about shortcut keys or questions about updating QBDT. I'm always ready to help. Take care, and have a great day, @Yard Stor.

I am locked out of Quickbooks online.  I have tried everything suggested.  It just sends me around in circles. I can't take it anymore. A person needs to help me.     I lost use of the original login  email address and  the program will not allow me access through my other email even though I had set it up as a recovery email.  .  I have an Turbo Tax account  but it won't let me use that log in to access the Quickbooks Online. 

Hi there, @valerie13.

Know that I'm here helping you today to fix your issue about being locked out on QuickBooks Online.

If your QuickBooks Online account is locked out, you'll get the following message: Too many invalid attempts, the account is locked out for 15 minutes. 

You can attempt to sign in again with a phone number, email, or user name after 15 minutes.

To further understand what to do if you can't sign in to your QuickBooks Online, you can read through this article: Get help if you can't sign in to your QuickBooks Online account.

If you need additional assistance with being locked out of your QuickBooks Online account, feel free to post again in the Community or reply to this post. I'll be happy to lend a hand. Have a good one!

I am getting Error 80029C4A when I try to open QB

I cannot sign in to QB because of this error.  

I was updating to the latest release when I go this error.

You are not helping me I need help getting into QB so I can update.

One of my accounts takes 60-75 seconds to open. I tried  QB tools repair  and it did not seem to need fixing or didn't work.  My QB program  is an upgrade from an older version to  2020) . All my other accounts open fine. What to do?  

Let's go over some troubleshooting steps so you can open your QuickBooks seamlessly, Marylou520.

Before we begin, allow me to provide some of the causes of the error. 

• The QuickBooks desktop file/files are corrupted, missing, or damaged.
• There is corruption in the Windows registry.
• QuickBooks component doesn’t start properly or the DLL files are missing or corrupted.

Some antivirus programs accidentally block the desktop program from loading essential files. To move past the error, let's check the area of your QuickBooks that lists blocked files or sometimes called your “quarantine”.  

If you see any of the following listed below in your quarantine, make sure to give them permission to go through your firewall. Usually, these files are located in C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks (year). Files with (x86) in the location, such as C:\Program Files (x86)\Intuit\QuickBooks 20XX, are 64-bit versions.

If you continue to get the same result, you'll have to uninstall and reinstall the program files causing 80029c4a. I suggest you create a backup copy of the company file to prevent accidental loss. 

Once done, let's go ahead and uninstall your QuickBooks. Here's how:

1. Open the Windows Start menu.
2. Search for “Control Panel” and open Control Panel.
3. Select Programs and Features or Uninstall a Program.
4. From the list of programs, choose the version of QuickBooks Desktop you wish to remove.
5. Select Uninstall/Change, Remove, and then Next.

If you don’t see this option, sign out and sign back into Windows as an admin (or a user with admin rights). After performing these steps, you can reinstall your QuickBooks. Head to Step 2 in this article for detailed instructions: Reinstall QuickBooks Desktop.

@JustJC2020 I want to ensure I can provide the best resolution to your concern. However, I need to ask for more details about the issue. May I know if you come across any error codes or messages? This is to check if we have any reported issues.

While I wait for your response, you can browse this reference for tips on how to optimize the performance of the desktop program: Manage your data files to fix QuickBooks Desktop performance issues. It includes instructions on how to disable auto pop-ups, reduce the file size of your company file, and enhance workflows, to mention a few. 

The following resources cover topics on how to troubleshoot when QBDT is frozen or stopped working:

• Fix issues when QuickBooks has stopped working
• Unrecoverable Error: General Troubleshooting Steps

Keep me posted if you have other QuickBooks concerns or questions about the error mentioned above. I'll get back to help you the best that I can. 

@Marylou520 

Which QBD year version do you have? Try opening the sample file. Did you encounter the same error code?

@JustJC2020 

How big is your file size?

help

Welcome to the Community, @Bidashoes.

I'm here to help you reach our contact support team.

Before doing so, I'll be glad to assist you with your concern about QuickBooks. Are you getting an error in accessing QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Online? Please know that you can post it here in the Community. We're always here to help you.

I'll walk you through talking with a customer support person using QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online.

Here's how to contact support using QuickBooks Desktop:

1. Open your QuickBooks Desktop.
2. Go to Help.
3. Choose QuickBooks Desktop Help/Contact Us.
4. Click Contact Us.
5. Enter a short description of your issue.
6. Click Continue.
7. Sign in to your Intuit account, choose Continue, and click Continue with my account.

• If you don't have an account, hit Create a new account.

1. . Enter the code you will receive in your email with the code and choose Continue.

• If you have multiple accounts, select the one you want to use and then Continue.

On the other hand, here's how to contact QuickBooks Online support:

1. Sign in to QuickBooks Online.
2. Go to Help (?).
3. Choose a tab to begin:

• Assistant: You can get quick, personalized answers. Choose from the options, or enter your concern. You can also choose Talk to a Human.
• Choose from the options below.
  • Start a chat with a support expert.
  • Get a callback from the next available expert.

Lastly, you can also check our Help Articles hub if you need related articles about managing your account.

Don't hesitate to comment below if you need further assistance in managing your account. I'm always here to help. Have a great day.

@Bidashoes 

Any specific concern?

I have an account problem. I am being charged for an account i haven't had in years.

thanks for asking.

@kidsfoto 

QB Online? Try logging in to your account as the Primary Admin and canceling your account.

It says i have to resubscribe.  I am being charged for it monthly so there is not resubscribing. 

I had access to a regular Quickbooks online. 

I was also on my businesses Quciblooks teaching program which I used (and paid for)  with my own quickbooks program.

I am unable to activate my Date Back Up on my QB Desktop Pro.  I believe some file were inadver

Thanks for getting involved with this thread, JimmyD53.

If you're trying to restore a backup you've already created, you can do so from your Open or Restore Company screen.

Here's how:
 

1. In the top menu bar, go to File, then Open or Restore Company.
2. Choose Restore a backup copy and click Next.
3. Pick Local Backup, then hit Next.
4. Browse your computer for the backup company file.
5. Once you've found it, highlight your file and press Open.
6. Select Save. If you see any messages about possibly overwriting data, use the option that best fits your needs. Don't overwrite anything unless you know you want to.

If you see a message saying "Your data has NOT been restored if you failed to enter the correct admin password" while trying to restore a backup file, use our Automated Password Reset Tool to reset your password. Afterwards, you can try restoring the backup again.

I've also included a few detailed resources about working with backups which may come in handy moving forward:
 

• Back up your company file
• Restore a backup of your company file
• Fix backup company file issues

I'll be here to help if there's any additional questions. Have a great Thursday!