I appreciate your efforts in performing the suggested fixes, Max. Currently, the latest patch available for download from the official download site is the newer release (r19).
Since you have already gone through all the recommended troubleshooting steps and the issue persists, I suggest reaching out to our live support team. They have the right tools and permissions needed to identify the exact cause of the crash that standard troubleshooting can't fix.
Start by going to the Help menu and selecting QuickBooks Desktop Help/Contact Us, which will open the Help window. In the search field, type in your question using relevant keywords and click on Contact Us, where you can choose to get a callback or chat with us. You can check their support hours to ensure you receive timely assistance.
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