Undoubtedly, over the past few years QuickBooks has becomeone of the most popular accounting software. With its functions ranging from accounting to finance management, QuickBooks comes with powerful features. But, as in every other software, technical glitches sometimes occur in QuickBooks too. Of all technical error, one such error is QuickBookserror 6177, 0.
FacingQuickBooks error 6177, 0? Worriedabout how to resolve it? Don’t worry! This tech article will provide you detailed information about QuickBooks error 6177, 0 and ways to resolve it.
Before moving onto the solutions, let’s first know all aboutwhat causes QuickBooks error 6177, 0.
What causes QuickBooks Error 6177,0?
When QuickBooks error 6177, 0 occurs, a message pops up onthe screen: “QuickBooks is attempting toopen this company file.” This is indicative of the fact that QuickBooksaccounting software is unable to use the path to the company file. This
particular error belongs to the 6000 error series.
This error generally occurs when a user uses QuickBooksis the multi-user mode. Another few reasons behind this may be problemsrelated to firewall, network troubles, usage of old versions of the software,
corrupted files, installation failure, systems files related to QuickBooks
being mistakenly deleted and lot more.
How to Fix QuickBooks Error 6177, 0?
There are several solutions to resolve the error 6177, 0.The most effective of the solutions are provided below:
Step 1: Update QuickBooks to the latest version
Make sure QuickBooks Desktop is up to date. Usage of olderversions of the software results in the occurrence of the error 6177, 0
Step 2: Update your file location
If the company file is saved on a server, an external harddrive, or in the cloud, updating the location of the file is necessary.
Steps to move your company file:
1) Open theStart menu on either on the server computer or workstation.
2) Open FileExplorer.
3) Open the QuickBooksfolder.
4) Search for the company file which ends with qbw.
5) Write down the drive name and location. The filewill be put back here later on.
6) Move the company file from this folder to C: Drive.
Steps to create a portable company file and restore it to the server:
1) Open QuickBooksDesktop on the computer to which you moved your companyfile.
2) Select Openor restore an existing company.
3) Browse and open the company file in C: Drive.
4) Create a portable company file.
5) Select File> Quit QuickBooks. Thenreopen QuickBooks.
6) Go to File> Openor Restore Company.
7) SelectRestore a portable file > Next.
8) Find and select the portable company filecreated and then select Open > Next.
9) For the restore location, select the restorelocation from which you moved the company file from.
10) SelectSave.
11) Select File> Quit QuickBooks.
Step 3: Download File Doctor and Run on your server
Using File Doctorwill scan and clean up the company file. It also refreshes the location.
If using File Doctor fixes your issue, then make sure thatyou back up your company file.
Step 4: Fix the file path manually
Find the ND file
1) Open FileExplorer > QuickBooks folder.
2) Search for the file with your company name and ND at the end.
3) Right- click the ND file. Select Delete.
Configuration of QuickBooks Database Server Manager
1) Download and Install the QuickBooksDatabase Server Manager.
2) Open the Windows Start menu on the servercomputer. Type “Database” and open QuickBooks Database Server Manager.
3) Select the QuickBooks folder with your companyfiles.
4) Select StartScan.
5) After the scan is over, select Close.
6) Set your folder permissions in order to shareyour company files.
Conclusion
The above solutions can troubleshootthe QuickBooks error 6177, 0 within a few minutes. The steps suggested hereare suggested by our team of experts and are quite easily executable. If you face any further problem, feel free to contact us. Connect with the QuickBooksSupport Team and give a missed call on 1-800-761-1787.Our team works 24*7 to provide expert QuickBooks services.
