Is there an error while opening the QuickBooks desktop? We realize that QuickBooks is indeed a great tool that manages all your accounting needs, but sometimes it can have little tantrums, such as QuickBooks not opening, QuickBooks crashing when opening, and QuickBooks not responding. QuickBooks may sometimes freeze without any error, and we realize it’s pretty annoying when QB closes without error.
Before we talk about how to deal with it, let’s consider what causes are responsible for such errors.
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Possible Reasons behind QuickBooks crashing when opening
First, let’s discuss all the possible reasons that trigger this issue.
- You may have damaged, corrupted, or missing QBWUSER.INI file.
- You could have corruption on your hard drive.
- Your program file might be damaged.
- Sometimes, these errors can appear because of a damaged Windows operating system.
- There could be any damaged company file.
- Third-party applications might be interrupting with QuickBooks.
Effective methods to address QuickBooks crashing when opening issue:
We are providing a list of suitable solutions that will help you to address this issue. Go through it one by one and fix QuickBooks crashing when opening problem like a pro.
Solution1: Run Quick Fix my Program with the help of QuickBooks Tool Hub
Step 1: First, install QuickBooks Tool Hub.
- Close QuickBooks for now.
- Go ahead and download the latest QuickBooks Tool Hub version and save it where you can find it easily, like your Downloads folder or desktop.
- Open the downloaded file (QuickBooksToolHub.exe).
- Now follow the instructions displayed on your screen to install and agree to the terms and conditions.
- After it’s installed, double-click the icon on your desktop to open the tool hub, and if you can’t find it, then search QuickBooks Tool Hub manually.
Step 2: Run the Quick Fix My Program
- Go to the QuickBooks Tool Hub.
- Choose Program Problems.
- Then select Quick Fix my Program.
Now, you can start QuickBooks Desktop and open your data file; if you encounter the error again, you can go for the next solution.
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Solution 2: Analyse whether the problem is with your QuickBooks or your file.
Step 1: Open your file after closing all the windows
- First, open QuickBooks on your computer.
- Then move to the “No Company Open” and select your company file.
- Now press and hold down the ALT key, click on Open, and continue holding the ALT key until your file opens.
- If it asks for a sign-in, don’t hold ALT. Type your password, then hold ALT again and select OK.
If there is still a problem, move to the step 2.
Step 2: Suppress the QuickBooks software
- Press and hold down the Ctrl key on your keyboard and then double-click the QuickBooks icon.
- Remember, don’t release Ctrl until you see a window that says “No Company Open”.
- Now select a company file and click on Open.
By implementing all these solutions, you will be able to tackle this QuickBooks crashing when opening problem, but even after putting in all your effort, if you are unable to troubleshoot this issue, then do not hesitate to seek professional help, dial 855-955-1942, and let the QB experts take care of your concern.
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