If you have multiple accountants in your business that need access to the same financial data, you can use multi-user feature in QuickBooks. It refers to hosting the file on a server, which can then be accessed by all authorized users through the network. However, there can sometimes be issues either with the file itself, with the network, or with your server. One such issue can manifest itself in the form of QuickBooks error 6000, 80.
QuickBooks error code 6000, 80, is a sign that there are some issues in your system (company file, software, and computer combined) that gets in the way of you opening the file, issues such as:
- A workstation on the network is accidentally hosting the file, causing conflicts with the main server
- Company file path is incorrect or contains invalid characters
- Company file is damaged
- The permissions for the company folder is not set correctly
But there’s no need to worry about it anymore, as this article below will show you can very easily fix it and get back to accessing the file with ease.
5 Ways to Fix QuickBooks Company File Error 6000 80
You can apply the tips and fixes as suggested below to get rid of the error. You don’t necessarily have to go through each of them, as some of them might not apply in your situation. And hopefully, you will find one that works for you.
- Firstly, go to each workstation on your network and make sure hosting is disabled on all of them. This means, all the computers should be on single-user mode instead of multi-user
- Use File Doctor tool to restore the data from damaged company file. It’s a free data repair utility available inside QuickBooks Tool Hub, which you can get from official website.
- In case of QB file backup error 6000, 80, ensure that the backup file you are using is saved on your local drive, instead of on a cloud-based location or on a flash USB drive. Also check the name of the backup .QBB file and remove any invalid characters if any.
- Open the company file on the workstation and ensure the permissions to access the folder include the user or workstation where you are seeing the error.
- If none of the tips worked, the last option you have is to uninstall QuickBooks completely from your computer. Then open Windows in Safe Boot and perform a clean install using the latest version.
Issues in multi-user environment can cause a lot of headache and can be a major driving force for loss of productivity. But hopefully the advice above has provided you with the enough info to get the issue sorted. If you are still experiencing QuickBooks desktop error 6000 80, you can call our technical support on this number: +1-888-738-0540. We will be happy to assist you in troubleshooting and resolving the error efficiently.