QuickBooks Error 6177! Try these four Steps to Fix

QuickBooks error -6177 is an annoying error in the program that takes place when you try to open your company file. When it comes to powerful accounting features and functions, QuickBooks is highly preferred among small to mid-sized businesses. However, you may experience some infuriating technical issues and glitches while harvesting the program and QuickBooks error 6177 0 is one in the list. Error code 6177 prevents users from opening their company file.

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What is Intuit Error Code 6177, 0? 

You will see a message on the screen “QuickBooks is trying to open this company file” when the Intuit error code 6177, 0 takes place.” This QuickBooks error 6177 0 means QuickBooks is unable to use the path in order to the company file typically in a multi-user environment. This blog addresses the common reasons behind the error and troubleshooting solutions in details.

Possible Reasons behind QuickBooks Error 6177

The main reason behind QuickBooks 6177 is that QuickBooks finds it difficult to use the path to open the company file. Also, the below-listed reasons may cause the error to take place-

• Corruption in the QuickBooks company file or the file path
• It can be a malware or virus infection giving rise to QB error 6177
• When you delete the QuickBooks related system files accidentally

When QuickBooks 2017 error -6123, 0 takes place, users can not access a company file on their workstation, and the same error message keeps on appearing on your screen repeatedly.

How can I Stop QuickBooks Error Message 6177 from Appearing on My Screen?

You can fix QuickBooks error 6177 by following the below-described troubleshooting solutions with the utmost attention.

Solution 1- Move and Open File From a Different Location

You need to move the company file from the old location to your local hard drive and then move it back to the original location.

• Use File Explorer on your PC or server to find the folder having QuickBooks company file.
• Note the name and location of the drive.
• Now Copy the company file and Paste it on your local C: drive.
• Create a company file while is portable.
• Move the file you have created to the original drive.
• Check whether the solution is helpful in fixing the QuickBooks error 6177 0 or not.

NOTE: Make sure to backup your company file to an external storage device to avoid data loss while troubleshooting the error. For detailed instructions follow article Backup Files on Windows and Mac.

Solution 2- Update Your QuickBooks Desktop

Try updating QuickBooks to the latest release and then re-check the error code -6177, 0. The required steps are listed below:

• Login QuickBooks as Administrator and tap on Update QuickBooks located under the Help menu.

  

• Now, under the Options tab, tap on Mark all option.

  

• Select Save for the above-provided steps and then open the Update Now tab.

  

• Ensure that Reset Update box is marked and then click on Get Updates.
• After the completion of the update, close QuickBooks and then reopen the program.
• Now restart the system to get the installation done.

Solution 3. Using QuickBooks File Doctor Tool from QuickBooks Tool Hub

You can download the QuickBooks file doctor and utilize it to resolve the QuickBooks error code 6177. The tool scans your company file, clean it up, and refresh the location. Moreover, it also repair the damaged company file. It can also resolve some of the network issues. To utilize the QuickBooks File Doctor tool, you need to download and install QuickBooks Tool Hub on your system getting the error:

• Exit QuickBooks and download the most recent version of QuickBooks Tool Hub.
• Then, open the downloaded QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.
• Install the application by following the on-screen instructions.
• Now, proceed further by agreeing to the terms and conditions.
• After the software installation finishes, open the Tool Hub by double-clicking the icon.

Run QuickBooks File Doctor

• Within the Tool Hub, click Company File Issues.
  

  

• Choose QuickBooks File Doctor and choose the company file from the drop-down list.
• If you’re unable to find the file, click Browse to search the file.
• Next, choose the Check your file option and click Continue.
• At last, provide the QuickBooks admin password details and click Next.

When the tool finishes scanning an repair process, open the company file. If the error persists, move to the next solution.

Solution 4- Fix the Company File Path Manually

If all of the above-given solutions are not able to resolve the QuickBooks error 6177, then you need to perform manual troubleshooting.

• On the server, find the folder having QuickBooks company data file.
• Now search the corresponding file with .ND extension and delete it.
• Install and open QuickBooks Database Manager on the server.

  

• Now use Database Manager to scan the folder having the company file by clicking Start Scan.
• Click Close when the scan is finished.
• Now define the permissions that support the sharing of company files.
• Again check the status of the error 6177 whether the issue is resolved or not.

Hope the QuickBooks error code 6177 is fixed after performing the described troubleshooting steps. If not, dial our QuickBooks error support phone number (855-526)-5749 to acquire comprehensive assistance from the professionals until the QuickBooks error 6177 0 is fixed.

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