It is common to face technical issues while working on software, so is the case with QuickBooks. Users encounter a number of 6000 series errors while working on QuickBooks. One of them is QuickBooks error 6147, which appears when a QuickBooks Desktop user attempts to open the company file. The main reason behind this error is damaged company files and inappropriate firewall settings. To get rid of the issue, users need to check whether QuickBooks Desktop is up-to-date or not. To learn more facts and solutions for QuickBooks company file error 6147, read the blog until the end.
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What are the causes behind QuickBooks error code 6147?
The error mainly occurs due to improper network setup. Some other triggers of the error are listed below, have a look:
- Corrupt download and installation of QuickBooks desktop.
- Damaged QuickBooks network data and transaction log files.
- Corrupt Windows registry can also be the reason behind the error.
- QuickBooks company file name exceeding the word limit.
Go through the next section of the blog for fixation steps.
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Top 3 Solutions to Resolve QuickBooks company file error 6147
Solution 1. Repair damaged Network Data and Transaction log files
- Open the folder where QuickBooks company files are stored.
- Look for the Network Data and Transaction Log files. These are the files with .nd and .tlg extensions.
- Right-click both the files and select the Rename option.
- Change the name of both the files by adding .OLD at the end.
- Open QuickBooks and your data file.
If the above solution doesn’t work, proceed to the next one.
Solution 2. Diagnose company file and network issues by running QuickBooks File Doctor
- Close QuickBooks and get the most recent version of QuickBooks Tool Hub.
- Save the file to Windows Desktop or Downloads folder so you can easily find it.
- Find and open the downloaded QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.
- Follow the prompt steps and agree to the terms and conditions.
- When the install completes, move to your Windows Desktop and double-click the QuickBooks Tool Hub icon.
- When the tool hub opens, choose the Company File Issues tab.
- Click Run QuickBooks File Doctor and choose your company file from the drop-down menu.
- If your data file is not there, click Browse and search to find it.
- Select the check your file option and enter QuickBooks admin login credentials.
- Click Next, and the tool will start repairing the company file.
We know how important it is to resolve QuickBooks error 6147 on time to prevent data loss. That’s why we have provided the most effective solutions to fix the issue. If you are unable to resolve the error on your own, contact the QuickBooks technical support team by calling us on our toll-free number +1 800-579-9430.
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