Easy Guidelines to Eliminate Quickbooks Error 6189

Don’t be triggered when you cannot access your QuickBooks company file due to QuickBooks error 6189. The issue has arisen not because of any glitch in the company file but in the multi-user network. Whenever you receive the error, a warning message displays on a dialog box saying that “An error occurred when QuickBooks tried to access the company file(-6189, -816)”. Have a look at this blog that elaborates why you come up with such a message and how to fix it. 

You can also have a one-to-one conversation with our team of experienced professionals regarding error 6189 in QuickBooks. Dial 1.800.579.0391 for technical guidance. 

Primary Reasons Behind the Error Code 6189 in QuickBooks

The major reason you are facing the QB error code 6189 is that you have probably saved your QuickBooks company file on an external hard drive. You must move it to the local hard drive. 

However, if the error still might stay due to other glitches. Move on to the next section for some best solutions. 

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What are the Different Successful Methods to Get Through the QuickBooks Desktop Error Message 6189?

Are you worried because you cannot rectify the issue and are unable to work on your company file? Now, with the help of this article, you will definitely be able to overcome it. Check the solutions below-

SOLUTION 1: Download and Install the QuickBooks Tool Hub Application and Use Quick Fix my Program

1. 1. At first, you require to download the QuickBooks Tool Hub. Make sure to download the latest version of it. 
2. 2. Save the downloaded ‘QuickBooksToolHub.exe’ file to a convenient location.
3. 3. To begin the installation, run the downloaded file. 
4. 4. Several instructions will be displayed on the screen. Follow them accordingly and accept the terms and conditions. 
5. 5. Once you have installed the program, run it and choose the ‘Program Problems’ menu. 
6. 6. Tap ‘Quick Fix my Problem’ tool and wait until the tool identifies and resolves the error. 
7. 7. Now, try to open your company file. 

SOLUTION 2: Attempt to Run QuickBooks Database Server Manager on the Host Computer

Take reference from the previous solution on how to install the QuickBooks Tool Hub on your system. After you complete the entire process, move forward with the following steps- 

1. 1. On the ‘Network Issues’ menu, choose ‘QuickBooks Database Server Manager’.
2. 2. When you see your company file, hit on the ‘Start Scan’ option. 
3. 3. If you cannot see your data file, select the ‘Browse’ option to locate the file and then jump to 'Start Scan'. 
4. 4. Now, once the QBDBSM tool rectifies the problem, access QuickBooks Desktop from the host computer and then on workstations. 

By now, we hope you are familiar with the causes and troubleshooting methods of the QuickBooks error 6189. We have mentioned the top two solutions that will fix the issue, no matter why you are facing this issue. In case the problem does not go away even after performing these troubleshooting methods step-by-step, feel free to have a consultation with one of our certified QuickBooks experts by dialing our Toll-Free 1.800.579.0391. Our professionals will guide you to get rid of the providing permanently.