QuickBooks is a known software operated by almost every small and medium-sized firm to keep track of their accounts. QuickBooks has some glitches that you can face and get stuck with if you don’t know how to fix them. In this article, we have discussed one such error that you can face while operating a file in QuickBooks. We have discussed the QuickBooks 6144 82 error that you can face when you are trying to access a company file.
When you encounter this QuickBooks error 6144 82, there are chances that it blocks you from performing any work on the main system as well as the other systems. We have mentioned a detailed procedure to quickly fix the QuickBooks error code 6144 82.
What Is QuickBooks Error 6144 82?
QuickBooks error code 6144 82 belongs to the 6000 series error and is associated with QuickBooks data files. This error occurs when you attempt to access a specific company file on the QuickBooks application. These company files can be present on a server and easily accessed from a single PC on the complete network. This restricts you from restoring your company file or even re-entering any data.
The error is triggered because of multiple reasons including incorrect QuickBooks installation and a corrupted Windows registry. In the next section, explore all the possible causes of QuickBooks error 6144 82.
Factors That Trigger QuickBooks Error 6144 82
Knowing the reason behind any error helps you to stop facing the error in the future. We have mentioned all the factors that provoke Error 6144 82 in QuickBooks.
- The recent changes that have occurred in the system can trigger the error.
- Accidentally deleted the company files.
- Incorrect installation of QuickBooks software
- Corruption in the Windows registry
- Virus or malware infection
- An issue with the network that occurred in the system or server can cause the error.
- Damaged company files or Windows systems can lead to the Quick Books Error 6144 82.
Indications of QuickBooks Error 6144 82
Following are the signs and symptoms that you may face when your QuickBooks software faces Error 6144 82 QuickBooks. These indications help you to know the error in a better understanding.
- Your QuickBooks Desktop application isn’t working smoothly.
- You get the error message related to the QuickBooks 6144 82 error on the display that reads “We are sorry for the inconvenience”.
- The input commands get a slow response from the Windows operating system.
- Windows OS is getting slower.
Points to Remember Before Proceeding to Fix QuickBooks Error 6144 82
Below we have mentioned a list of all the points that you need to keep in mind if you are going to start the process to fix the Quickbooks error code 6144 82 in your system.
- The very first thing is that you need to make sure that all the steps that have been mentioned are performed on the host computer excluding the last step.
- Next, You need to make sure that you have shut down the host system and the other systems properly.
- Most importantly you will be needed to close the anti-virus software from your system.
General Troubleshooting Steps To Fix QuickBooks Error Code 6144 82
As we explore the causes and symptoms, let’s head towards knowing how to get rid of the QuickBooks Error 6144 82. Follow the below-mentioned steps one by one to resolve the QuickBooks 6144 82 error code.
Step 1: Run QuickBooks Service Option
- First, you will have to go to the start option and then select the services option.
- There, you will have to find a QBCFMonitoring service option.
- Next, you are needed to make sure that you are operating the services in automatic mode.
- If it is not started in the automatic mode, change it to the automatic mode and save. Now move to the next step.
Step 2: Change the Type of Account
- Now, you will have to go to the control panel on your system.
- Go to the user account options and click on it.
- Now, you will have to click on the QBDserviceuser and then change the account type to the administrator type.
Step 3: Make a New Folder
The next step is to create a new folder in the C drive. You will have to create a folder and name it according to the QuickBooks desktop. Once you have created a folder, you need to change the read and write options for the same.
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Step 4: Move the Files to the New Folder
The next step is to copy the files from the old QuickBooks folder to the new folder that you have created. You are needed to go to the C drive and then to the users’ section. After this, you will have to go to the Intuit folder and then to the QuickBooks folder. Copy all the files from the system from the QuickBooks folder to the new folder.
Step 5: Configure the Firewall Settings
The next step is to set up the inbound and outbound rules for the firewall. Follow the steps mentioned.
- First, you will have to go to the firewall option on your system.
- next, you will have to go to the advanced settings option and then choose the inbound rules.
- After this, you will have to click on the new rules option and then on the QuickBooks firewall port option.
- You are required to change the port number according to the version of the QuickBooks software you are using.
Step 6: Start the Database Manager
The next step is to run the QuickBooks database server manager. Follow the steps mentioned.
- The very first step is to go to the program list on your system and then select the QuickBooks option.
- After this, you will have to select the QuickBooks database server manager and then click on the option to add a folder.
- Next, you will have to go to the C drive and then add the QuickBooks folder there.
- Now, you will have to start the scanning process and wait until the end.
Other Methods To Fix QuickBooks Error 6144 82
If you have followed all the steps mentioned above and are still unable to fix the error, don’t be disappointed. Here, we have listed some additional methods that you can use to fix QuickBooks error 6144 82.
Method 1: Perform the Verify & Rebuild Process
You can find out the issues manually by verifying the company file data. In this method, you have to perform the whole process in two steps, first, one is to verify the data that helps you to find out the issue. The second one is to rebuild that data to resolve the QuickBooks Error 6144 82. Let’s start with the first step.
Step 1- Verify the QB Company File
- First of all, you need to close all the programs.
- Then, go to the QBs home window and single-click on File.
- Now, Click once on the Utility choice.
- After that, single-click on the option Verify Data. It will start the process of verifying data.
- If you find an error in the company file, you have to move toward the second step to get rid of the error. Otherwise, you don’t have to go to the next step.
Step 2- Rebuild the Data
Follow the below-outlined steps to rebuild the company data.
- First, you have to close all the programs.
- Then, locate QBs home window and single-click on File.
- Now, Click once on the Utility choice.
- Thereafter, choose the option Rebuild and click on it.
- You will be asked to take a backup of the company file, single-click on ok. You might lose some of the data during this process.
- Lastly, your company data will be rebuilt now.
Method 2: Check Windows User Permissions
If you are still facing QuickBooks Error 6144 82, then the next step is to check your Windows user permissions. To do this, you need to go to the ‘Start’ menu and then click on ‘Control Panel’. In the ‘Control Panel’ window, double-click on the ‘User Accounts’ icon.
Next, select your user account and click on the ‘Properties’ option. In the ‘Properties’ window, make sure that your user account is a member of the ‘Administrators’ group. If it is not, then you need to add your user account to the group.
Method 3: Check Hosting Settings
Check your hosting settings to fix this 6000 series error. To do this, you need to go to the ‘File’ menu and then click on ‘Utilities’. If you see the ‘Stop Hosting Multi-User Access’ option, it means that your QuickBooks file is not set up for hosting. You need to ask your administrator to turn on multi-user mode so that you can access the company file from a remote location.
Method 4: Restore QuickBooks Installation Files
The next method is to restore your QuickBooks installation files if they are damaged or missing. To do this, you need to go to the ‘Control Panel’ and then click on ‘Add or Remove Programs.
From the list of programs, select ‘QuickBooks’ and then click on the ‘Change/Remove’ option. When prompted, choose the ‘Repair’ option and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process. Once the repair process is completed, restart your computer and try opening the company file again. Sometimes you may also face a QuickBooks multi-user mode not working error.
Also Read:- QuickBooks Unrecoverable Error.
Method 5: Scan for the Malware Attacks
Malware is malicious software that is designed to damage or disable computers and computer systems. QuickBooks Error 6144 82 can be caused by malware attacks. Hence, scanning your system for malware attacks is a troubleshooting step you must take to fix this error.
Follow the below-mentioned steps to scan your system for malware:
- Press the ‘Windows + R’ keys together on your keyboard to open the Run dialogue box.
- Type ‘cmd’ in the Run dialogue box and press the Enter key. This will open the Command Prompt window.
- In the cmd window, type up ‘SFC /scan now & press the Enter key. This will start scanning your system for malware.
- Once the scanning is complete, restart your system and open QuickBooks again to check if the error has been resolved.
If the above method does not work, you can also try performing a clean boot on your system.
Method 6: Using Clean Boot on Your System
A clean boot is a process of starting Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This helps in eliminating software conflicts that can cause errors like QuickBooks Error 6144 82. Follow the below-mentioned steps to perform a clean boot on your system:
- Press the ‘Windows + R’ keys together on your keyboard to open the Run dialogue box.
- Type ‘MSConfig’ in the Run dialogue box and press the Enter key. This will open the System Configuration window.
- In the System Configuration window, go to the ‘General’ tab and select the ‘Selective startup option.
- Now, go to the ‘Services’ tab and check the ‘Hide all Microsoft services” checkbox.
- After that, go to the ‘Startup’ tab and click on the ‘Open Task Manager’ option.
- In the Task Manager window, go to the ‘Startup’ tab and disable all the startup items.
- Once you have disabled all the startup items, close the Task Manager window and click on the ‘OK’ button in the System Configuration window.
- This will prompt you to restart your system. Click on the ‘Restart’ button to restart your system.
- After your system restarts, open QuickBooks again and check if the error has been resolved.
Method 7: Repair Damaged Microsoft Components
The last method is to repair any damaged Microsoft components. To do this, you need to go to the ‘Control Panel’ and then click on ‘Add or Remove Programs. From the list of programs, select ‘Microsoft .NET Framework’ and then click on the ‘Change/Remove’ option.
When prompted, choose the ‘Repair’ option and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process. Once the repair process is completed, restart your computer and try opening QuickBooks again.
Method 8: Download Windows Updates
One of the easiest ways to fix the QuickBooks 6144 82 error code is to check and install available Windows updates if any are available. Follow the following steps to update Windows:
- Tap on the start icon.
- In the search box, type “updates” and hit the Enter key on your keyboard.
- Now, from the list of available options, choose Windows update.
- Click on the “check updates” option and if any updates are available, download and install them on your system.
Method 9: Fix Windows Registry Entries Related To QuickBooks 6144 82 Error
One of the common reasons you come across QuickBooks errors is corrupted Windows registry files, requiring you to check and fix Windows registry entries related to the error. Here’s how you can do it.
- Click on the start button and in the search bar, type command.
- To open the Command prompt, you will have to press the Shift and CTRL keys along with the enter key.
- A prompt asking for your permission will open. Click on Yes.
- When the command prompt opens up, type regedit and hit the Enter key.
- Look for entries related to QuickBooks error 6144 82.
- Once found, open the file menu and click on the export option.
- Now, browse the folder where you wish to store this backup file.
- Name the folder and under the export range option, select the selected branch option.
- When done, save these changes with a .reg extension. Also, make sure you have a backup of the registry file with you.
Method 10: Use QuickBooks Tool Hub
QuickBooks Tool Hub is an integrated tool that helps you run different QuickBooks tools in a single tool and fix most of your errors and bugs. Here are the steps you have to follow to fix QuickBooks error 6144 82.
- To begin with, ensure you have downloaded the latest version of QuickBooks Tool Hub on your system.
- Once updated, open the tool and go to the program problems tab.
- Under this tab, choose “Quick fix my program”.
- Wait for the process to complete. On completion, check if you are facing the QuickBooks 6144 82 error code or not.
If the error persists, try fixing QuickBooks installation files. For that, follow the below-mentioned steps:
- In the QuickBooks tool hub window, go to the installation issues option.
- Under installation issues, click on the Install Diagnostic Tool button.
- The tool takes around 20 minutes to complete the scan. Once the scan is complete, restart your system.
- Start QuickBooks, open the company file, and then, if required, update QuickBooks.
Wrapping Up!
This was all about the QuickBooks Error 6144 82. We have mentioned all the important troubleshooting methods along with the reasons behind the error. Hopefully, the article is useful and informative to you. You can go for the technical Support team 24 x 7 in case you are stuck at any point.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is error code 82 in QuickBooks?
Error code 82 is the error associated with multi-user hosting. This error conveys that the company computer is incorrectly hosted with multiple systems.
Q.2 How do I fix QuickBooks registration error?
To resolve the registration error, you are required to open the QuickBooks tool hub, and for that, you are required to close QuickBooks software.
Q.3 How do I fix the QuickBooks connectivity error?
You can fix the QuickBooks connectivity error by using QuickBooks file doctor. This tool is really easy to use. You can rectify the error through this.
