Resolve QuickBooks Error 6000 82 [Fixed]

QuickBooks error 6000 82 is a common error code that usually appears when you try to open or use a company file. This error can be caused by a number of factors, including damaged QuickBooks installation files, corrupt user permissions, or a damaged hard drive. However, the good news is that this error can be easily resolved with a few simple steps. This error may also be caused by damaged or missing files, or by incorrect permissions. If you encounter this error, you will see the following message: “An error occurred when QuickBooks tried to access the company file. Please try again.” For quick resolution of this 6000 series error, we have come up with the best solutions for you. Get through our well-researched guide and become a PRO now.

What is QuickBooks Error 6000 82?

QuickBooks error -6000,-82 is a frequent error encountered by QuickBooks users in particular when trying to open the company’s file or attempt to access the company’s file information that the program is unable to access since they’re within the other system. If this error is encountered the users may not be in a position to connect to the company or other system. The error message can be observed when the program is used in multi-user mode. If you’re trying to solve the issue yourself, it is essential to make sure that the software is upgraded to the most current version. In addition, it is crucial to download, install, and then use the QuickBooks tool for repairing files on your system.

What are the Causes for QuickBooks Error 6000 82?

There are several possible causes for this error:

1. The company file is damaged or missing.
2. The company file is located on a drive that uses an unsupported version of NTFS.
3. There is a problem with the QuickBooks installation.
4. There are incorrect permissions set for the Windows user account that is running QuickBooks.
5. There may be a problem with the Microsoft .NET Framework.

Methods to Solve QuickBooks Error 6000 82

There are a number of options you could apply to resolve the QuickBooks error code 6000 82. We’ll explore every method in turn:

Solution 1: Use The QuickBooks File Doctor Tool

You can use the QuickBooks File Doctor tool to fix this error. The File Doctor is a tool designed by Intuit to diagnose and repair common problems with company files and data. To use the File Doctor:

1. Download and install the QuickBooks File Doctor tool.
2. Run the QuickBooks File Doctor tool and select your company file 
3. The File Doctor will attempt to fix any problems it finds with your company file.
4. After a successful scan, QuickBooks error -6000 -82 will be fixed now. In case the error still persists, go for the next solution. 

Solution 2: Check Your Permissions

1. Right-click on your QuickBooks desktop icon and choose “Run as Administrator”.
2. If you are prompted for a password or confirmation, enter your password or provide confirmation.
3. When the UAC (User Account Control) dialogue box appears, click “Yes”.
4. Choose “File” > “Open or Restore Company”.
5. Click “Open a company file” and then click “Next”.
6. Click the “Network Descriptions” button.
7. In the Network Folder window, check to see if your company file is located in the list of recently opened files. If it is, double-click on it to open. If not, continue with the next solution.

Solution 3: Restore a Backup Copy of Your Company File

If you have a backup copy of your company file, you can restore it and use that as your working copy. To do this:

1. From the main menu in QuickBooks, choose “File” > “Open or Restore Company”.
2. In the “Open or Restore Company” window, select “Restore a backup copy” and then click “Next”.
3. In the “Select the Backup File” window, select the backup file you want to restore and then click “Open”.
4. In the “Are you sure?” window, click “Yes”.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish restoring your backup.

Solution 4: Turn Off Hosting With All The Computers With Quickbooks Installed

1. Open QuickBooks on the computer where your company file is located.
2. Choose “File” > “Utilities”.
3. If you see “Stop Hosting Multi-User Access”, that means hosting is turned on and you can skip to Solution 6. If you don’t see “Stop Hosting Multi-User Access“, continue with the next step.
4. Click “Host Multi-User Access” and then click “Yes” when prompted to confirm.
5. Close QuickBooks and repeat these steps on all other computers where QuickBooks is installed.

Solution 5: Delete your .ND files

The .ND files are network data files used by QuickBooks to store information about where your company file is located. Deleting these files can sometimes fix problems with multi-user access. To delete your .ND files:

1. Close QuickBooks and all other programs running on your computer.
2. Press the Windows + E key on your keyboard to open File Explorer.
3. In the left panel, navigate to the following folder: C:\Users\Public\Documents\Intuit\QuickBooks\Company Files
4. In the right panel, look for any files that end in .ND and delete them.
5. Open QuickBooks and try accessing your company file again. If you are still getting the same error, continue with the next solution.

Solution 6: Edit Your Windows Hosts File

1. Press the Windows + R key on your keyboard to open the Run window.
2. In the “Open” field, type “notepad” and then click “OK”.
3. When Notepad opens, choose “File” > “Open”.
4. In the “File name” field, type the following: C:\Windows\System32\Drivers\etc\hosts
5. Click “Open”.
6. In the host’s file, look for any entries that mention QuickBooks (with an .IP address next to it) and delete them. For example:

            127.0.0.1 quickbooksdb25             192.168.1.5 quickbooksdb25

7. Save the changes to the host file and then close Notepad.
8. Try accessing your company file again in QuickBooks. If you are still getting the same error, continue with the next solution.

Solution 7: Use the QBInstall Tool

If you’ve tried all of the other solutions and you’re still getting the same error, you can try using the QBInstall Tool to repair your QuickBooks installation. Doing this will not affect your company file or any of your data. To use the QBInstall Tool:

1. Download the Quickbooks Install Tool from the Intuit website.
2. Run the QBInstall Tool and follow the onscreen instructions to repair your QuickBooks installation.
3. Once the repair is finished, try accessing your company file again in QuickBooks. If you are still getting the same error, you can try contacting QuickBooks support for more help.

Solution 8: Restart the computer in Selective Startup mode

1. Press the Windows + R key on your keyboard to open the Run window.
2. In the “Open” field, type “msconfig” and then click “OK”.
3. In the “System Configuration” window, go to the “General” tab and select “Selective startup”.
4. Make sure that the “Load system services” and “Load startup items” options are selected and then click “OK”.
5. When prompted, restart your computer.
6. Try accessing your company file again in QuickBooks. If you are still getting the same error, continue with the next solution.

Solution 9: Use a Different Version Of QuickBooks

If you’re still getting the same error after trying all of the other solutions, it’s possible that there is a problem with your QuickBooks installation. In this case, you can try uninstalling QuickBooks and then installing an older or newer version. To do this:

1. Uninstall QuickBooks from your computer using the “Uninstall or change a program” feature in Windows.
2. Download and install the QuickBooks version that you want to use from the Intuit website.
3. Try accessing your company file again in QuickBooks.

Solution 10: Perform Standard Troubleshooting

If you’ve tried all of the other solutions and you’re still getting the QuickBooks error 6000 82, you can try some standard troubleshooting steps. These include making sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for QuickBooks, updating Windows, and running a virus scan. Minimum system requirements for QuickBooks:

1. Windows 7 SP1 or later (32-bit or 64-bit)
2. Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 or later (64-bit)
3. 4 GB of RAM (8 GB recommended)
4. 2.5 GB of free hard disk space (additional space required for data files)
5. DVD drive (required for CD/DVD installations)

To check if your computer meets the minimum system requirements:

1. Open QuickBooks and go to the “Help” menu.
2. Choose “System Requirements”.
3. Compare your computer’s specs to the minimum system requirements for QuickBooks. If your computer doesn’t meet the requirements, you’ll need to upgrade it before you can use QuickBooks.

To update Windows:

1. Press the Windows + R key on your keyboard to open the Run window.
2. In the “Open” field, type “Control Panel” and then click “OK”.
3. In the Control Panel, go to “System and Security” and then choose “Windows Update”.
4. Click “Check for Updates” and then install any available updates.
5. Once the updates are installed, restart your computer and try accessing your company file again in QuickBooks. If you are still getting the same error, continue with the next solution.

Solution 11: Run a Virus Scan

If you’re still getting the QuickBooks error 6000 82 after trying all of the other solutions, it’s possible that there is a virus or other malware on your computer that is causing the problem. To fix this, you can run a virus scan using your antivirus software. If you don’t have antivirus software installed on your computer, you can download and install Microsoft Security Essentials for free. To run a virus scan:

1. Download and install Microsoft Security Essentials.
2. Once the software is installed, open it and click “Scan now”.
3. The software will scan your computer for viruses and remove any that it finds.
4. Once the scan is complete, restart your computer and try accessing your company file again in QuickBooks.

Also Read: How to use QuickBooks clean install tool?

Take Away!

We are now at the conclusion of this blog article. We hope you found this article informative. The solutions we provided will help you solve QuickBooks Error 6000 82. If the error persists, please contact our 24-hour QuickBooks desktop assistance team. Our certified team of ProAdvisors will be pleased to provide you with precise solutions at the earliest.

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