QuickBooks Company file can be marred by different technical issues. One common error that is reported by several users is error code 6010. This issue is related to issues with the server workstation that is hosting the company file. It can also be possible that the company file is damaged or the data gone overload. Through this segment, get an insight into QuickBooks error code 6010 and the methods to easily rectify it. You might see the following error message on your desktop screen:
An error occurred. Your QuickBooks installation may have been modified. Reinstall QuickBooks and then try again. If the problem persists, contact Intuit Technical Support and provide them with the following error codes: (-6010, -100).
What Leads to QuickBooks Error Code 6010?
The main drivers of this error code are:
- Accidental deletion of QB-related registry files can lead to Error code 6010 in QuickBooks desktop.
- Inability of QuickBooks to operate correctly due to a firewall or security program may also cause this error.
- QuickBooks files with the “.TLG extension may evoke this error.
- This error might be caused by the ‘QBW’
- The PC needs to be cleaned due to excessive accumulation of junk files.
- This issue may be instigated by certain background third-party programs or applications.
Different Solutions to Rectify QuickBooks Error Code 6010
The various solutions or getting this QuickBooks desktop issue 6010 fixed are explained in this section:
Solution 1: Run the QuickBooks Database Server Manager
- To begin with, hit on “Start” menu on the Desktop, then choose “All Programs“
- You are now supposed to access QuickBooks Database Server Manager by launching the QuickBooks Desktop program.
- You now have to opt for each and every Scan Folder you need.
- In the next step, hit on the “Scan Folders” tab.
- If you are unable to locate your folder, opt for “Add Folder.”
- After that, hit on “Scan” and let the scan finish.
- Later on, open the file and launch QuickBooks accounting software once more.
- Now open your account and log in.
- This should rectify error code.
Solution 2: Use QuickBooks File Doctor tool
- Initially, you need to download and install QuickBooks Tool Hub.
- After this, run this Tool hub, and go for “Company File Issues.”
- And further, hit on the “Run QuickBooks file doctor” option now.
- After selecting the necessary company file, tap on “proceed.”
- And then, type your admin password and QuickBooks username.
- Followed by hitting on the “Next” button afterward.
- Wait for the procedure to complete. You must restart QuickBooks after processing your company filing to see if this method could fix QuickBooks Error 6010
Solution 3: Fix minor Company file issues
- Under this process, go to the folder which is containing the company file.
- After that, right-click Company file and ensure it as the extension ‘’QBW.’’
- Also, remove any blank spaces and unnecessary characters from the file name.
- Now run QuickBooks and try opening the same company file once again.
Solution 4: Renaming ‘.ND’ and ‘.TLG’ files
- Initially, you need to go to QuickBooks folder and search for the company file with the ND and TLG extensions.
- After that hit a right-click the files individually and then click on ‘’rename.’’
- And further, add “OLD” at the end.
- Now run QuickBooks once again and access the same company file again.
Solution 5: Terminate QuickBooks processes
- Sign into the server computer as “Admin.”
- Now access the Task manager. For this, go for the keys Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys.
- Subsequently, hit on ‘’Show Processes for Other Users’’ under the “Users” tab.
- You must opt for ‘’End Task’’ after choosing all of the QuickBooks processes.
- Finally, the company file must also be opened in multi-user mode.
Solution 6: End Multi-user Access
- The very first step is to run QuickBooks and go to “File” menu, followed by “Utilities”.
- After that choose “Stop hosting multi-user access“
- And further, reopen QuickBooks after closing it.
- And then, head to the “program settings” and then turn off the “Internet Monitor function.”
- Now restart the computer afterward.
- Lastly, re-launch the QuickBooks Desktop.
Wind Up!
This discussion unveiled all the details you need to fix QuickBooks Error code 6010. If you feel that you are being surrounded by irreparable technical issues, you can directly call our QuickBooks error support experts at the helpline i.e., 1-800-761-1787.