Fixing 6073, 99001 QuickBooks is
Unable to Open this Company File
Cannot Open Quickbooks File
QuickBooks may occasionally encounter operational issues and display specific errors. One
such error 6073, -99001 QuickBooks is unable to open this company file. This error
arises when attempting to open the data file on a network, accompanied by an error
message stating, QuickBooks is unable to open this company file. It's possible that
someone else unlocked it. It shows that on a machine other than the server, the corporate
file being viewed is already open. It suggests a communication problem between the
application and the company file over the network.
In this blog, we'll cover additional factors that may have caused this error. Please read the
entire tutorial carefully, paying close attention to each troubleshooting solution.
If that occurs to you and you need immediate assistance from professionals, call our
toll-free number 1.855.738.2784, to speak with the QB specialists' team directly.
What are the Reasons Behind Company File Errors in
QuickBooks?
Let's explore the potential causes of this error, particularly in cases where QuickBooks unable
to open company file.
•You may be unable to open the company file because it is hosted on a workstation.
•If incorrect folder permissions can trigger QuickBooks.
Solution for Company File Errors in QuickBooks
We've outlined the most common causes of error above. To address this error, it's crucial to
resolve the issue promptly. Proceed to the following section and implement the workarounds
provided below.
Solution 1: Verify that the server computer is the only one hosting
the company file
The server computer hosts your company files and connects to workstations on the network. Therefore, multiuser access should only be enabled on the server, not on the workstations.
Put Another Workstation's Multi-user Mode Access on Hold
•Close QuickBooks on every computer, whether it's a workstation or computer.
•Start QuickBooks on the machine, but it is exhibiting an error.
•From the menu bar, select the File menu and then choose Utilities.
•From the options, click Stop Hosting Multi-User Access.
•Repeat these steps on each workstation where the error appears.
•If the error persists, restart all workstations.
Change the Mode of the Server Computer to Multi-Userc
•Launch QuickBooks on your server computer and navigate to the File menu.
•From the dropdown menu, select Utilities and then click Switch to multi-user mode.
•After completing these steps, attempt to open the company file again in multi-user mode.
Solution 2: Grant Access to the Company File
Permissions
•Open the computer hosting your company file.
•Open File Explorer and navigate to the folder that holds your company file.
•Properties are the option that appears when you right-click on the folder.
•Select the Security tab.
•Select the appropriate one from the list of users encountering issues when opening the
company file.
•Click on Edit and check the Allow checkbox for Full Control.
•To apply the changes, click Apply and then select OK.
We hope you were able to fix QuickBooks Error 6073, -99001 QuickBooks is
unable to open this company file by following this guide.
Dial 1.855.738.2784 and get in touch with our specialists immediately if the error
continues or if you run into any problems when trying to follow the instructions.