QuickBooks Cannot
Communicate With the
Company File [Fixed]
QuickBooks 2018 Error 6144 82
Are you encountering a firewall error in QuickBooks that prevents
communication with the company file and struggling to find a solution? The
QuickBooks cannot communicate with the company file error typically
appears when a network firewall disrupts the connection. This issue often arises
when a user attempts to connect to the network company file.
To fix this problem, you should change your firewall configuration to let
QuickBooks connect over the network. This entails setting up firewall ports and
ensuring QuickBooks files can pass over the firewall.
However, if you require technical guidance or are confused, please contact
our technical support team at Toll-Free Number 1.855.738.2784. Our dedicated
professionals are available to provide clarity and assistance whenever
needed.
Why QuickBooks Cannot Connect with the Company
File?
Several factors can prevent your company file from communicating with QuickBooks.
The reasons behind QuickBook's inability to communicate with company files are
listed here.
• The absence of the latest firewall version on a network can leave it vulnerable to
security risks and restrict QB's ability to communicate with the company file.
• QuickBooks may be unable to communicate with the company file due to network
issues, such as QuickBooks error 6144 82. Proper network setup and troubleshooting
are required.
Fixing the QuickBooks Company File Connection Issues
Follow the below-mentioned solution to fix QuickBooks' inability to communicate with
the company file.
Solution 1: Configure Windows Firewall Manually
Follow these steps to add a firewall port exception for QuickBooks. This configuration
ensures that QuickBooks Desktop can communicate through your Firewall.
1. Head to the Start menu and open the Windows Firewall.
2. Now, head to Advanced Settings.
3. Click right on the Inbound Rules and then choose the New Rule option.
4. Now, go to the Port option and then click Next.
5. Then, make sure you have selected TCP.
6. You must enter the ports required for your QB version in the Specific local ports.
7. For QB Desktop 2017, enter 8019, 56727.
8. Finally, click Next.
9. Then, choose Allow the connection.
10.Make sure all the profiles are marked.
11.Now Create New Rule, QBFirewallException.exe.
12.Finally, hit the Finish button.
Solution 2: Use The QuickBooks File Doctor Tool
Follow the steps below to learn how to use the QuickBooks File Doctor
tool.
Step 1: Make Sure To Download QuickBooks Tool
Hub
1. Start by closing QuickBooks.
2. Next, store the most recent version of QuickBooks Tool Hub in a convenient
location by downloading it.
3. After downloading the file, open it and agree to the terms and conditions
by following the installation instructions on-screen.
4. Once installed, double-click the icon to launch the tool hub.
Step 2: Run QuickBooks File Doctor
1. First, open the QuickBooks Tool Hub and go to the company file issues tab.
2. Select Run QuickBooks File Doctor.
3. Find QuickBooks File Doctor and open it manually if it doesn't open automatically.
4. Choose your company file from the drop-down option in QuickBooks File Doctor.
5. If your file is not shown, utilize the browse option to find it.
6. Next, right-click on Check your file, followed by Continue.
7. Enter the admin password and select Next.
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