Can't Open Company File in QuickBooks? Try
These Fixes
Sometimes, for abundant reasons, QuickBooks may display an error message stating: can't open
company file in QuickBooks. When a user encounters this issue, it prevents them from performing any
activities within QuickBooks.This error may occur when the company file becomes corrupted or if
QuickBooks ceases to function for any reason. If you relocated your QuickBooks company file recently,
you'll need to direct QuickBooks to its new location. You can accomplish this by searching for your
company file using the Find function in the start menu.
Hence, encountering such an error can be highly disruptive for QuickBooks users. To assist you in
managing such a situation, we've prepared this article to provide comprehensive guidance on successfully
resolving these errors.
Alternatively, you can call our technical support staff at 1-855-856-0042. We will assist you in resolving this
company file issue and address any questions you may have about QuickBooks.
Possible Reasons for Company File Issues in QuickBooks
The QuickBooks error may be triggered by one or more reasons, which includes:
• If the Windows Installer Program Malfunctions.
• Lack of Admin Rights for QuickBooks Software.
• QBW32.exe Process Still Running
• Interference from Anti-virus and Firewall Software.
Have trouble getting your QuickBooks Company File to open? This problem may have a number of
underlying causes, some of which are listed below:
•When problems arise regarding the location of your company file.
•When QuickBooks becomes unresponsive because of extensive reports and files.
Solutions for Company File Issues in QuickBooks
We have developed several solutions that, depending on the circumstances, will assist you in resolving this
issue. Now, let's examine how:
Solution 1: Relocating to a New Location for Resolution
• If your company file is located in a specific directory, you might encounter the issue of QuickBooks
failing to open the company file. Moving it to a new location could be the optimal solution. The easy
procedures to follow are listed below:
• Begin by hovering over the Start menu and typing File Explorer into the search bar, then open it.
• Locate the folder containing your company file, often found within your QuickBooks folder. It will
appear as [Your company name].qbw.
• Now, perform a right-click on your company file and choose Copy.
• Simply right-click on your desktop and pick Paste.
• Open QuickBooks, go to the File menu and click on Open or Restore Company.
• Choose your company file you copied to your desktop and click Open.
Solution 2: Resolving by Disabling Don’t Save the Desktop Option
Extensive reports and files may lead to QuickBooks freezing or crashing. Thus, it's advised to disable the
Don’t Save the Desktop option. Here's how:
To access your company file without any saved windows:
• Launch QuickBooks Desktop.
• Within the No Company Open window, select your company file.
• Hold down the ALT key on your keyboard, then select Open. Keep holding ALT until the file opens. If
QuickBooks prompts you to sign in, release ALT and enter your password. Hold down ALT again and
select OK.
After your company opens successfully, disable the "Save the desktop" option in the preferences when
closing.
•Click on Edit and then select Preferences.
•Navigate to Desktop View and choose Don’t save the desktop.
•Click the OK button.
•Additionally, close and reopen QuickBooks, then attempt to access your company file.
Therefore, we trust that after reading this blog, you now have a clear understanding of how to resolve the
issue of can't open company file in QuickBooks due to QuickBooks error 6010. However, if you continue
encountering corruption issues when accessing your company file or wish to resolve them promptly,
please contact our customer service representatives for immediate assistance. Just dial a 1-855-8560042.