Here’s How to Fix Cannot
Open QuickBooks Company
File Issue
QuickBooks users store crucial data in the company file, which is essential to the application.
However, issues arise when you cannot open QuickBooks company file due to data
damage or corruption-related errors. Renaming, moving, or accessing your company file are
the usual causes of this issue.
When opening a company file in QuickBooks, you may get an error and a warning notice
saying, "QuickBooks can't find company file." This error could have disastrous consequences
for QuickBooks users. The whole guide to fixing the problem of not being able to open a
QuickBooks company file can be found in this blog post.
Our QuickBooks support team can be reached at 1.855.856.0042, a toll-free number.
We will help you fix this problem with the company file and answer any questions you
might have regarding QuickBooks.
What Causes of QuickBooks Company File Issues?
This issue can impact any organization's operations but can be resolved straightforwardly.
Below are some common reasons for not opening a QuickBooks company file or encountering
the "QuickBooks can't find company file" error, including QuickBooks error message 6106.
• If the file is stored in a location where QuickBooks cannot access it properly.
• When QuickBooks becomes unresponsive due to large reports and files.
Effective Steps for QuickBooks Company File Issues
Now that you understand the causes of the QuickBooks company file not opening error or the
"QuickBooks can't find company file" error, it's time to take the necessary steps to resolve it.
Step 1: Relocating the Company File to a New Location
If your company file is stored in a particular location, you may encounter issues where
QuickBooks won't open the file. Moving it to a new location can often be the best solution. Here
are the steps to follow:
• Open File Explorer by hovering over the Start menu, typing File Explorer in the search bar,
and opening it.
• Locate the folder containing your company file, typically found in your QuickBooks folder. It
will be named something like [Your company name].qbw.
• When you right-click on your company file, select Copy.
• On your desktop, right-click anywhere and choose Paste.
• Open QuickBooks, go to the File menu and click Open or Restore Company.
• Select the company file you copied to your desktop and click Open.
Step 2: Disabling the Don’t Save the Desktop Option
Large reports and files can lead to QuickBooks freezing or crashing. To prevent this, it is
advisable to disable the option labeled "Don’t Save the Desktop." Here’s how you can do it:
To access your corporate file without using any saved windows:
• Open QuickBooks Desktop.
• In the No Company Open window, select your company file to open.
• Press the ALT key on your keyboard, then select Open. Keep holding ALT until the file
opens. If prompted to sign in, release ALT, enter your password, and then press and hold
ALT again while selecting OK.
Once your business has opened successfully, disable the setting to save the desktop
when closing.
• Click on Edit and then select Preferences.
• Select Don't save the desktop after navigating to Desktop View, and
after clicking OK, the changes will be saved.
• Close and reopen QuickBooks, then attempt to access your company file again.
Therefore, after reading this blog, we trust that you now understand how to resolve the issue of
‘cannot open QuickBooks company file.’ If you continue to encounter corruption issues
when accessing your company file or need immediate assistance, please contact our customer
service executives at 1.855.856.0042. They are dedicated to addressing your concerns
promptly and effectively.