Issues while accessing the company file in QB can lead to errors and issues for the user. One such error is QuickBooks Error 6189 816, which can occur while opening the company file. This error code can get triggered due to many possible reasons, like a damaged file folder or incomplete QB installation. If you are getting the QuickBooks error code 6189 816, you can use the solutions provided below to eliminate it once and for all.
If you are unable to perform the steps or resolve the error code on your own, you can reach out to us at 1-855-856-0042 to get assistance from our technical support team.
Common Causes for the QuickBooks Error Message
6189 816
You might be getting the QuickBooks Desktop error 6189 816 due to the following possible reasons –
1. Your QuickBooks Desktop is not updated to the latest release, and the obsolete version is incompatible with the company file.
2. The QuickBooks installation process is faulty or incomplete, and the installation files might be damaged/corrupted.
3. There are Windows registry issues, and the Windows drivers might be missing from the system.
4. There is a mismatch between the TLG and QBW files, and the ND file might be broken or damaged.
Troubleshooting Solutions for the QuickBooks Company File Error 6189
QuickBooks is unable to open this company file error 6189 can be addressed by using the steps given below –
Step 1 – Activate the Database Service to Mend the Network Connection Issues
You can fix the QB error code 6189 816 by activating the database server manager in the following manner –
1. Find the database service utility in the Network Issues tab of the QB Tool Hub and choose the QuickBooks Database Server Manager.
2. Once you get a prompt to install it on your system, follow the on-screen instructions, and in the QB Database Manager menu, choose the Start Scan option if you see the company files.
3. If not, hit the Browse option to find them and tap the Start Scan option to repair the firewall permissions causing blockages automatically on running it.
4. After the scan ends, hit the Close button and launch the QB app on servers and workstations.
Step 2 – Rename the QB Installation Files from the File Explorer Window
To mend the company file issues, you need to rename the installation files from the file explorer.
1. Launch the File Explorer by pressing the Windows + E keys and hit the View tab to move to the File Extensions.
2. Choose Hidden Items and launch the File Explorer again to look for the QuickBooks Installation folder from the following locations:
•C:\ProgramData\Intuit\QuickBooks (year)
•C:\Users(current user)\AppData\Local\Intuit\QuickBooks (year)
•C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks (year)
•64-bit version C:\Program Files (x86)\Intuit\QuickBooks (year)
3. Now, right-click and hit the Rename option to modify the folder name by adding .old to it.
Conclusion
You can easily terminate the QuickBooks Error 6189 816 by performing the steps given above. If the error code persists, you can call us at 1-855-856-0042 to get assistance from our QB experts.