Are you getting trouble with QuickBooks error codes 6190 and 816? One of the harmful errors in the QuickBooks related to the company file is 6190 and 816. These errors can directly impact company files and transaction logs and data. When users tackle such errors they do not know a major loss it can create to a company file and data. Some users forcefully try to fix the error which leads to corrupting the company file permanently.
If you do not want to lose your company data and log files then understand the root cause of this error and what are the best precautions and measures to fix the error without any loss. This blog is created to provide correct information to fix accurately.
About Error 6190 and 816.
Unlike other company file errors, QuickBooks error 6190 and 816 can be very toxic for the data. Whenever you receive such error codes do not try any random procedure or forcefully start a computer to access the QuickBooks file. It might remove the error message from your desktop but there can be a possibility that you delete the error along with your data.
This error can be fixed by managing the company file as a host. it is all related to the company file error due to variable cause. There are leading factors responsible for errors are
Leading cause for Error 6190 and 816
- In a scenario where the transaction log file mismatch with the data of the company file then it can show error codes 6190 and 816. It happens because the transaction log file contains all the data of the company's transaction but when it's mismatched with the logs you enter in the company file then the error appears.
- Quickbook company file extension is renamed with any other extension then QuickBooks software will not detect the company file in the folders and it will show the error 6190 and 816.
- When company files and transaction files are not in synchronisation with each other.
- In multi-user mode, if any of the systems update the company file but do not update the transaction block file then the host computer will detect this error.
- If there is any corrupted file present in the QuickBooks desktop folder then the application will not be able to detect the file. It will directly show the error alert.
Solutions to Fix QuickBooks Error 6190 and 816
Solution 1: With the help of QuickBooks file doctor
QFS is software created to eliminate major troubleshooting errors appearing on QuickBooks. This software is created by Intuit itself. It can be the first and crucial solution to eliminate the error if there is any corrupted file available on the QuickBooks desktop.
- Download the QuickBooks file doctor from the official website of Intuit.
- Install the application in the default location to avoid any faults.
- Launch the application and allow all the permission required by an application to access data.
- Now proceed to detect the damage in QuickBooks software by running a scan.
- You have to select both file damage and connectivity scan to detect error 6190.
- It will ask for your password to access the company file and resolve the error.
- It will also ask you for the location of the company file.
- If your file is stored in the server then press the yes icon if not then press no.
- At last click on the proceed option.
If there is any corrupted file in QuickBooks then it will automatically detect the error and eliminate it within no time.
Solution 2: Fix the company file and transaction log file mismatch.
To identify if there is any mismatch in the company file and transition of the file
- Open the QuickBooks company file folder in C drive.
- Look for the file with extensions .QBW and .TLG.
- Both files will have similar names but different extensions.
- Company_file.qbw.nd
- Company_file.qbw.tlg
- You don't have to rename the file but you can just add word .old behind the extension of the transaction log file and the company file.
- Save the new name and exit.
- Restart your computer and launch QuickBooks. It will function properly.
Solution 3: Verify the company file update in multi-user mode
If multiple users are operating the company file. There is a probability that one of the users of a company file had updated the company data but forgot to update the transaction logs. It can also mismatch the situation and due to the difference in the data, the software will detect an error and block your further process. So ensure that any user of your company file has updated both the transaction log and company file at the same time before uploading it.
Conclusion
Error 6190 and 816 can be Trouble Maker for your company files and data. Whenever you receive such an error, follow the instructions carefully and use the solution step by step. If the error keeps on popping up we suggest you contact our QuickBooks support team one of our engineers will directly reach you and guide you to fix the error. You can contact us via toll-free number +1800-615-2347.
