Are you using QuickBooks software and facing issues like QuickBooks Error 6147, 0? Then this blog post may help you to resolve this error. Generally, this is a common error code and appears when a user’s company file is damaged or not properly located where they have stored it on their computer device.
You may see the following error message:
Error code -6147,0 when attempting to open my company file or a backup file.
In this post, we have briefly described why this happens and what solutions a user requires to fix error codes.
Reasons Behind QuickBooks error 6147, 0
- It is caused when your QB data file gets corrupted.
- You are restoring the backup using the network drive.
- Backup file name that goes beyond the limitation of about 210 characters.
- There is a damaged Windows user.
- Damaged QBW files.
Fixing QuickBooks Error Code 6147, 0
A user needs to check whether the new release of QuickBooks software is up-to-date or not. Another method is to install and then run the QuickBooks File Doctor tool to diagnose the company file errors or any network problems.Solution 1: Save your copy of a backup file into a local computer
- Open your QB file main File menu and then select Utilities. Check if you see to host with a multi-user mode to access option, then choose the Yes option and click on Yes. It will prompt for a company file that is closed. Click Yes again.
- Then restore and take another backup file from your local backup.
- Ensure that your company file path link is not more than 210 characters if the changes of a company file are located. Try to import it.
- Get to connect and send your file via the QB data service team.
Solution 2: Trend Micro Antivirus security for your system/laptop
- First, go to the Antivirus settings.
- Then select to ignore the track or can say the path option.
- Now ignore the main company file folder from it.
- Now press or hold the Ctrl shortcut key. Then simultaneously open your QuickBooks software. To know where your data file is located on a device.
- Now open your QuickBooks software without opening any company data file.
- Then hold the F2 key button. This will open the pop-up where a user can see your product details, including the location of the company file folder path.
- If found any error or it persists again and again, consult your Antivirus Service Provider or your Antivirus Support Team.
Read more :- Repair Damaged QuickBooks Company File
Solution 3: Run the rebuild utility tool
To fix this error you can run verify and rebuild data utility:- From the main file menu, click on utilities.
- Then click on rebuild the data.
- If you receive an instant backup to take company file data, then click the OK button.
- If your PC displays the message & your QuickBooks is not responding, now click the OK button.
Solution 4: Trend Micro Active Scan & keep the folder aside that holds the company file details
To find the company file location:- Double-click on QB software and then press the CTRL key on your keyboard.
- First open an application without opening a company file.
- Now choose the company file from a Window heading by selecting ‘No Company Open’.
- Also, make sure your company file is on the top.
Winding Up
Hopefully, the above troubleshooting methods will resolve your issue. If you are still facing this typical QuickBooks error code 6147, 0, then troubleshoot it by asking for expert guidance through calling the QuickBooks data services support phone number at +1 888-704-1357. Feel hassle-free in connecting to our professionals and get instant support available 24/7.Read more :- QuickBooks Error Code H202
