When trying to open a company file in QuickBooks Desktop, users may encounter an error notification related to QuickBooks errors 6106, 1069. This error is usually faced by users of QuickBooks Pro 2018 and later versions, however, the error was also seen in other QuickBooks versions as well. This error is related to a damaged company file and appears when users try to open or edit the file. In addition to the corruption of company files, this error is also caused by damaged network (ND) and transaction log (TLG) files, or by technical issues supporting QuickBooks.
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Although this error can be a harbinger of bigger problems, fixing it as soon as possible should be the main concern of the users. This article discusses the possible causes of this error and the various fixes for QuickBooks error 6106, 1069. So stay till the end.
Cause of QuickBooks Error 6106, 1069
Some of the most common factors that can lead to this company file error in QuickBooks include:
- Some network or multi-user mode issues.
- The company file is corrupted or damaged.
- The company file folder may exceed the file path limit.
- The QuickBooks Database Server Manager has become corrupted.
- QuickBooks has not been updated to the latest version.
How to Fix QuickBooks Error 6106, 1069
This section includes various solutions to fix QuickBooks error 6106, 1069 effectively. Try each of these solutions and check accordingly if the error is fixed.
Solution 1: Run the QuickBooks File Doctor tool
QuickBooks File Doctor is a boon to the QuickBooks program because it efficiently diagnoses and resolves a wide range of technical error codes emanating from the program. QuickBooks Tool Hub must be installed to access the File Doctor tool.
- Download and install QuickBooks Tool Hub (from Intuit’s official site).
- Launch it and switch to the Company File Issues tab.
- Now click on the option to Run the QuickBooks File Doctor Tool.
- Press Browse and select the same company file that causes QuickBooks error 6106, 1069 when opened.
- Tap Verify your file, and then click Continue.
- Provide all required credentials including the administrator password.
- Finally, tap on the Next tab.
Solution 2: Update QuickBooks
This error may be due to the unavailability of the latest features provided by Intuit. This can be ensured by updating QuickBooks Desktop, the process of which is given below:
- The first step is to run QuickBooks and then click on the Help tab.
- Shortly thereafter, navigate to the option labeled Update QuickBooks Desktop.
- Tap on Update Now and also check the Reset Update tab.
- Finally, click on Get Updates.
- Once the updates are downloaded, restart QuickBooks and allow the updates to install automatically.
Solution 3: Rename the .ND and .TLG files
Bad network and transaction log files can also promote this error. Renaming these files can effectively resolve 6106, 1069 errors.
- Right-click the QuickBooks desktop icon and click Open File Location.
- Once you’re in the QuickBooks folder, locate the file with the .ND and .TLG extensions.
- After locating the files, right-click on them and click on Rename.
- Include “.old” at the end of the file name.
Solution 4: Restore Company File Backup
If users still encounter notifications related to QuickBooks error 6106, 1069, they should restore the backup of the company file that caused the error. Steps for the same are:
- Run QuickBooks as administrator.
- Now click on the File tab and tap on the Open or Restore Enterprise option.
- Click on the option to restore the company backup.
- Also, click on Browse and select Backup.
- Restore the file, then this time relaunches QuickBooks to access the restored company file.
Solution 5: Move the Company File to The Desktop
Moving the company file to the desktop may help resolve error 6106, 1069. follow these steps:
- Navigate to the QuickBooks folder and right-click Company File to select Copy.
- Now go to the desktop, and right-click to choose New > Folder.
- Open the folder and right-click on it to select the Paste option.
- Now launch QuickBooks and open the company file from this new folder.
Solution 6: Disable Multi-User Hosting
The final solution that can help fix this error is to disable the multi-user mode in QuickBooks.
- To do this, click on the File tab.
- Select the Utility option.
- Click Stop Hosting Multi-User Access.
- Press Yes to confirm.
Conclusion
These were the various strategies to fix QuickBooks error 6106, 1069. If the error is still troubling you and leading to a permanent shutdown, call our QuickBooks Error Support experts at the helpline +1 800-213-6058