All you need to know about QuickBooks Error 6177, 0

Just like some other software, QuickBooks comes with many perks but at the same time, it contributes to showing some certain glitches and errors. QuickBooks error 6177 0 is one of the most apparent errors experienced by many users. It mainly occurs while trying to open the company file. Whenever you create a company file and attempt to open it, QuickBooks desktop locates the file in the company file folder and opens it for you. However, if you move a company file to a different folder or location, QuickBooks is unable to access it and pops up an error message stating “(Error 6177,0): QuickBooks has encountered a problem. We’re sorry for the inconvenience.”

What is QuickBooks Error 6177, 0?

QuickBooks company file error  6177, 0 indicates that your QuickBooks Desktop software cannot follow the path to access the company file. This error code is usually observed while users use QuickBooks in multi-user mode. Let’s jump to the further sections to know more.

What leads to QuickBooks Error 6177, 0?

You can’t fix QuickBooks Error 6177, 0 until you get familiar with all the primary factors that are responsible for the same. Below is a list of several causes that may trigger such an error. Let’s have a look:

1. In case the path of the file itself is corrupted. 

2. If you removed the QuickBooks-related file inadvertently. 

3. Using an outdated version of the QuickBooks desktop may also end you up with this error code. 

4. The company file that you’re trying to access may be damaged or corrupted due to various reasons. 

5. A virus attack may infect essential QuickBooks files and provoke QuickBooks Error 6177, 0. 

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Updated methods to easily overcome QuickBooks Error 6177, 0

Before you proceed ahead, make sure that you already have the full version of QuickBooks on the server. So, if you’re ready then carry out the troubleshooting steps according to the causes you have: 

Method 1: Transfer your company file from its original location

1. The first step is to open the Windows Start menu on either your server system or workstation.

2. Now, type File Explorer into the search bar and then open the same.

3. You need to browse and open the QuickBooks folder. You can also press F2 to pop up the Product Information window.

4. Locate the company file which ends with QBW or the .qbw extension.

5. Once you are done with that note down the driver’s name and location and you are required to put the file back here later on. 

6. Lastly, you need to move the company file from this folder to the C: drive and then move the particular file avoiding the entire folder. 

Method 2: Manually try to fix the file path 

This step is divided into two steps for a better understanding. Let’s read out and implement in the same order as given.

Step 1: Locate the Network .ND File 

1. To start off, open File Explorer and look for the QuickBooks folder. 

2. Now, go to the company file and locate the file having .nd extension at the end. (For instance: MyCompanyFileName.qbw.nd)

3. Hit a right-click on the .ND file and press the Delete button.

Step 2: Configure the QuickBooks database server manager 

1. If you still haven’t downloaded and installed the QuickBooks database server manager then make sure to do it now. 

2. Now, open the Windows start menu and type Database into the search bar then open QuickBooks database server manager. 

3. Now, select the QuickBooks folder having the company file. 

4. After that, select the Start Scan option. 

5. Once the scan process is completed, choose the Close option. 

6. The final step is to give the folder permission to share the company files. 

To Sum-up!

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