Many times, while working on the QuickBooks software, the user might end up in certain errors. In this post, we are going to talk about the QuickBooks error 6147, 0. This error message comes up on the screen stating “This is not a QuickBooks data file or there is a problem with the data file” or “Error code -6147, 0 when attempting to open my company file or a backup file.“
If you are also facing any such error, then you can read this post ahead, or you can also contact our QuickBooks error support team via our toll-free number i.e. 1-800-761-1787. Our QuickBooks professionals will be there to assist you in a single call.
What causes the QuickBooks error 6147?
The user could end up in the QuickBooks error code 6147, due to the below mentioned factors:
- The user could face the issue while restoring the backup file from an external drive.
- Or .ND or TLG extension might be damaged or corrupted.
- Damaged .QBW file.
- And incorrect folder permission to the folder in which you have QuickBooks company file.
- QuickBooks company file is opened by a mapped drive that might have got deleted or the path no longer exists.
Best Steps to Handle QuickBooks Error 6147 like a pro
Create backup file at a different location to fix the error
The user can back up the company file at a different location and resolve the QuickBooks error 6147. The steps involved in here are as follows:
- The user needs to ensure that the hosting of the system is not done.
- Click on the file menu and then select utilities.
- In case the inclusion of stop hosting multi-user option is there in the list you should go with the following.
- Stop the hosting multi-user access.
- Click on yes on the window shown and then wait for the next window to have appeared.
- And then, click on yes option with company file closed.
- Also, restore with the backup file present on the system.
Conclusive Lines!
We have tried to sum up the most important steps in fixing QuickBooks error code 6147, 0. However, if you are still facing the same issue, then you can contact our QuickBooks support team at 1-800-761-1787. Our professionals will assist you in getting rid of the error permanently.