While opening the company file from the No Company Open windows, you may end up with an annoying technical error known as the QuickBooks company file not found. Whenever it occurs, an error message pops up on your screen that reads:
“QuickBooks can’t find your company file.”
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“The company file you selected could not be found.”
For this issue to occur, there are several reasons that we have mentioned in this blog, along with their resolution methods.
The company file is missing or cannot be found in QuickBooks? Dial our QuickBooks customer helpline number 855-948-3651 to get immediate assistance.
What Are The Possible Causes Of QuickBooks Won't Open Company File Error?
QuickBooks won't be able to find your company file if you have moved the file to a new location recently. Apart from that, there are several other reasons as well, that we have listed below:
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You might have accidentally deleted a QuickBooks company file stored locally or on the server.
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Due to unstable network connectivity, you are unable to find the QB company file in multi-user mode.
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You are opening the company file by selecting the wrong option.
How To Resolve QuickBooks Is Unable To Open This Company File Error?
Whenever you end up with a QuickBooks company file not found error, you won’t be able to access your crucial accounting data, and thus the work will be hampered. Moreover, to resolve this issue, you may follow the troubleshooting methods mentioned below:
Solution 1: Make Sure To Have A Stable Network Connectivity
You must ping the server to make sure you have stable network connectivity. If you get a prompt reply for each packet, it signifies stable connectivity. However, if you come across a Packet loss or slow reply, you must first resolve the connectivity issue to follow the troubleshooting procedure.
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Simultaneously press Windows + R keys on your keyboard.
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In the Run box, type CMD and press the Enter key.
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After that, type ipconfig/all and click on OK.
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Now, note down the Host Name.
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Lastly, type Ping (Server Name) and press the Enter key.
Solution 2: Search for All QuickBooks Company File
Below we have listed all the extensions that you may type in to go to the server computer and then search for all the company files. Always place an Asterisk (*) before the extensions to search files correctly.
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*.QBW – For QuickBooks company file
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*.QBA – For Accountants, copy the file
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*.QBB – For backup file
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*.QBY- For Accountants, change the file
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*.QBX- For Accountants, transfer file
At last, you must note down the location of your company file.
Solution 3: Open a Specific File Using the Right Option
By following the below-mentioned steps, you can open any required file:
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Backup File- File> Open or Restore Company> Restore A Backup File
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Company File- File> Open or Restore Company> Open A Company File
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Accountants Transfer File- File> Open or Restore a Company> Convert an Accountant’s Copy Transfer File.
Need Professional Assistance!
We hope the troubleshooting methods mentioned in this blog would have helped you troubleshoot the QuickBooks company file not found error. However, if you have performed all the above steps and the issue continues, then we suggest you give us a call on our Toll-Free Number 855-948-3651. You will be assisted with the handiest solutions from certified professionals until your QB company file issue isn’t fixed.
