Eliminate the QuickBooks Error 6073 with User-Friendly Steps

When another workstation tries to open a company file in single-user mode, QuickBooks error 6073 can occur. There can be a few possible reasons why the error code occurs, and incorrectly configured hosting settings are the prevalent ones. The error prevents the user from accessing the company file and needs to be addressed immediately. If you are encountering the error 6073 opening company file, read this article till the end to learn the steps to resolve the error effectively.

If you are unable to understand the steps or are having difficulty resolving the error, you can call us at 1-855-856-0042 and get assistance from our team of experts.

QuickBooks Company File Error 6073: Possible Causes

The QuickBooks error message 6073 can arise due to the following reasons –

• You are trying to access the file on another computer while in single-user mode.
• You do not have sufficient access permission to the network folder containing the company file.
• The company file folder is being accessed by using multiple user logins.
• You are using a remote access tool like Team Viewer to access the company file.
• There is damage to the company file or some network connection issues.

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Addressing the Error 6073 Opening Company File Using Easy Steps

The QuickBooks error code 6073 can be easily resolved with the help of the following steps –

Step 1 – Rectify the Company File Issues by Utilizing the QuickBooks Tool Utility

Firstly, you need to download the QuickBooks Tool Hub and then run the QuickBooks File Doctor tool to resolve the error code 6073 in QuickBooks.

1. Open the QuickBooks Tool Hub and go to the Company File Issues tab to select the QuickBooks File Doctor
2. Browse your company file and select the Check both file damage and network connectivity option to run the repair.
3. Click the Diagnose File option and initiate the diagnosis to repair the file and network problems.

Step 2 – Enable the QB Multi-User Hosting Mode on Your Server PC

You can access the company file from multiple computers on the same network by enabling the multi-user mode. To switch to this mode in QuickBooks, follow the steps provided below –

1. Open QuickBooks on your server computer and go to the QuickBooks File menu to open the company file.
2. Click on the Switch to Multi-User Mode option and enable QuickBooks multiple hosting.
3. Check if you are able to access the company file and the status of the error code.

Step 3 – Access your QB Company File in Multi-User Setup

Once you have enabled the multi-user mode, you need to access your company file on the server.

1. On your host computer, open QuickBooks and access the company file from the File
2. Close the file and open it again from the Open or Restore Company
3. Select Open a Company File and then click on the Open file in multi-user mode
4. Lastly, check if you can open the company file and if the QuickBooks company file error 6073 is fixed.

Conclusion

The QuickBooks error 6073 can be easily eliminated with the help of a few simple steps. Perform the steps provided above and if the error persists, you can take professional assistance from our technical team by dialing 1-855-856-0042.

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