QuickBooks error 6150 belongs to the 1006, 6000 error series. This error is usually related to the company file. This error occurs when creating, opening, or using company files, and another situation where you may encounter such an error is when trying to open a backup file by changing the extension. There are many different types of factors in QuickBooks that can cause such an error. When you are struggling with this error, you may see a pop-up on your screen saying, “An error occurred while QuickBooks was trying to create, open, or use the company file. Please try again… Error code: (-6150 -1006)”. In this article, we will learn about the main causes, symptoms, and how to fix them for QuickBooks error 6150, 1006.
What are the Causes of QuickBooks Error 6150 1006
Here are a few reasons for QuickBooks error 6150:
- When attempting to save a QuickBooks Mac file while working in QuickBooks for Windows, encountering this issue is quite common.
- This problem may also arise if there’s an incorrect file extension associated with QuickBooks.
- A damaged QBW or company file is another reason this error can occur, which may require you to create a portable backup file to resolve it.
- You might run into this issue if you try to access a portable file without launching the QuickBooks application.
- Additionally, accidentally deleting essential QuickBooks-related files can lead to the same problem.
- Trying to open a portable file (.qbm) without first opening the QuickBooks software can also result in this error.
- If your QuickBooks software hasn’t been installed properly on your system, that could also cause this issue.
- Corrupted Windows registry entries can contribute to this error as well.
- Finally, a virus or malware infection may trigger this QuickBooks error during operation.
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Symptoms of QuickBooks Error 6150,1006
- If the error message is linked to the company file extension, then the user needs to change the file extension and save the company with a proper extension.
- If the company file is not opening on another device.
- Your QuickBooks Desktop is not up to date.
- The error code displays on your system screen.
- The error freezes the system for a few minutes.
- The keyboard input is not responding.
How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Error 6150 and 1006
Thus, if you need to fix QuickBooks error 6150 and 1006 messages can help you when creating, opening, or using company files. The errors -6150 and -1006 indicate some issues with your company file that need to be fixed.
Solution 1: Restoring the Company File from a Backup
Use your company file’s (QBB) most recent backup to restore your work if you have one. You will lose the work you did between your previous backup and now if you don’t follow the instructions to restore from the backup company file.
- Open the File menu in QuickBooks.
- Go to the Open or Restore Company, then enter the key code [K016].
- Please make sure you enter this secret key, as this will help you fix your backup issues and will also maintain a secure copy of the file.
- Click on the backup file (.qbb file).
- Press the Open option and then click on Next.
- Go to the Save-in drop-down dialog box and browse to a location where you would like to restore this file.
- Create a new file name by typing the name in the Filename.
- As soon as you open the Save as type field, you will be able to see all the QuickBooks Files with the extension immediately (*.QBW).
- Save the file by clicking on Save.
Solution 2: Look for CryptoWall
This error, inability to open QuickBooks, can sometimes be brought on by the CryptoWall virus and other malicious malware. Check the following quickly to help you decide what to do next.
- You have to open the Windows Start menu
- Then you have to open File Explorer by typing “File Explorer” into the search box.
- Find your QuickBooks folder and open it. Usually, it’s on your C: drive.
- Search for files ending in .txt or .html that include the words “decrypt” or “instructions” in them.
Your PC is in good shape if you don’t find any files that match this description. Go to Step 2 now.
Solution 3: Recover Lost Data with QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery
- Create a new folder on your Desktop named QBTest.
- Access the folder where your company file is stored (check Product Information for location).
- Locate the .tlg file with the same name as your company file.
- Show file extensions if needed.
- Copy the corresponding .tlg file and paste it into the QBTest folder.
- Open the QuickBooksAutoDataRecovery folder (same location as your company file).
- Copy the .QBW.adr file and paste it into the QBTest folder. You should now have both .QBW.adr and .tlg files in the QBTest folder.
- In the QBTest folder, right-click the .QBW.adr file, select Rename, and remove .adr at the end.
- Open QuickBooks, then open the company file in your QBTest folder, and use the account register to verify all transactions.
- Go to File, then Utilities, and select Verify Data to check the data integrity of the recovered file.
- If the recovered company file is correct, move the damaged file to a different location and transfer the copy from QBTest to the original location.
Limitations of QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery
QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery has specific limitations:
- It does not work with QuickBooks Pro, Premier, or Enterprise editions.
- It is not supported in the Accountant version of QuickBooks.
- The company file must be 1.5 GB or smaller. Larger files are not eligible for recovery.
- QuickBooks Desktop must be updated to the latest version for the tool to function.
Solution 4: Update QuickBooks Desktop to the latest updates
Please install the latest updates for your version of QuickBooks.
- Log in to QuickBooks as a user with administrative privileges.
- Go to File and click on Close Company.
- Click on Exit from the file menu.
- Select Run as Administrator.
- Once QuickBooks opens, select Update QuickBooks from the Help menu
- Mark all Options for Updates.
- Click on Update Now.
- Select Reset Update, and click on Get Updates.
- Once the update is downloaded, select Install Updates.
Solution 5: Creating a New Company File
- Open QuickBooks, then click the NO Company tab.
- Select Create a new company.
- Express Start
- Open the Express Start
- Enter the details in the QuickBooks Setup
- Select the Create Company
- Create a list of your customers, services, and Charts of Accounts/ Select Start Working
- Detailed Start
- Open the Detailed Start Window
- Enter the details in the Easy Step Interviewer
- Press the Next option on the window.
- Choose your industry and click on Next
- Identify your class of Industry entities and click on Next
- Set the first month for your Fiscal year and click on Next
- Set up a password for your QuickBooks Administrator account.
- Click on Next.
- Select the location to save your QuickBooks Company file and click on the Save
- Customize your QuickBooks software by clicking on Next.
- You can also postpone it by opting for the Leave option.
Solution 6: Repair Company File Using QuickBooks File Doctor
If data issues continue, you can utilize the QuickBooks File Doctor to resolve problems in the company file.
- Close your QuickBooks Desktop.
- Save it on your computer.
- Open the downloaded QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to install the tool and agree to the terms and conditions.
- Once the installation is complete, double-click the icon on your Windows desktop to open the tool hub.
- Select “Run QuickBooks File Doctor.”
- In QuickBooks File Doctor, choose your company file from the drop-down menu. If you can’t locate your file, click “Browse” to search for it.
- Click “Check your file,” and then “Continue.”
- Enter your QuickBooks admin password and click “Next.”
Run Quick Fix My Program
- In the QuickBooks Tool Hub, select “Program Problems.”
- Choose “Quick Fix My Program.”
- Start QuickBooks Desktop and open your data file.
Run the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool
- In the QuickBooks Tool Hub, select “Installation Issues.”
- Choose “QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool” and let it run (this may take up to 20 minutes).
- After the tool completes its work, restart your computer and open QuickBooks Desktop to access your data file.
- Ensure you have the latest QuickBooks release for the most recent fixes and security updates.
Conclusion
If you are not able to fix QuickBooks error 6150 and 1006 by any means, then your last resort would be to get QuickBooks help. Our QuickBooks error support helpline is available around the clock to resolve issues faced by users such as you.
