Learn How to fix error -6000 when opening a company file
                     Here’s How to Fix error 
-6000 When Opening a 
Company File
Users frequently run into the QuickBooks Error 6000 error when accessing, opening, 
restoring, or restoring files. It indicates issues with the corporate file's integrity, permissions, 
or location. If the company file is kept on a remote drive, improper folder permissions or a 
corrupted QuickBooks installation might all result in this kind of issue. Issues with the '.ND' 
(Network Data) file or the '.TLG' (Transaction Log) file can also contribute to this issue. It's 
crucial to fix error -6000 when opening a company file to regain access to your 
QuickBooks data.
In order to assist you in resolving QuickBooks Error 6000 and resume effectively managing 
your financial data, this blog post will offer several options.
If you require any extra assistance with the company file, please contact our technical 
support team at a toll-free number, 1.855.856.0042, and they will help you resolve this 
error -6000.

What Causes of Company File Issues in QB?
Various factors could contribute to the occurrence of QuickBooks Error Code 6000, 
including QuickBooks error code 6000 80. Some of these reasons include:
• If you use the Outdated QuickBooks Version.
• When there is an issue with the location of the company file.
• If the issue involves both the company file and the QuickBooks application.
Steps to Resolve Company File Issues in QB
Here are some solutions used to troubleshoot QuickBooks Error -6000.
Step 1: Perform QuickBooks Update
• Once QuickBooks is open, select the Help option.
• Choose Update QuickBooks from the drop-down menu.
• Click on Update Now and allow the update process to finish.
• After the update completes, restart QuickBooks.
• Attempt to open your company file again.
Step 2: Save a copy of the QuickBooks file on the desktop
Copying the file to the desktop and opening it helps test if there's an issue with the company 
file's location. If the file opens and saves correctly on the desktop, it indicates potential 
damage or exceeding the file system's path limitation due to its location being too deep.
If the file doesn't open after relocating it, it indicates corruption. Follow these steps:
• Navigate to the folder containing your company file.
• Locate the file with the extension. QBW.
• Right-click on the file and choose Copy.
• Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select Paste to copy the file to your desktop.
• Hold down the Ctrl key while opening QuickBooks to prevent any company file from 
opening.
• Click on Open or Restore an existing company in the QuickBooks No Company Open 
window.
Step 3: Accessing a sample company file
Try opening a sample company file to test if the issue involves the company file and the 
QuickBooks application. If the sample company file doesn't open and shows an error, it 
suggests that the QuickBooks installation is damaged and needs repair.
To repair QuickBooks installation and address this issue, consider the following steps:
• Click the Open a sample file icon in the No Company Open window, then select any 
sample company file from the list.
• If the test file opens appropriately, and the issue notice persists, consider fixing the 
QuickBooks installation files.
We hope this blog helps you understand how to fix error -6000 when opening a company 
file. If you encounter any further issues with this error, please contact QuickBooks Desktop 
support at 1.855.856.0042. Our certified ProAdvisors are ready to address your concerns and 
offer prompt solutions.