Financial records and transactions can be managed using QuickBooks Desktop software. Unfortunately, the error rate of this program is the same as any other accounting program. So, let's discuss a severe error in this accounting program, QuickBooks Error 6155. This blog discusses the causes and how to resolve them.
What is QuickBooks Error 6155?
An error in the 61XX series indicates that the company file is corrupted or that QB Desktop cannot open the file. When QuickBooks attempts to open the company file and encounters a problem due to the file being corrupted, damaged, or missing, it returns error 6155. The verify/rebuild data utility is typically followed by Error 6155.
The most apparent cause of this error is a corrupted or incomplete installation of the QuickBooks application. This is recognized while accessing the company file. However, several reasons can cause payroll error 6155 in QuickBooks. They are:
Unfinished setup of QuickBooks Desktop for Windows.
QuickBooks Desktop company file is damaged.
Unfortunately, QuickBooks's company file is not in the default QuickBooks folder.
QuickBooks Desktop is out of date.
The company file you're trying to access can only be viewed, not edited.
Methods to Resolve QuickBooks Error 6155
There are several methods to fix this error. First, perform the steps as instructed in the forms below and relaunch the QB application to ensure it's set.
Method 1: Update the QB Desktop Application
To resolve the issue, verify that your QBDT software is up-to-date. If not, then upgrade to the latest version of the application. Follow these steps to perform this:
Navigate to the QuickBooks application in your system
Go to the “Help” option and select “Update QuickBooks.”
From here, locate the “Update Now” tab and wait till the updates are successfully downloaded
Go to the “File” option and choose “Exit.”
Relaunch the QB application, and the “Update Now” window will appear
From there, select “Yes.”
Method 2: Rectify the Damaged Company File
A 6155 error message may appear if the company file cannot be opened due to damaged data. Use QuickBooks File Doctor to rectify the damaged file. The procedure is outlined in full below:
Locate a trusted website to download “QuickBooks File Doctor.”
Once downloaded, install it and open the QB File Doctor setup file
Proceed by clicking the “Repair Company File” tab and choosing “Next.”
Now, be patient until the tool completes repairing the company file.
Method 3: Modify the Attributes of the Company File and Save the Changes
Be sure the QB Company File you want to use is not in "Read-Only" mode first. A QuickBooks company file saved as Read-Only can be accessed but not edited. To resolve this issue, please update this company file attribute.
Locate the QB installation directory and open the company file from there
Go to “Properties” and remove the check from the “Read Only” tick box
Proceed ahead by selecting “Apply” and choosing “OK.”
Now, launch the QB company file from the desktop application.
Method 4: Run Clean Install Tool
To access or view your QuickBooks Company file without errors, you can use the QuickBooks clean install tool to repair a corrupted or incomplete application installation.
Open the “Run” box by choosing Win + R keys and pressing them simultaneously.
Once opened, input “apprize. cpl” in the box and select “OK.”
Now, navigate the QB option from the list and double-click on it
Next, choose “Uninstall.”
Follow the guide that instructs the steps and remove the QB desktop application.
Find a trusted website to download QB files and install the “QuickBooks Clean Install Tool.”
Now, follow the steps in the guide as instructed and install QuickBooks
Once successfully installed, launch the QuickBooks desktop application and ensure QuickBooks error 6155 is resolved.
Final Words
QuickBooks error 6155 appears when you try to open a company file in QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT). Some possible causes include a broken or incorrectly installed QB, extending the company file with an older version, or corrupted or damaged data within the company file. Once you follow the instructed steps in this blog, you can rectify the error.
Most 6000 series errors have straightforward solutions, although some users have reported difficulty implementing these solutions. If you continue receiving error message 6155 even after completing each of the steps above, then you can contact us at +1-800-615-2347.
Our experienced & trained QuickBooks support team will help you to eliminate the errors.
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