Fix Issue Qbcfmonitorservice Not Running

QBCFMonitorService not running error when a user tries to set up multi-user mode in QuickBooks Database Server Manager. This error happens when you try to access any company data file or open QuickBooks on your computer. The error “Qbcfmonitorservice not starting” is related to the service of handling the QuickBooks company file. So when this file is not working while running the QuickBooks program then it shows you the error message on your screen. Now, you are aware of why this error happens and what it means. Let’s go to the further article to know more about it like other reasons and solutions.

What are the causes behind the Qbcfmonitorservice Not Running on This Computer?

Here are the reasons that you have to identify which one belongs to you so that you can find the solution to fix it and get back to your work.

The reasons are as follows:-

• The firewall is blocking the actions of QuickBooks or the whole QuickBooks program
• The QuickBooks is not properly or systematically
• The file named Qbcfmonitorservice.exe is corrupted by a virus or malware attack
• Windows Registry is damaged or has some issues
• There is no internet access or is blocked to QuickBooks from Firewall
• Other programs mistakenly deleted the file Qbcfmonitorservice which is important for QuickBooks to run
• The file is already in use or conflicting.

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Solutions to resolve the Qbcfmonitorservice not running on this computer

Various solutions can be done to fix the problem. But for that, you must know about the root cause so that you can go with the solution to get it done in one go.
The solutions are noted below with detailed steps:-

Step 1: Start the Qbcfmonitorservice file manually

You have to restart the Qbcfmonitorservice file as the error happens when the file is not working or stopped working. So try to start it again manually.

• On your Windows Desktop
• Open the Properties of service for Qbcfmonitorservice 
• You have to set the start-up type to Automatic
• It is a local account for the login user account and it is not a QuickBooks user
• You are required to restart the service by setting the recovery options
• Now, you are done with this so try to open your QuickBooks Program again to check for errors.

Step 2: Update and set up the Firewall

In this, you have to first update the firewall application to the newest version. After that, you have to set up a proper firewall for the QuickBooks program. So do the setup accordingly so that won’t interrupt your working in QuickBooks.

• First of all, open the Run window on your desktop
• In the opened Run window, type Control firewall.cpl
• Then press the Enter button on the keyboard
• It opens up the Windows Firewall on your computer
• Go to the section named Update and Firewall settings
• In this, click on the Check for Updates button
• You have to check the update now
• Now, go with the settings that are recommended
• When you are done then do check for updates if any
• You have to wait for the process to be completed successfully
• After completion, reboot your computer and then you are done.

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Step 3: Perform the Full System Scan on your computer

In this, you are required to scan the whole computer with the help of the antivirus you are using. It tells you about the viruses in your computer.

• First of all, open the antivirus that you are using on your computer
• Now, in the Antivirus window go for the Full System scan
• Click on it to start the scan that identifies if there is any malware or virus in your computer
• It takes some time to scan according to the data or files you have on your computer
• When you are done with the scan; sometimes it automatically fixes the issues or sometimes you have to click to fix the issues
• After fixing the problems the scan identifies
• Restart your computer and then try to open the QuickBooks software.

Step 4: Implement the disk clean-up into your system

Doing disk clean-up is also the solution as sometimes there is less space because the file or program won’t run properly.

To perform the disk clean-up the steps are as follows:-

• In your Windows system
• Click on the Search box of the Start menu 
• In the search box, type disk clean-up
• From the results, you have to click on Disk Clean-up to open it up or after searching, press enter button to open it
• In the window of Disk Clean-up
• Select the disk drive that you want to clean up for some space
• After that, click on the OK button to proceed further
• Now you get the files shown on your screen
• Choose the type of file that you want to delete
• Also, mention the file type description
• When done, click on the button OK
• Now you are done with it.

Step 5: System file checker to repair Windows files

It helps you to scan your Windows and also restore or repair your files that are corrupted or damaged.

To run the System file checker follow the steps below:-

• Open the Run window
• Then type CMD and press the Enter button
• It opens up the CMD (Command Prompt) window on your screen
• In CMD, type DISM.exe/Online/Cleanup-image/Restorehealth/(Location of your repair source)
• Now, you are done
• Type sfc/scannow and press Enter button
• It takes some time to complete the process as it scans protected files and replaces the corrupted files
• Make sure to complete it and then close it.

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Step 6: Repair the QuickBooks Desktop software

The repair process helps you repair the files that are damaged and also recreates the files that are missing. In your system when you are not able to run the QuickBooks software.

Follow the steps to get done the repair process:-

• Open the Run window in your Windows system by pressing the Windows + R button
• Then type the Control Panel in it and press the Enter button to open it up
• In the window of the Control Panel 
• Click on the Programs and Features or Programs option
• Further, click on Programs and Features
• From the list of installed programs
• Select and right-click on QuickBooks software
• Click on the option Uninstall/Change
• In the uninstall Wizard, choose the button Repair
• It starts the repair process by showing you a few instructions that you have to follow
• After following all the steps you get to the end process that completes the repair
• When done, click on the Finish button
• Reboot your computer
• Start using QuickBooks to check for errors.

Step 7: Update your QuickBooks software and Windows operating system

You have to check and make sure that you have the latest version of QuickBooks. Also, check that the Windows is compatible with your QuickBooks version or update your Windows operating system.

For these updates, the steps are as follows:-

A. For updating QuickBooks

• Open QuickBooks software
• Then go to the Help menu option
• From further options, click on Update QuickBooks
• Now go to the Update tab and click on Check for updates
• If it shows you updates then hit on Get updates
• After downloading updates close the QuickBooks Program
• Restart the QuickBooks
• Then it asks you to install the latest update you downloaded
• Confirm by clicking on the Yes button
• It does update your software.

B. For updating the Windows operating system

• In your Windows system
• Go to the Start menu button
• Then click on the gear icon to open up the Settings
• In the Settings Window, click on the Update and Security option
• In this, select the Windows update from the left navigation panel
• Hit on the button Check for updates
• It takes some time to check and make sure your internet is working
• If updates is available then it shows you over there
• So click on Get updates to download it a
• Then do update it and wait for its completion
• If there are no updates then your Windows are up to date.

Step 7: Reinstall the QuickBooks software

• Go to the Downloads folder
• Then search for the installation file of QuickBooks with .exe extension
• Double-click on the .exe file of QuickBooks
• It opens up the Install Wizard
• Then follow the on-screen instructions to install QuickBooks again
• When done you have to click on the Finish button
• Now, go to Windows Desktop and locate the icon of QuickBooks
• Right-click on the QuickBooks icon and select the Run as Administrator option.