QuickBooks Error 6073, -816

About QuickBooks Error 6073, -816

Error Name:	Error 6073, -816	Developer:	Intuit Inc.
Error Description:	This error is usually caused by any of the following: The file is open on another computer in Single User mode. The file is located in a read-only network folder.	Software:	QuickBooks
Cause:	The company file is stored in a read-only folder, Company file is stored on an external device.	Applies to:	Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8
Symptoms:	QuickBooks Desktop won’t respond or work, Windows operating system got frozen.	Possible Solution:	Company File is stored on an External Device, and QuickBooks is being accessed Remotely.

QuickBooks, one of the best accounting software available in the market, is prone to errors and bugs. One of the most notorious errors of QB is QuickBooks Error -6073, -816. This error is difficult to troubleshoot and fix. For these reasons, we recommend that you get in touch with a certified QB professional who can guide you through this error. Further, these errors are related directly to the company file and can lead to loss of data.

When do QuickBooks Error -6073, -816 occur?

Below are some reasons why QuickBooks error -6073, 816 can occur:

• The aforementioned errors can occur due to the following reasons:
• The company file is stored in a read-only folder
• QuickBooks is being accessed remotely from a server or through remote connectivity software
• The company file is stored on an external device
• Files are hosted on the cloud

QuickBooks Pro Plus 2016 error: can’t find company file

Troubleshooting of QuickBooks Error -6073, -816

Here are the fixes you should try to fix Quickbooks error -6073 -816. have a look:

• The company file is stored in a read-only folder
• QuickBooks is being accessed Remotely
• Company File is stored on an External Device
• QuickBooks is hosted on the Cloud

There are certain methods to resolve this Quickbooks Error, The methods are mentioned below. Please consider using each solution until you get resolved the problem:

1. Method One: The company file is stored in a read-only folder

QB cannot render and parse the data inside the company file when it is stored in a read-only folder.

You can easily fix this problem by following the steps given below:

• Log into your computer
• Select the parent folder of the company file.
• Right Click on the folder
• Select Properties
• Remove the check mark against Read-Only.
• Click on Apply and hit Ok.
• Now, QB will be able to parse and read the data. If this doesn’t help then proceed with the following solutions.

2. Method Two: QuickBooks is being accessed Remotely

In this case, the error is caused due to the conflicting status of different QB processes.

You can resolve the error by following the steps given below:

• Open the task manager by pressing Ctrl+ Alt+ Del
• Select the Processes tab
• Right Click on any QuickBooks Process
• Click on End Process Tree
• Run QuickBooks again

3. Method Three: The Company File is stored on an External Device

You need to get full access to the data inside the external device. For this, you can either contact your administrator or get in touch with a certified QuickBooks professional.

Another reason for the occurrence of this error can be the user mode. In case the user modes aren’t synced properly across your organization, QB will throw QuickBooks error -6073, -816. You can use the communication tool for gaining back access to the whole software. After this, switch mode to a single user and try accessing the data.

4. Method Four: QuickBooks is hosted on the Cloud

Contact your cloud hosting provider and provide them with the details of this error.

Need Professional Help?

Make sure to back up all your data, if it is stored on a local drive. In case you cannot reach Intuit, you can get in touch with our in-house certified QB experts. To know more, feel free to contact us, CALL NOW.

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