How to Fix QuickBooks Error Code 6130, 0 Related with Company File

by Sprink Davis Accounting and Bookkeeping

The QuickBooks 6130 Error occurs when attempting to open the company file, preventing access to it. This error can have a negative impact on the performance of your system. If not resolved correctly, it could result in the loss of important data in your QuickBooks company file. In this article, we’ll look at causes as well as troubleshooting methods to fix this error.

A brief review of QuickBooks Error 6130

QuickBooks has a multi-user mode, allowing hosting of the company file on a server for network access by multiple users. If a workstation on the network attempts to access the company file but it is either unavailable or corrupt on the server, it triggers QuickBooks Error Code 6130.

QuickBooks displays an error message stating that it is unable to contact the database server while attempting to access the company file.

What are the Causes of QuickBooks Error 6130?

QuickBooks error message 6130 can be caused by a corrupt company file that the user is attempting to access.

If the client's workstation is using an outdated version of QuickBooks Desktop while the company file was created with an upgraded version, it can also trigger this error.
Errors in network configuration can also result in the appearance of Error Code 6130 on the user's screen.
The Windows firewall can prevent QuickBooks Desktop from accessing the necessary network ports, leading to this error.
Outdated Windows features.
If the QuickBooks Database service, which is essential for running QB in Multi-User mode, is not running on the server, it can cause this error.
Damaged network data and transaction log files can also trigger such error.

Methods to Rectify the QuickBooks Error 6130

If you are encountering issues with QuickBooks error code 6130, there are several things you can do to try and resolve the issue. Here are some steps you can follow:

Method 1: Resolve Damaged Company File

To use QuickBooks File Doctor, first download and install QuickBooks Tool Hub and launch it using the desktop shortcut icon.
Then, go to the Company File Issues tab and select the Run QuickBooks File Doctor option.

In the File Doctor, browse your company file and select it.
After that, choose the Check your File option and click Continue.
QuickBooks File Doctor will then automatically repair the damaged network and company file.

Method 2: Rename ND (Network Data) and .TLG (Transaction Log) Files

· Open the Windows File Manager and navigate to the installation folder of QuickBooks.

· This folder is typically located at C:\Users\Public\Public Documents\Intuit\QuickBooks.

· Look for the files with the same name as your company file but with .ND and .TLG extensions.

· Right-click on each file and select Rename.

· Add the suffix .OLD to the end of each file name (e.g. CompanyFileOLD.TLG and CompanyFileOLD.ND).

· Save the new file names and open QuickBooks again to access your company file.

Method 3: Restart QuickBooks Database Service

· Open the Run window on your server computer by pressing Windows + R keys.

· Type services.msc in the Run window and press Enter.

· Look for QuickBooksDBXX service from the list of services. The XX represents the version of your QuickBooks Desktop software.

· Choose the service and click Start from the left side panel.

· Try to open the company file again.

Method 4: Perform a Windows System Restore

· Open the Start menu and search for 'Restore' in the search box.

· From the search results, double-click on System Restore.

· If prompted, enter the Admin password.

· Select a Restore point and follow the steps to restore the system.

Winding up!

If you have experience with Windows troubleshooting, you can easily fix error 6130 from QuickBooks by following the troubleshooting steps outlined in the article. However, if you are having trouble applying the solution and need expert assistance to fix such an error, you can contact our QuickBooks error support helpline i.e., 1-800-615-2347 for immediate support.

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