How to troubleshoot QuickBooks Error Code 6000 80?

The QuickBooks Error 6000 80 can normally be seen when the user is working with the company file. You may also encounter the QuickBooks Error Code 6000 80 during your program installation when related software is already running in the background. 

How to know if you are for sure dealing with the QuickBooks Error 6000, 80? Read the following points to double-check:

1. You are unable to access your company file.

2. The error code is clearly displayed on your screen.

3. Your QuickBooks becoming unresponsive is also a symptom of the error 6000, 80.

4. You can also know for sure if you are unable to work as your system begins to lag a lot.

5. If your QuickBooks crashes a lot, it may also be a sign of the QuickBooks Error 6000, 80.

Let us look at the possible reasons that could trigger the QuickBooks Error 6000, 80:

1. There is some sort of damage in your company file.

2. Your QuickBooks Software is unable to communicate with the server.

3. A .qwb file is damaged. This could easily trigger the error 6000, 80.

4. You may also see the error while you are trying to convert a normal file to a company file. That too, over a network and not your local hard drive.

5. Multiple systems are configured as a host for the specific QuickBooks data file.

6. The QuickBooks Error 6000, 80 can also trigger due to the file size being larger for the corresponding ‘.TLG’ file. 

Now, let us look at some easy solutions that may help you take down the QuickBooks Error 6000, 80:

Part 1: Using QuickBooks in Multi-User Mode

If you are using the QuickBooks Software in the multi-user mode, check out the solutions given below. 

Solution 1: Copy the backup or company file

Step 1: First things first, you should copy the company or backup file that is supposed to be updated to a local drive (like the C drive for example)

Step 2: Now, either restore the QuickBooks company file or update it

Step 3: Lastly, copy the original location of the restored or updated file

Solution 2: Download and Run the QuickBooks ‘File Doctor’ Tool

Step 1: Firstly, download the QuickBooks ‘File Doctor’ Tool from the main Intuit site

Step 2: Launch this file that you just downloaded

Step 3: If the damage has been found but the tool is not able to fix it, go with either of these two options:

3.1: Restore the company file that was backed up recently

3.2: Use the ‘Auto Data Recovery’ Tool to go ahead and restore the data

Step 4: If the above steps fail to bring about a change in the QuickBooks Error 6000, 80’s status, you can also give us a call regarding assistance. We will provide you with professional technical help.

Solution 3: Using the QuickBooks ‘Connection Diagnostic Tool’

Follow the steps given below to give this method a try:

Step 1: Launch the ‘QuickBooks Connection Diagnostic Tool’ download page

Step 2: Download the ‘QuickBooks Connection Diagnostic Tool’. 

Step 3: Finish installing the tool

Step 4: Launch the tool once it is done installing on your system

Step 5: If the tool window shows a green tick beside all the statuses, then that means that the connection is fine

Step 6: Access the file to see if the QuickBooks Error 6000, 80 still persists

Part 2: Using QuickBooks in Single User Mode

If you are using QuickBooks in a single-user mode, the solutions given below might be of great help to you. Read and follow the steps carefully.

Solution 1: Use the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool and look for any data damages

Remember that this tool simply detects damage. It does not fix it. Follow the steps given below to use this method:

Step 1: The first step is to download the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool in the admin mode

Step 2: Launch the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic tool

Step 3: Now, you can choose to either recover the QuickBooks data using the ‘Auto Data recovery’ option or restore the most recent backup

Step 4: If you notice that your company file is severely damaged, call us up and we’ll help you fix your data. You can also choose a variety of QuickBooks tools to help.

Step 5: If you see a message on your screen that says ‘No problem detected in the QuickBooks company file’ but the error 6000, 80 still persists, give us a call and one of our best professionals will help you out.

Solution 2: Copy to your local hard drive

Step 1: Either copy your file to your system’s local drive like the C drive for example

Step 2: Copy the file as a ‘.qbb file’ or ‘.qbw file’

Step 3: Either restore a backup of the file or update the QuickBooks company file to make things work

Step 4: Copy the same to the original location of your restored or updated file

Keep in mind that these methods can be tricky and confusing at times. If you face any difficulties whatsoever, feel free to give us a call and we will help you with our professional knowledge of years and years of practice. Make things easier for yourself and consult our professionals with any error or any problem you may encounter.