Technical Ways to Fix Data Damage in QuickBooks

Everything depends on the data, whether it is accounting operations or finance. But what if the data itself gets corrupted or damaged? In this scenario, you must fix the data damage in QuickBooks. For this purpose, we have compiled this detailed blog. In this post, we have included several segments to tell you the causes behind data damage and some solutions to fix it. For instance, the factors leading to it are a virus attack, a bigger company file size, an improper way to shut down the system, and many others. 

Consequently, it becomes very difficult to execute crucial operations without accurate data. Take a deep dive into the page and explore the solutions recommended by experts. 

If you don’t want to risk your data by fixing it alone, and prefer to consult a professional, give a ring to 1.855.738.2784, and our experts will instantly get in touch with you.

Know What Causes Data Damage in QB

We have highlighted some common reasons that can cause damage to your data.

1. The first cause behind data damage can be a sudden power cut.
2. It might be due to bad sectors in the hard drive.
3. When the hard drive gets infected by a virus.
4. You lack some crucial resources, such as RAM, Virtual Memory, network interface cards, network cables, routers, etc.
5. You may not shut down your system properly.
6. If the company file name exceeds the size limit. 

Fix Data Damage in QuickBooks Using 3 Easy Solutions

Consider the following solutions, and let’s try to fix the QB damage data. Experts have already tried and proved to be effective.

Method 1: Use the Rebuild Data Tool

1. Head to the File menu.
2. Choose Utilities.
3. Tap on the Rebuild Data option.
4. Click on the QuickBooks Information window.
5. Choose OK.
6. Follow the on-screen methods to save the backup.
7. Let the tool work on repairing.
8. Choose OK when it is done.
9. Move again to the File menu.
10. Click on Utilities.
11. Tap Verify Data.
12. Let it work and check if there is damaged data.
13. Tap OK and resume using your company file.  
14. If the data is still damaged, choose Rebuild Now to fix it.

Method 2: Run QB File Doctor

1. Open the Tool Hub.
2. Choose Company File Issues.
3. Tap on the Run QuickBooks File Doctor and wait for some time to open it. 
4. Head to the company file dropdown.
5. Choose your company file.
6. Click on the Check your file (middle option only).
7. Choose Continue.
8. Enter QB admin credentials.
9. Tap Next.

Method 3: Manually rebuild your data

1. Head to the File menu.
2. Choose Utilities.
3. Tap on Verify Data.
4. Let the tool work and check if the data issues are there.
5. Now, from the results, choose Expand All.
6. Click on See Online Article.

If none of these work, you can use the QuickBooks Clean Install Tool to resolve the data damage.

In a Nutshell

To sum it up, we have considered that there are a number of reasons that can cause data damage in QuickBooks. Moreover, you have been given a few methods that can help you fix data damage. If you still don’t want to do it on your own, dial 1.855.738.2784 and talk to an expert now.

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