How to Deal with QuickBooks Error 6155?

Regular users of QuickBooks desktop accounting software encounter various types of technically difficult errors. Although the causes of these error codes vary, all of these technical issues tend to impede accounting operations in QuickBooks indefinitely. Additionally, these irregular errors can cause irreparable damage to important QuickBooks files, including company files. In this short article, we will discuss various techniques to fix QuickBooks error 6155. Error 6155 is a company file error in QuickBooks that can occur for a variety of reasons. One possible cause of this error is file corruption related to QuickBooks installation. This error can occur any time a user is using his QuickBooks software, but it usually occurs when a user tries to open a company file through his QuickBooks. This leaves the user stuck with not being able to access company files or use other QuickBooks features. In the meantime, if you would like QuickBooks ProAdvisor to assist you with troubleshooting, please call +1-800-360-4183.

What causes QuickBooks Error 6155?

·         The company may be read-only.

·         The company file that the user is trying to access may be corrupted for some reason.

·         These causes may include virus infection, sudden system shutdown, and other reasons.

·         The version of QuickBooks Desktop he is using may not have been updated to the latest version.

·         Some important files in the QuickBooks directory may have been accidentally deleted by a user.

·         There are few causes for this error, so it is easier to fix it using some troubleshooting techniques.

Effective Solutions to fix QuickBooks error 6155

To resolve the issue, you should follow the simple solutions in this section.

Solution 1: QuickBooks Desktop must be updated

·         The first step is to launch QuickBooks Desktop.

·         Go to the Help tab.

·         On the Help tab, users must go to the Update QuickBooks option.

·         Now tap Update Now and exit the accounting software once all updates have been successfully downloaded.

·         To install the update, users must restart the QuickBooks software.

·         A new window will appear asking you to start the update process.

·         Please select "Yes" to agree.

Solution 2: Repair Corrupt In-house Files with QuickBooks File Doctor

·         First, the user must download his QuickBooks File Doctor from his Intuit official website.

·         After downloading the tool, double-click the downloaded .exe file to start the installation process.

·         Start the tool now, open it and select the ``Repair Company Files'' option.

·         Click Next.

·         Once the tool completes the scanning task, restart the QuickBooks software and check if QuickBooks error 6155 is resolved.

 Solution 3: Disable the read-only option in the company file properties

·         This step requires you to navigate to the QuickBooks installation folder.

·         An easy way is to right-click the QuickBooks desktop icon, go to properties, and select the location of the open file.

·         The user must select the "offending" company file in the directory, right-click it, and select Properties.

·         User must disable read-only option in properties.

·         Then click Apply and tap the OK tab.

Solution 4: Reinstall QuickBooks

·         First, you must hold down the Windows key on your keyboard and press the R key to open the Run command box.

·         The user must now enter the command 'appwiz.cpl' in the run window and click 'OK'.

·         This action opens directly to the Programs and Features tab in Control Panel.

·         Now the user must select her QuickBooks, right click and select Uninstall.

·         Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstall process.

·         Then go to the QuickBooks directory and rename the QuickBooks folder to something else.

·         This action will make this folder inaccessible when you reinstall QuickBooks.

·         The next step is to download and install the QuickBooks Clean Installation Tool and use it to install a new copy of the QuickBooks Desktop application.

·         Users must have product details such as license and product key ready when reinstalling the software.

·         Once the process is complete, restart your computer and start QuickBooks to check if the problem is resolved.

Conclusion:

Fixing QuickBooks Error 6155 is very easy if you carefully follow the troubleshooting methods described in this blog. This process does not require much technical knowledge. If you are unable to resolve the error using the methods described in this blog, please contact our QuickBooks error support experts 24/7. With years of experience, our professionals have demonstrated tenacity and efficiency in responding to customer complaints and inquiries promptly. So, what's keeping you waiting? Please call us at +1-800-360-4183.