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QuickBooks Error the File Exists: Methods That Help

by John Kartan Accounting And Bookkeeping

QuickBooks error the file exists is a standard error that bothers many QB users. This is an error which can show up while doing different tasks like paying scheduled liabilities, downloading payroll update, etc. In this blog, we will mainly see the causes and solutions for this error. The error statement can read as it is or in other ways.

In case of any technical query, contact the QuickBooks Professional Team at 1.800.579.0391

Causes of QuickBooks File Exists

There are multiple causes associated with this error, some of which are listed below:
  • Wrong firewall and internet settings. 
  • Poor internet connection. 
  • Problems with QuickBooks installation. 
  • Old QuickBooks Desktop application can cause problems. 
  • No administrative rights on Windows for the User Account. 

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Solutions For the File Exists Error

Since the causes are multiple, there are multiple solutions you can try. Some of the methods for you to try are listed below.

Method 1: Verify QuickBooks Desktop Application Updates 

Go through the steps given below to verify QuickBooks updates:
  • Open the Help tab in QuickBooks Desktop. Now click on Update QuickBooks Desktop.
  • Go to the Update Now tab and choose Get Updates. 
  • Once updates are done restart QuickBooks and click on Install Now. Install Now is in the QuickBooks Update Service Window. 
  • When done with the updates, try to perform the same action one more time and check if the error is resolved. 

Method 2: Permit Full Control Access For The User

Windows can provide different access account, different privileges. Admin, by default, has the full control of Windows Files and Folders, and QuickBooks requires the same. Follow the steps given down below: 
  • Right-Click on the QuickBooks Desktop icon. Now choose open File location. 
  • Hit the backspace key at the top-left to move to the root folder. 
  • Right-click on the QuickBooks folder and now select Properties. 
  • In the Security section, choose Edit and select Add. 
  • Choose Everyone and then OK. 
  • Select the Full Control option and now choose Apply. 
  • Follow the same steps mentioned above. 
  • Now instead of Everyone, select Your User this time. 

Method 3: Using Reboot.bat File Re-Register QuickBooks.DLL and .OCX

Follow the steps down below to implement this method. 
  • Exit QuickBooks Desktop. 
  • Right-click on the QuickBooks icon and choose Properties. 
  • Select Open File Location. Find the reboot.bat file in the folder. 
  • Right-click on the Reboot.bat file and choose Run As Administrator. 
  • Command Prompt Window appears and does its tasks. 
  • Restart Window. Now check if the error gets resolved. 

Conclusion 

This blog discussed the causes and solutions for QuickBooks error the file exists. You can also try to perform a clean installation of QuickBooks, configure Windows Firewall, repair QuickBooks Desktop, and turning off UAC in Windows settings. Try all these solutions thoroughly with a step-by-step process.
To know more about resolving any of the QuickBooks errors, contact the QuickBooks Professional Team at 1.800.579.0391. 

 


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