Error 6143 in QuickBooks is tied to the company file. It can happen when accessing the company file or doing anything else with the company file, like running the QuickBooks verify/rebuild data tool. Most of the time, a QuickBooks error 6143 happens when the company file is broken. It can also show up when there are spaces at the end of the company file name before the file’s ending. Error 6143 on the QuickBooks PC can also be caused by things like an old version of QuickBooks or a company file that can’t be reached.
How to Fix Error 6143 in QuickBooks
Solution 1: Get QuickBooks File Doctor and run it.
- Follow our article How to Fix a Damaged Company File or Network with QuickBooks File Doctor for more information on how to download and run QuickBooks File Doctor to fix common file damage and network problems.
Solution 2: Take out any spaces from the file name of the company
- Sign out of QuickBooks and close it on every computer and server in the network.
- Open the folder where QuickBooks was installed on the computer. This is where the QuickBooks company file is kept.
- Most of the time, you can find the file at C:UsersPublicPublic DocumentsIntuitQuickBooksCompany Files.
- Right-click the file for the company and choose “Rename.”
- Now, get rid of any spaces from the name of the company file and the title of the company file.
- Open QuickBooks and do the same thing you were doing when the mistake happened.
- If you’re still getting the QuickBooks Error 6143 message, move on to the next step.
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Solution 3: Copy the file for the company to the workstation.
- Open the QuickBooks installation folder on the computer and copy the company file to a portable storage device.
- Plug the USB drive into the computer that is giving you trouble.
- Open QuickBooks and paste the company file into the system.
- Now, open the file for the company from the computer’s local store.
Conclusion
We are aware that repairing damaged data in QuickBooks can be a challenging and time-consuming process. Whenever you see a mistake that pertains to your company file, it’s natural to get concerned about the vital information that your company file stores. If following the troubleshooting steps does not help and the QuickBooks error 6143 is still displaying in QuickBooks, you can get urgent aid and guidance by calling our Helpline Number +1-(855)-955-1942.