While trying to open the company file in QuickBooks, an error appeared stating: “Cannot open QuickBooks company file”. Is this the same situation that you are currently facing? Well, this can happen due to a handful of factors like damaged company file, outdated QuickBooks version, etc. One can try to eliminate the issue by simply performing the right set of steps discussed later in this post. If you are also experiencing this issue, then make sure to read this post till the end or connect with us at +1-844-405-0907  and we will provide you with immediate support services.

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What triggers the error in QuickBooks?

One can experience this issue in QuickBooks due to the handful of factors discussed below:

• The user can experience this issue in case the company file used for the last time was damaged.
• Or if there is corrupted hard drive file storage, due to which the company file is damaged.
• Problems with the location and extension of the file.
• A conflicting *tlg. file can also trigger this issue.
• If the user is using an older version of QuickBooks software to open the files.
• Issues with reports in your file.

Steps to fix cannot open QuickBooks Company file

The user can try to deal with the issue by simply performing the steps related to opening the file directly from QuickBooks. The steps involved in this process are as follows:

• The very first step is to click on the No Company open window.
• After that go for the company file.
• The next step is to press and hold ALT key and then click open.
• If the company file is open with any issue, then follow these steps.
  • The first step is to click on the Edit Menu and then on preference.
  • After that click Desktop View and then select don’t save the desktop.
  • Lastly, click the OK button.

The Company file is one of the most important components in QuickBooks and when the software shows an error stating it can’t be opened, and then it might hinder the smooth performance of the software and can also leave the crucial data in danger. Therefore, implementing the above-stated set of steps becomes essential. Now that you know the steps to be performed, it is time to implement those steps. In case you are unable to eliminate the issue even after performing the steps discussed above, feel free to connect with our tech team at experts and certified QuickBooks professionals +1-844-405-0907 and we will provide you with instant support services.