QuickBooks Error Code 6190-816 | Forum

Topic location: Forum home » General » General Chat
martinedwaed
martinedwaed Aug 13 '19

No matter how good software program is, every software has some errors. In QuickBooks Error Code 6190-816 is amongst the most typical errors found.


Error Code -6190, -816 is described as “QuickBooks was unable to open the file [path] on the host computer.” Which means that your company file just isn't accessible.  This will because of a number of reasons, including:


The Transaction log file is not matching with all the company file. The Transaction log file is the summary of transactions carried out by the company and is automatically saved by QuickBooks. It really is stored as [company file name].qbw.tlg file. You can’t open it to convert this file into Company Data File (qbw). Hence, when the “QBW” file does not match along with its linked “TLG” file, the QuickBooks shows error -6190, -816.

Another reason could be due to update failure. When a company file is updated on an unusual computer without updating its transaction file, it will probably show error -6190, -816.

Third cause for this error can be caused when another user is accessing the company files in Single User Mode.

The smallest amount of possible cause for this error is Data Corruption within the QuickBooks data file. However it is important to identify the data corruption in QuickBooks.

How to resolve QuickBooks Error code -6190, -816: Before performing anything in your QuickBooks, make sure that your QuickBooks software program is updated using the latest version. Use QuickBooks File Doctor Tool:


Download and install “QuickBooks File Doctor” tool.

Run the tool. 

You should be logged in as Administrator. If not, it's going to direct you to do this.

It will explain to you two options: Both file damage and network connectivity and Network connectivity only 

Select the first option since it will detect corrupted or damaged files and can make it possible to fix the error -619.

Next, it's going to ask for a password. Enter your Admin password.

It will then ask perhaps the company file is on Workstation or Server.

Select “Yes” if you’re utilising the company file on the server and “No” if using from Workstation.

Click on “Proceed.”

The results will soon be displayed. It's going to automatically detect and repair the corrupted company file. If the error still persists, continue to next solution: Fix the mismatch: ensure you're using the same computer on which you have saved the business file. Next, what you ought to do is rename the files. Renaming these files does not cause any data loss. Follow the below-mentioned steps:


Tips and Tricks For Managing Remote Staff in a Growing Firm

Increasing demand but not enough available talent might need new thinking when recruiting staff for the firm, but remote work shouldn't be viewed as a compromise. Figure out how to manage a remote workforce for the growing accounting practice from somebody who has done it successfully.

Download This Guide


Open the business folder.

Next, you need to discover the company file. The transaction log file and company file could have the exact same name but different extensions. For instance, company file will undoubtedly be named as [company file name].qbw.nd and transaction log file will likely be named as [company file name].qbw.tlg 

Right-click the organization file and select "Rename" option. Enter any new name or just add "-OLD" at the end of the name. Don't delete extension or ".qbw.nd" from the end.

Same manner, rename the transaction log file without omitting the extension.

Exit the device now.

Open QuickBooks and try to login when you look at the company file. 

If you still get error, then try next solution: Single Mode User Check:


Make sure all the users are logged out of the QuickBooks Data file.

Next, restart the computers.

Now copy the info file to your desktop or even another location apart from its source.

Again copy the info file back again to its original location.

Sign into QuickBooks.

They are the possible fixes of QuickBooks error code 619, 816.  If you still can’t access it, then you need to get the “Auto Data Recovery” tool by The Intuit Data Services to recuperate the files. 


Share: