QuickBooks error code 6189 816 is a company file error that occurs when the application can’t open the company file. The error prevents the user from operating or working on their business data and can also lead to possible data loss. There can be many reasons for the QuickBooks error 6189 and 816, like a damaged company file or an incorrect hosting setup. If you want to effectively eliminate the error code, you can follow the troubleshooting steps given in this blog.

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What Causes the QuickBooks Company File Error 6189 816?

Error code 6189 816 in QuickBooks Desktop can occur due to the following factors –

You are trying to access the company file folder without sufficient read-write permissions.
Your QuickBooks installation process is faulty, or the installation files are corrupt.
Windows registry issues can also lead to the error code 6189 816.
You are trying to open a company file that is already being accessed by another user in a single-user mode.
An anti-virus or malware attack has infected your system and is also affecting QuickBooks.

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Steps to Address the Can’t Open Company File Error Code 6189 816

If you have problems with error -6189 in QuickBooks, you can perform the steps provided below to rectify the issue –

Step 1 - Set up Proper Windows Folder Access Permission for QuickBooks

If you don’t have sufficient permissions to access the QuickBooks company file, you need to modify the file permissions.

Go to the Company File Folder and right-click on it to select Properties.
From the Security tab, click Edit and select QB Data Service User to modify the permissions.
Select Full Control and click Allow to give effect to the new permission settings.
Once done, rerun QuickBooks and access the company file to see if the error code 6189 is eradicated.

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Step 2 – Run the File Doctor Utility from the Tool Hub to Fix the File Damage

If your company file is damaged or there are issues while connecting the file to the server, it can lead to the QuickBooks Desktop error 6189 816.

Download the QuickBooksToolHub.exe setup file and install it on your system by following the on-screen instructions.
Open the tool hub and go to the Company File Issues tab to select the QuickBooks File Doctor tool utility.
Run the tool and browse your company file to select the Check your File and Network option.
Let the tool stop running and reopen your QuickBooks Desktop to check the status of the 6189 error code.

Conclusion

QuickBooks error 6189 816 is a common error that can be eliminated by following the solutions given in this blog. Perform the troubleshooting steps, and if the error persists, you can contact us at +1-800-417-5147 and get professional assistance from our technical team.

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