Users often report that unusual errors are preventing them from accessing company files that are stored on another computer. Many built-in assets, such as payroll and multi-user mode, are provided by QuickBooks accounting software. The inability to access company files stored on another computer over the network may cause you to get QuickBooks error H202. If you do not set up your QuickBooks for multi-user access, you may come across this error easily. To avoid such errors, you must host your QuickBooks for multi-user access. Let’s walk through the detailed guide to learn how it's done.
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Why Are You Getting QuickBooks Error H202?
- Due to misconfigured hosting settings in QuickBooks.
- Miscommunication between the user’s or host's computer leads to another issue, such as QuickBooks error 6176.
- QuickBooks is conflicting with the DNS server.
- You must be using the Outdated QuickBooks Desktop application.
- Due to damaged or corrupted QuickBooks company files.
- QuickBooks can’t find the IP address of the host computer.
- Due to an issue with Internal QuickBooks services, like QuickBooksDBXX on the server computer.
- It might occur due to a damaged Network data file (.ND).
- Due to Internet connectivity issues.
- An invalid path was used to access the company file.
- Permissions are not provided to access the company files.
Resolution Methods for QuickBooks Error H202
This blog provides you with a comprehensive guide to rectifying the error discussed above. Follow the methods to learn how they are done.
Solution 1: Checking services on the server
- The start menu must be launched on the host computer.
- Type “Run” into the search field and Enter. This will open the Run window.
- “services.msc” needs to be entered and hit Enter.
- You need to look for QuickBooksDBXX on the list and then click on it twice. Here, XX defines the QuickBooks version.
- You need to choose Automatic for the Startup Type.
- Your service status should be Running or Started. Choose Start if none of them is selected.
- Tap on the Recovery tab.
- For each dropdown menu, Restart the Service must be chosen: First failure, Second failure, and Subsequent failures.
- Tap on Apply and then click OK to save the changes.
- These steps need to be repeated for QBCFMonitorService.
After the above process is finished, click the File and tap on switch to multi-user mode. This will fix your error.
Solution 2: Configuring your firewall settings on a server computer
- Launch Start Menu.
- To open Windows Firewall, type “Windows firewall” in the search field.
- Advanced Settings option needs to be selected.
- You have to right-click Inbound Rules. Choose the New Rule option.
- Move further by selecting Port and then click Next.
- TCP must be selected.
- You need to enter the specific ports according to your QuickBooks version in the Specific local ports field.
- QuickBooks Desktop 2020 and later: 8019, XXXXX.
- QuickBooks Desktop 2019: 8019, XXXXX.
- QuickBooks Desktop 2018: 8019, 56728, 55378-55382.
After configuring your firewall settings, go to File and choose Switch to Multi-user Mode.
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Summary
In order to conclude the article, QuickBooks Error H202 relies on the configuration of multi-user settings that are needed to access company files from another computer. If you are unable to use files from different workstations, you may run into this error. We have given you personalized solutions to rectify them easily. Follow the guide carefully and implement solutions accordingly. If you are stuck at any point, dial +1.833.802.0002 and connect with a proadvisor.