QuickBooks has certain errors that can come out of the blue. QuickBooks Error 61 can appear at any step of the operations like during updating, repairing, installing the software. Even the Error code 61 can pop up while the user tries to receive or send in data from QuickBooks. If the hardware system is malfunctioned which could be one of the cause of the above error, it could affect Microsoft Office and Mac applications as well. In this article, we guide you through the steps to finally get the issue resolved for you.
For instructions on how to resolve QuickBooks Error 61, we have them listed below. Follow the methods and get the issue resolved on your own or for a quick solution, contact QuickBooks team at 1.800.579.0391
Reasons behind the occurrence of Error 61 in QuickBooks
- An issue might lie with Microsoft .NET Framework.
- Windows registry consists of undeleted registry from last installation.
- There could be virus or malware that affects the Windows and in return lead to Error 61.
- The system was shut down unexpectedly and it lead to trouble with QuickBooks closure.
- The installation files of QuickBooks might have been deleted.
Troubleshooting Methods to get rid of Error 61 in QuickBooks
Method 1:
- Go to File and select Utilities. Click on the Rebuild Data.
- Click on OK when the message of Backup Company File appears.
- Wait and see if the message of QuickBooks is not responding still appears.
To the Rebuild has completed message, click Ok.
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Method 2:
- Open QuickBooks Desktop and go to File menu.
- Click on Open or Restore Company.
- Select the Open Company File option and hit on Next.
- Look for the data file and then click Open.
- On seeing the message of Move the file, follow the instructions.
- Take the information shown in Update Company File for New Version.
- Select Update Now and go through the instructions.
- Click on Yes for the message “You are about to open a company File using a newer version of QuickBooks. Do you want to continue?”
- Copy the created backup and search for .qbw files.
- On locating the file, check on payroll service and select the Account info/Process.
The solutions provided above will help you fix QuickBooks Error 61 instantly. If you come across an issue while following any method or the issue remains unresolved, contact the QuickBooks helpline at 1.800.579.0391.