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Quickbooks Error 6130: Here’s How to Deal with It

Updated: May 2, 2023

QuickBooks usually gets updates to make it free from errors. However, there are certain errors that just get stuck with QB, and users face them frequently. One such error is QuickBooks error 6130. It occurs mostly when there are glitches in the Windows component or other necessary components required for the proper functioning of QuickBooks.


The error can create issues for you while working on QuickBooks and can obstruct your workflow. However, if you want to learn more about the error like, its reasons, and troubleshooting solutions, then follow this complete article.


What is QuickBooks Error 6130?


QuickBooks error code 6130 appears when any workstation tries to access the company file on the server while using the application in multi-user mode. The error message that flashes on the screen for error 6130 says that “QuickBooks is trying to access the company file but cannot contact the database server.”


What are the reasons for QuickBooks Error 6130?


The error message for error 6130 mainly appears because the company file that you tried to access was probably unreachable or corrupted. However, there are certain secondary reasons that also contribute to the error message 6130.

  • The QuickBooks Desktop application on the client side is outdated, and the company file it is accessing is created using an upgraded version of QB Desktop.

  • If there are some errors in the network configuration, then it may also result in error code 6130.

  • Your Windows Firewall is stopping the QB application when it tries to access the required network ports.

  • Outdated windows features can also lead to error 6130.

  • Damaged network data or transaction log files can also cause the error 6130.


How to Resolve Quickbooks Error 6130?


Here are the quick ways in which you can resolve the error code 6130 in Quickbooks.


Solution 1: Fix the Damaged Network File and Company File


Qb File doctor tool can help you to automatically identify any issue in the company file and the network set up. It can resolve some general glitches in company file and the network.

  1. First, download and install the QuickBooks Tool Hub if you do not have it on your system. After downloading it, launch it using the desktop shortcut icon.

  2. Then, go to the Company File Issues tab and choose to Run the Quickbooks File Doctor.

  3. Then, browse the company file and select the File Doctor option.

  4. After that, click on the Check your File option and then Continue.

  5. Then the QB File Doctor tool will automatically repair the company file and any network damage.


If you are still confused, talk to our experts at +1-(855)-955-1942.


Solution 2: Use the Disk Cleanup Tool


  1. Start the process by hitting the Start button first.

  2. After that, type the word command but do not hit Enter.

  3. Instead, press the Ctrl + Shift keys, then tap Enter.

  4. Now, you will see a permission dialog box; hit Yes on it.

  5. Then type Cleanmgr and go for the Enter tab.

  6. After that, the Disk Cleanup will evaluate any extra space occupied by the Temporary files and will ask it to remove it.

  7. You can end the process by selecting the boxes for the files you want to delete and then hit OK.


The Concluding Words!!


We hope that the above-mentioned steps will help you to quickly rectify the QuickBooks error 6130. These steps are easy to follow and can be followed by anyone. However, if you are not that into the technical part, then we recommend you to take the help of experts. You can connect with QB experts at Data Service Support for 24*7 support. Call us at our Toll-free number +1-(855)-955-1942.


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