QuickBooks Error 6123: Practical Solutions to Terminate

QuickBooks error 6123 is a common QB error that occurs while working on the company file or restoring the data file backup. This error code can arise while accessing the company file and prevents the user from working on the same. The issue can get triggered due to many possible reasons, like issues with the database server manager. If you are getting the QuickBooks error code 6123, you can use the methods given below to rectify it.

If you are having difficulty understanding the steps or resolving the error code on your own, you can reach out to us at 1-855-856-0042 to get assistance from our team of QB professionals.

Main Factors leading to the QuickBooks Desktop Error 6123

QuickBooks error message 6123 0 can arise due to the following common causes –

1. The QuickBooks Desktop application is not correctly updated, or the update process is incomplete/faulty.
2. Your QuickBooks company file is damaged or corrupted, which is causing issues while accessing the data.
3. You are trying to run the company file or restore the file backup from an external storage drive rather than an internal location.
4. The Windows OS version has become outdated, which is causing compatibility issues while running QuickBooks.

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Easy Methods for the QuickBooks Company File Error 6123

Error code 6123 in QuickBooks Desktop can be easily addressed by using the methods given below –

Method 1 – Use a Portable Company File to Restore the QB File Backup

You can get rid of the QB error code 6123 by using a portable QB company file.

1. Open QuickBooks on the old device and click the File tab to select the Create Copyoption, and choose Create Portable Company File.
2. Click Nextand enter a name for the company file to select the location where you want to save the company file, followed by clicking Save and OK.
3. Now, move the portable company file to the new computer where you want to restore the backup and click the Filetab to select the Restore a Portable File
4. Next, browse the portable company file with the QBM extension and click Opento carefully read the instructions on the Where do you want to restore the file page.

Method 2 – Transfer the QB Files to a New Location to Mend the Folder Path

If the folder path is corrupted, you can transfer the QB files to a new folder.

1. Right-click on your desktop screen and choose the option named New, succeeded by Folder,to create a new QB file folder.
2. After creating the new folder (give it any suitable name), go to the folder where your company files are saved and copy these files from this location by using the Ctrl + C
3. Go back to the new folder and press Ctrl + Vto paste the file and attempt to open the company file through the new QB file location.

Conclusion

The QuickBooks error 6123 can be reliably rectified by using the solutions given in this article. If the issue persists, you can call us at 1-855-856-0042 to get assistance from our technical support team.

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