QuickBooks File Exists Error [A Technical Guide]

QuickBooks file exists error is standard among QuickBooks users. This error can appear while performing multiple operations in QuickBooks Desktop like downloading payroll updates, paying scheduled liabilities, and opening a federal or state form. For this error, QuickBooks requires you to acknowledge the request in use by some other application. The error can also occur because of some read file issues. This error can appear on your screen in 2-3 ways. The blog will unveil the causes and symptoms of the error.

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Causes Of QuickBooks “The File Exists” Error 

There are multiple causes associated with this error. It’s vital to know the reasons as not knowing what you are dealing with can cause more problems down the line. Hence, understand the causes from this section. Some of the causes are given down below:

• An inactive internet connection can trigger this error. 
• Wrong firewall and internet security settings. 
• Old QuickBooks Desktop.
• Problems with QuickBooks installation. 
• User Account does not have administrative rights on Windows. 

Now that you are sound with the causes, it’ll be quicker for you to recognize an effective solution for the error on your screen. 

Solutions For Windows Error Message The File Exists

Now that you know the causes, solutions will be easy for you to understand. Solutions aim to fix the causes of an error. Try to find the cause of your error and look for an explanation from down below: 

Solution 1: Check For Any QuickBooks Application Updates

It’s important to consider any QuickBooks updates as not updating the application can also trigger an error. Implement the steps given below:

• In QuickBooks, go to the Help tab. Click on Update QuickBooks Desktop. 
• Move to the Update Now tab and choose Get Updates. 
• When the updates are downloaded, restart QuickBooks and click on Install Now in the QuickBooks Update Service window.
• When you are done with the updates, try to perform the same action one more time to make sure if the error is resolved. 

Solution 2: Re-register QuickBooks Files With Reboot.bat File

Reboot.bat file helps re-register QuickBooks .DLL and .OCX files. Reboot.bat file helps re-register crucial QuickBooks files automatically. Follow the measures given below:

• Exit QuickBooks. 
• Right-click on the QB icon and choose Properties. 
• Select Open File Location and find the reboot.bat file in the folder. 
• Right-click on the Reboot.bat file and choose Run as Administrator. 
• A black color command prompt appears and exits automatically. 
• Restart Windows, and after that check if the error gets resolved. 

Conclusion 

This blog covers the solutions and causes for the QuickBooks file exists error. You can try some other methods to resolve this error, some of which are: allow full control access to the user, turn off UAC in Windows settings, and configure Windows Firewall, repair QuickBooks Desktop, and perform a clean installation of QuickBooks. 
To learn more about QuickBooks and its errors, contact the Team of QuickBooks Professionals at 1-855-856-0042.