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William Jck
William Jck Apr 30

Encountering QuickBooks error H101can be frustrating as it generally appears when trying to access company files located on another computer. Here’s how you can fix this error:

  • Verify Hosting Settings: Ensure that only one server (the one hosting the company files) has the hosting option enabled. Workstations should be in multi-user mode and not host the files.

  • Check Firewall Settings: Sometimes, firewalls block communication between computers. Adjust your firewall settings to allow exceptions for QuickBooks.

  • Use QuickBooks File Doctor: Download and run the QuickBooks File Doctor tool. It can diagnose and potentially fix network issues that might be causingQuickBooks Error Code H101.

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  • Configure Network Files: Check the.ND files which enable QuickBooks to access files in a network. If they are corrupted, deleting and rescanning them using the QuickBooks Database Server Manager might help.

  • Set Proper Services: Ensure that QuickBooksDBXX and QBCFMonitorService are running and set to automatic.