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How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Error Code 6000 83

Updated: Dec 28, 2021


QuickBooks Error 6000 83


Advancement of technology has completely revolutionized each walk of human life today. Consequently, we have become capable of performing our requirements easier, faster, and more efficient than ever it was. The emergence of advanced accounting software has played a pivotal role in making business concepts globalized. But, every coin has two facets, and so in the same way, advanced software come up with some complications too, such as QuickBooks Error Code 6000 83.


However, facing troubles with different error codes while using QuickBooks Desktop or any other advanced software are just uncertain because errors are caused by faults or bugs which may exist in the hardware or software internal mechanism of Windows and QuickBooks itself.


Let us know here in detail the causes and solution about QuickBooks Error Code 6000 83.


Causes: QuickBooks Error Code 6000 83


In general, it happens when someone tries to access the company file. The error pops up with a message that says, “An error occurred when QuickBooks tried to access the company file. Please try again. If the problem persists, contact Intuit Technical Support and provide them with the following error codes: (-6000, -83)”.


The exact reason behind it can’t be firmly explained, but some of the possible causes are as follows –


If the company file gets updated to the later version that has been stored on the server.


1. Some important installed files are not found in the QuickBooks installation directory.

2. The user would not have authenticity to access the server or QuickBooks database service.

3. Windows security software stops QuickBooks to access the company file on the server.

4. QuickBooks company file /folder that stores the company file gets damaged or corrupt.

5. A different language, other than English might have been chosen on Windows.

6. The path to the company file set up in QuickBooks Desktop on the client’s computer might be incorrect.


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Solutions: QuickBooks Error Code 6000 83


Troubleshooting of QuickBooks error code 6000 83 depends upon the situation to situation and from case to case. However, we recommend choosing the way that the user feels to be more relevant to his/ her case and convenience –


However, let us see some of the most trusted and effective solutions for quick troubleshoot Error 6000 83 while accessing company file from the server:


Solution 1: QuickBooks Desktop File Doctor should be run after downloading


a) Download and run QuickBooks file doctor on Windows to repair common QuickBooks file data errors.


Solution 2: Stop Hosting Multi-User Access immediately on all Workstations in the Network


a) First of all ensure that other computers connected in the network are not set to host the company file.

b) Open QuickBooks on all computers in the network and click on ‘File’.

c) It should display Host Multi-User Access option under the Utilities section.

d) If it comes with an option saying ‘Stop Hosting Multi-User Access’ under the Utilities section, click it and then click once more on Yes.

e) But if it reads ‘Company File must be closed’, click on ‘Yes’ and follow the same step on other workstations.

f) Try accessing the company file once again and if QuickBooks Error 6000 83 appears again then choose a different troubleshooting solution.


Solution 3: Download and Install the Latest Updates/version of QuickBooks Desktop Software


To get complete instructions on downloading and installing the latest QuickBooks Desktop application, ‘How to Update QB Desktop to the Latest Version’


Since there are various chances for the occurrence of this error, it might be difficult for some users to troubleshoot the issue instantly. Hence, contacting the QuickBooks support team at 1.800.579.0391 for support is the most secure option. Troubleshooting QuickBooks Error 6000 83 is a regular operation for QuickBooks Desktop experts, and they can fix the issue for within the shortest period.


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