QuickBooks Error 6143 is a common company file error that appears when attempting to access the company file or carry out any other task with it. Generally, this error 6143 shows up because of some malfunction in the company file. It also hampers the operation and work productivity. If you are also stuck over this issue of error 6143, then do not worry; we have got solutions for you. This blog will explain everything to you about this error and will guide you to the ways to eradicate it. 

What is QuickBooks Error 6143?

QuickBooks error 6143 is related to the company file that appears while opening the company file. It can also appear while you perform any task with the company file, like, running the QB verify and rebuild data tool. The reason for its appearance might be multiple based on the circumstances. The error message for error 6143 that appears on the screen says that “Sorry! Something went wrong! Please try starting over.”

What Reasons Cause the QuickBooks Error 6143?

Before starting the troubleshooting, first download the latest version of QuickBooks Desktop. If QuickBooks Error 6143 still appears on the screen, then the reasons might be the following:

• The corrupted entries in the Windows system files might be the reason behind error 6143.
• Incomplete installation of QB desktop.
• An error message may pop up on the screen “Sorry! Something went wrong! Please try starting over.”
• If you have got a new credit card or account number, then the bank may link your QuickBooks and bank accounts together and may cause error 6143.

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Methods to Resolve QuickBooks Error 6143

There are numerous methods that can help you fix this error 6143 in QuickBooks, including turning off the hosting feature on the workstations except the server hosting the company file. The other fixing methods include

Method 1: Opening the company file locally

This method of opening the company file in the local setting will help you locate the issue with the location of the company file. If the company file opens smoothly without any error after saving it on another location, then the issue was with the location. However, if it does not open, then the file might be damaged. The process to open the company file locally is as follows:

• Open the folder having the QB company file.
• Then, search for the file having QB extension.
• Once you find the file, right-click on it.
• Afterward, you need to Copy the file and move it to another location on the desktop.
• For that, click right on it and select the Paste option while keeping a press on the Control key on the keyboard.
• After you have copies the company file, click on the Open your QuickBooks option.
• Now, move ahead and select the option to Move to the no company window.
• Then choose to Open or restore an existing company.
• Finally, close all the background processes of QB.

Method 2: Terminate all the QB background processes

Another process to fix the error is 6143 is to terminate the QuickBooks-related processes. The process is as follows:

• First, login to as an administrator to your QuickBooks application.
• Then, press the Ctrl + shift + esc keys to get the task manager on the screen.
• Now, choose the tab that says Show processes for all the users.
• Then hit the End task option to close all the QuickBooks-related tabs.

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Method 3: Correct the Format of the Company File Name [ Remove Spaces]

• First, log out and exit the QuickBooks application on all the workstations and the server in the network.
• Then, open the QB installation folder on the server computer where your company file is saved.
• You will generally find this file at the C:\Users \Public\ Public Documents\ Intuit\QuickBooks\ Company Files.
• After spotting the file, click right on it and select Rename.
• Then, remove all the spaces from the company file name and the file extension.
• Again, open the QuickBooks application and perform the same operation and check if the error is still getting prompted.

Method 4: Rename the .ND and .TLG files and fix the error 6143

Sometimes, the basic network data file or the transactions log file can get damaged and may trigger this error 6143 in QuickBooks. In such cases, you can rename these files and prevent QB from accessing the damaged ones. As a result, QuickBooks creates new fresh files once the application is reopened. Now, to rename these files, follow the given steps:

• First, you need to go to the QB directory that contains your company file.
• Then, select the File option having the .ND and .TLG extensions.
• Now, click right on them and select the Rename option.
• Then, add the .old at the end of the file names and hit Enter.
• Lastly, restart the computer and re-open the QB application.

Method 5: Fix QB Program Files

The Rebuild Data Tool is generally used to tackle several minor data issues with QuickBooks, like error 6143. So, perform this step-by-step guide to get better results over it.

• Go to the File menu and hove over the Utilities tab, then select the Rebuild Data tool.
• Now, under the QuickBooks Information window, press the OK button.
• Then, follow the instruction prompts given on the screen to save a backup.
• After that, let the Rebuild tool take some time to repair your files.
• You may feel that the QuickBooks screen has got stuck, but as soon as you move your mouse, the tool will work again.
• And once it finishes, hit OK.
• Now, move ahead and go to the File menu and choose the Utilities tab again. But, this time, select the Verify Data tool.
• Now, let the tool again check your files.
• If it does not give any issues, click OK. This means there is no data damage in your file.

However, if the QB finds an issue with your company file, choose the Rebuild Now button.

The Final Words!!

Hopefully, the methods mentioned above will help you fix the QuickBooks error 6143. Remember sometimes the name of the company file also causes you to face the same issue, so check it once. Also if you feel any trouble fixing the error, you can connect with us at +1-(855)-955-1942 our QB support experts at Data Service Solution.