Sometimes, QuickBooks users will encounter an error message saying that QuickBooks migration failed unexpectedly. This error is most common when moving QuickBooks Desktop from one SSD into another. Although this error is not uncommon, it can lead to data loss. This article will discuss the causes of the error as well as some ways to fix it.
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Unexpected Failure of QuickBooks Desktop Migration
It is essential to understand the root cause of an error before one can correct it. This will help the user avoid making the same mistake again. Several reasons QuickBooks Desktop Migration failed unexpectedly are:
- Your QuickBooks Data Migrator tool is not working.
- You have not upgraded to the most recent version of Windows.
- Maybe your QuickBooks Data File is Damaged.
- Due to the Damaged QBW_User.ini File.
- The registry is corrupted.
Next, in Section, we have covered techniques to mend the Data migration issues.
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Unexpectedly, QuickBooks Desktop Migration failed
This section explains how a user can fix this problem. To avoid losing time or data, we recommend you carefully follow these steps.
Solution 1 – Upgrade your Windows to the most recent version
This error can be easily fixed by updating Windows to the most recent version. These are the steps to update Windows to the most recent version.
- Click on the Start tab to begin.
- You can select settings from the menu.
- You should now look for Windows Update.
- Once you have found it, click on Windows Update.
- Reopen QuickBooks Desktop to try again.
If the error persists it is possible to manually transfer your QuickBooks Desktop to another SSD. For more information, see solution 2.
Solution 2: Move your QuickBooks Desktop from one SSD to another
Manually moving your QuickBooks Desktop from one SSD to another is one solution for the QuickBooks Desktop Migration Failed unexpectedly error. This is because the file can be moved manually and not through the migration tool. Below are the steps to manually move your QuickBooks Desktop from one SSD into another.
- Start by installing QuickBooks Desktop software on your new computer.
- Use the following steps to create a backup of your company files:
- Switch to Single-user Mode first.
- Click on File in QuickBooks Desktop. Hover over Back up Company.
- Next, choose to Create a Local Backup.
- Select Local Backup, then Next.
- Select Browse from the Local Backup Only section to choose which folder you wish to save your backup company file.
- Select OK
- Then, select Save it Now.
- Click on Next.
- The backup file can be restored on the new computer.
- You can follow this by downloading the most recent tax tables to your new computer.
By using QuickBooks Solution 2 you must be able to resolve the QuickBooks Data migration failed issue.
Closure.
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