What does QuickBooks Error 64 infer?

The QuickBooks error 64 is a common company file error that prevents the user from opening the company file. This error can cause undue delays in the work progress and can hamper the business operations. It is a hexadecimal error and caused due to company file corruption. When this error occurs it generates random error codes in different forms.

What actually causes QuickBooks Error 64?

The various possible causes of this error can be as follows:

  • The company file may be damaged.
  • Incomplete installation of the QuickBooks can also result in this error.
  • If there is data corruption of Windows System files, it can lead to such errors.
  • Also any kind of malware in system can lead to this error.

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Steps to Resolve this QuickBooks Error 64

Following methods can help you in solving the QuickBooks error message 64:

  1. Using the File Doctor
  2. Configure Power options
  3. Reverting the System using System Restore
  4. Full system virus scan

Solution (1): Use QuickBooks File Doctor Tool

  • Download QuickBooks file doctor tool on your computer from Intuit website.
  • After that install the tool and launch it to resolve any network issues.
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You can download and run the file doctor tool from QuickBooks tools hub program.

Solution (2): Restore your system

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  • Press the Start or Windows button.
  • After that type System restore.
  • Here you need to opt for the latest system restore point and then restore the system.

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Solution (3): Scan full system

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  • Press the Start button and type Virus and threat protection.
  • After that click on Quick scan.
  • If any infected file is recognized, immediately quarantine or delete it.

Solution (4): Repair QuickBooks

  • In this solution, press the Start button and move to Control panel.
  • After thar, click on Programs and Features.
  • Search for QuickBooks from the installed programs list.
  • Then select Uninstall/Change button.
  • Once done, tap on Repair option.
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  • Wait for the process to conclude.

Solution (5): Perform System File Checker

  • Press Windows or Start button and type cmd or Control panel.
  • After that hit a right-click on it and select Run as administrator.
  • Once done, type SFC/scannow command.
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  • Press Enter key.
  • Wait for the process to complete the system scan for errors.

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Hopefully you have successfully fix the QuickBooks error 64 by your own using the above mentioned steps. However, in case you are not familiar with the troubleshooting steps given above, then you can get in touch with our QuickBooks error support team at 1-800-761-1787. We will be please to help you.

 

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