When using QuickBooks, Error 6177 typically appears when attempting to open a company file or make specific modifications to it. The error message associated with this issue promptly appears on the screen, causing a hindrance for users and delaying timely work submission. To gain insights into QuickBooks Error 6177 and explore different methods to address it, please read this article until the end.
Causes of QuickBooks Error 6177
- Recent system changes may have caused corruption in the company file(s).
- The company file may have been infected by a virus or malware.
- Critical files in QuickBooks may have been accidentally deleted by the user.
Methods to Resolve QuickBooks Error 6177
Method 1: Reset Multi-User Mode
- Run QuickBooks as an administrator.
- Go to the File menu and select Utilities.
- Choose the option to stop multi-user
- Confirm the change by clicking “Yes”.
- Quit QuickBooks.
- Run QuickBooks again.
- Click on the File tab, go to the File menu, and select the multi-user access hosting option.
- Try opening the company file again to check if QuickBooks Error 6177
Method 2: Update QuickBooks
- Right-click the QuickBooks Desktop
- Select Run as administrator.
- Navigate to the Help menu in QuickBooks and click on Update QuickBooks Desktop.
- Choose Mark All and click on Save.
- Click on the Update Now
- Ensure that the Reset Update checkbox is marked.
- Click on Get Updates.
- Once the updates are finished, open QuickBooks and let the downloaded updates install on the computer.
