Description
QuickBooks Desktop connectivity errors often occur when the software fails to establish a stable connection with the company file located on the host computer. These issues are especially common in multi-user mode, affecting productivity and access across the network.
This article helps you understand the causes and offers step-by-step solutions using tools like QuickBooks Tool Hub, Database Server Manager, and proper network configuration.
⚠️ Common Connectivity Errors in QuickBooks Desktop:
QuickBooks can’t connect to the company file
Error codes: H202, H505, 6000 series
“QBDBMgrN not running on this computer.”
Lost connection to the server
Network timeout or company file not found
🛠️ Causes of QuickBooks Desktop Connectivity Errors
Blocked ports by firewall or antivirus
QuickBooks services not running properly
Wrong DNS or IP mapping
Damaged or missing . ND file
Improper hosting setup on workstations or servers
Outdated QuickBooks version
🧰 How to Fix QuickBooks Connectivity Errors (Step-by-Step)
1️⃣ Use QuickBooks Tool Hub—Network Issues Tab
Download the latest QuickBooks Tool Hub
Go to Network Issues > QuickBooks Database Server Manager
Scan the folder containing your company file
It will auto-fix configuration and access issues
2️⃣ Restart QuickBooks Services
Press Windows + R, type services.msc
Locate and restart:
QuickBooksDBXX
QBCFMonitorService
3️⃣ Allow QuickBooks Through Firewall
Go to Windows Defender Firewall > Allow an App
Ensure QuickBooks, QBDBMgrN, and other executables are allowed
Manually configure these ports: 8019, 56728, 55378–55382
4️⃣ Check Hosting Settings
On server: Ensure Host Multi-User Access is enabled
On workstations: Hosting should be disabled
5️⃣ Recreate the .ND File
Go to your QuickBooks company file location
Delete the .ND file
Reopen QuickBooks — it will regenerate the file
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