QuickBooks Error 6150? Here’s How to Resolve it

QuickBooks company file error 6150 when the users attempt to open, create or use the company file in QuickBooks desktop application. The QuickBooks error message code 6150 pops up on the screen displaying, “We're sorry. QuickBooks couldn't open your company file. We'll try to fix the problem, ”and also suggests users begin again by clicking on Start. The error indicates QuickBooks company file is damaged or corrupted and needs to be repaired. To get detailed information about QuickBooks error code 6150, its causes, and quick troubleshooting steps, read the complete article.

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Reasons behind QuickBooks Error Message 6150

Given below are the primary reasons that trigger QuickBooks error message code 6150. Let's go through them:

1. The Crypto wall virus attacked the QuickBooks software.
2. QuickBooks data has been lost.
3. The user is trying to open the wrong file.
4. QuickBooks desktop application is not installed properly.

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Best Possible Troubleshooting Solutions for QuickBooks Company File Error 6150

Following are the most effective steps to rectify QuickBooks error message code 6150:

Solution 1. Restore backup of the company file

While restoring QuickBooks creates a new company file using the backup company file. Follow the steps to do so:

1. Open QuickBooks and go to the File menu.
2. Choose Open or Restore Company.
3. Then, select the Restore a backup copy option and click Next.
4. Choose Local Backup.
5. Click Next.
6. Search your workstation for your backup company file with the .qbb extension.
7. Choose where you want to save the restored company file.
8. After that, click Open.
9. Select Save.
10. Choose an appropriate option if any message prompts on the screen to avoid overwriting.

If you still get QuickBooks error message 6150 after restoring the backup, move on to the next solution.

Solution 2. Check QuickBooks for Crypto Wall virus 

Attack from malicious software or the CryptoWall virus can prevent the user from opening the company file. Doing a check can help resolve the error:

1. Click on the Windows Start menu.
2. Within the search field, type “File Explorer.”
3. Open File Explorer and seek for QuickBooks folder.
4. Locate the files having the words 'decrypt' or 'instructions' in the name.

If you don't find any such files, everything is fine. If the QuickBooks error code 6150 persists, proceed to the next solution.

Solution 3. Recover lost data using QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery tool

Auto Data Recovery feature of QuickBooks desktop users to recover all the lost data in case of data loss or corruption using Transaction Log file or Company File:

1. First, make a new folder on your desktop and name it as QBTest.
2. Hover over the folder where you saved the company file.
3. Then, search for the .tlg file in the company's file folder.
4. Copy the .tlg file and paste it to the QBTest folder you created on the desktop.
5. After that, open the QuickBooksAutoDataRecovery folder. Its location is the same as that of the company file.
6. Now, copy the .QBW.adr file and paste it into the QBTest folder.
7. Open the QBTest folder and choose Rename by right-clicking on the .QBW.adr file.
8. Remove .adr from the end of the file name.
9. Start QuickBooks and open the company file saved on the QBTest folder.
10. Use your registered account to verify the transactions.
11. Go to the File menu and select Verify Data to verify the integrity of the lost data.
12. If the new company file is good, shift it from QBTest to the original location and remove the damaged company file.

In The End

That's all about QuickBooks error 6150. We hope you find the article informative and helpful in fixing the problem. If you still have any issues, get in touch with the QuickBooks support team by calling us on our customer service number (855) -526-5749.