Does QuickBooks automatically stop you from using its features if you encounter QuickBooks error code 31600? If yes, this guide is all you need to fix this error and continue working in QB.
Error 31600 is an unexpected internal error in QuickBooks that interrupts your ongoing operations and prevents you from using other features. This error suddenly appears on your screen when creating a portable company file, during a backup, verifying or rebuilding company data, and performing other operations in QuickBooks. The main reason behind this error can be a technical bug or using an outdated version of QB. To get this error fixed quickly, read this comprehensive guide carefully.
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Know What Triggers Error Code 31600 in QuickBooks Desktop
Multiple reasons in QuickBooks can trigger the unexpected error code 31600. Below, we are mentioning some of the common reasons why this error occurred:
- A technical or code bug in the program triggers unexpected error 31600 and interferes with the running operations.
- The company file data is damaged, which prevents you from using QB features.
- You are trying to use QB features in an outdated version or running this program on outdated Windows.
Stepwise Solutions to Eliminate Unexpected Error Code 31600 in QB
Below, we have mentioned some of the best solutions you require to fix error 31600 in QB; ensure to follow each step carefully:
Solution 1: Update QuickBooks to its latest Version
Follow these steps to get the updated version of QuickBooks:
- Select the ‘Help’ menu in QuickBooks Desktop.
- In the pop-up window menu, select ‘Update QuickBooks Desktop.’
- Move to the ‘Update Now’ tab in the ‘Update QuickBooks’ window.
- Select the ‘Reset Updates’ checkbox.
- Finally, click on ‘Get Updates.’
- When the update file is downloaded, agree with the terms and conditions and follow the displayed instructions to complete installation.
Solution 2: Update Windows
Using an outdated Windows doesn’t feature the new security patches and can be the reason why error 31600 appears:
- Open ‘Settings’ on your computer.
- Click on ‘Windows Update’ from the left side of the screen.
- Select ‘Check for Updates.’
- Click ‘Get Updates’ if it says that updates are available.
- When done, restart your computer and QuickBooks.
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Solution 3: Fixing Data Damage Using QuickBooks File Doctor
The QB file doctor helps to fix data damages and common network issues; use these steps to do it:
- Close QB and go to the official website of Intuit.
- Now, download the most recent version of the tool hub and save this file somewhere in an accessible location.
- To install the tool hub, double-tap on the downloaded file (QuickBooksToolHub.exe) and agree with the terms and conditions. Now, complete the installation by following the displayed instructions.
- When done, open the tool hub and click ‘Company File Issues.’
- Further, select ‘Run QuickBooks File Doctor.’
- From the dropdown menu, select your company file.
- Now, select ‘Check your file’ and click ‘Continue.’
- Finally, enter the QB admin password and click ‘Next’ to run this tool.
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