QuickBooks error code H202 is a common error that occurs when the software is unable to connect to the company file located on another computer. This error usually occurs when QuickBooks is trying to establish a connection with the company file, but the connection fails due to various reasons such as network issues, incorrect settings, or firewall blocking the connection. Here are the steps to fix QuickBooks error code H202:
Step 1: Check Network Connectivity
Check if the computer hosting the QuickBooks company file is connected to the network and is turned on.
Make sure the network is stable and not facing any connectivity issues.
Verify that the firewall settings on the server computer are not blocking the connection.
Step 2: Verify QuickBooks Services
On the computer hosting the QuickBooks company file, press Windows + R key to open the Run dialog box.
Type services.msc and click OK.
Find QuickBooksDBXX and QuickBooksDBXX (XX denotes the version number) services.
Right-click on both services and select Restart.
Step 3: Add Firewall Exception
On the server computer, go to the Control Panel and click on Windows Firewall.
Select the option "Allow a program or feature through Windows Firewall."
Click on the "Change settings" button and then click on the "Allow another program" button.
Browse and add the QuickBooks executable files from the location where QuickBooks is installed on the server computer.
Click on OK.
Step 4: Create a New Folder for the Company File
Create a new folder on the server computer where the QuickBooks company file will be saved.
Copy the QuickBooks company file to the newly created folder.
On all workstations, open QuickBooks and select the option "Open or restore an existing company file."
Select the option "Open a company file" and browse to the location where the company file is saved.
If the above steps do not fix the QuickBooks error code H202, you may need to contact QuickBooks technical support for further assistance.
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