What is QuickBooks error 6000 304 and What To Do About it?

Sometimes, while opening the company file in the QuickBooks desktop application, the user gets QuickBooks error code 6000 304. It is the most common 6000 series company file error. The QuickBooks desktop error 6000 304 usually occurs when QuickBooks is unable to load the company file, or there is not enough disk space. When the error triggers, a message pops up on the screen displaying, “We’re sorry. QuickBooks can’t open your company file.” To know more about error 6000 304 in QuickBooks, its causes and solutions, read the blog till the end.

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What are the factors responsible for QuickBooks error 6000 304?

There are several reasons behind the error. Have a look at them before troubleshooting:

1. You are using an outdated version of QuickBooks.

2. QuickBooks company file is damaged or corrupted.

3. The Database Server Manager is not running on the server computer.

Let us walk you through the troubleshooting procedure given below.

Best Possible Solutions to Fix QuickBooks error 6000 304

Following are the two most effective solutions to fix the error:

Solution 1. Move company file to the desktop

It will let you know if the problem is with the company file’s location or something else:

1. Open the folder containing the company file.

2. Look for the file with .QBW extension.

3. Right-click on the file and choose Copy.

4. Paste the file on the desktop.

5. Open QuickBooks and the No Company Open window.

6. Choose Open or restore an existing company.

7. Now, open the company file from the desktop.

If you still get the same error, move on to the next solution.

Solution 2. Rename QuickBooks configuration files

Damage or corrupted QuickBooks configuration files result in errors while opening the files. By renaming the files, QuickBooks automatically recreates the files without affecting the data. Here’re the steps to change file names:

1. Move to the folder containing the company file.

2. Find the company files with .ND and .TLG extensions.

3. Right-click on each file and choose the Rename option.

4. Add .OLD at the end of the file name.

5. Open QuickBooks and try to open the company file.

We tried our best to help you resolve QuickBooks error 6000 304. Hopefully, you find the solutions mentioned in the blog helpful. If the error doesn’t fix, feel free to contact certified QuickBooks professionals by dialling our toll-free number (1.800.579.9430).