Your Step-by-Step Guide to Fix QuickBooks error H202

If you received QuickBooks error H202 Windows 10 while switching QuickBooks to multi-user mode, it means something is blocking the multi-user connection between QuickBooks and the server. QuickBooks error H202 Windows 7 usually occurs when QuickBooks Database Server Manager is damaged or corrupted. When the QuickBooks error H202 code appears, the user receives a message: “This company file is on another computer, and QuickBooks needs help connecting.” Continue reading the article to know about QuickBooks error H202 fix, its causes and solutions.

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What are the causes behind QuickBooks error H202?

Knowing the reasons behind the error helps you to choose the most appropriate solutions to fix the error. Here we have listed some of the factors responsible for the error:

1.The firewall is preventing QuickBooks from accessing the company file.

2.QuickBooks company file is damaged or corrupted.

3.Hosting configuration settings are inappropriate.

4.You are using an old version of QuickBooks.

5.QuickBooks Database Server Manager is not installed on the server computer.

Now, proceed to the troubleshooting procedure given below.

Quick Troubleshooting Methods to Overcome QuickBooks error H202

Following are some simple troubleshooting methods that can help you fix the error easily:

Method 1. Check connectivity between the server computer and the workstation

Follow these steps and ping the server from your workstation:

1.Select the Windows Start menu.

2.Within the search field, type ‘network’ then open Network and Sharing Center.

3.Choose Change advanced sharing settings.

4.From the Network Discovery and File and Printer sharing sections, select the Turn on network discovery option.

Know your server name:

5.Move to the server computer and click on the Start menu.

6.Open Run and write ‘CMD’ in the run window.

7.Hit Enter.

8.Within the CMD window, type ‘ipconfig/all’ and tap Enter.

9.Under the Windows IP Configuration section, note down the server name.

Test the server from your workstation:

10. Again, click on the Start menu.

11. Write ‘Run’ into the search and open Run.

12.Within the Run window, type ‘CMD’ and then tap Enter.

13.Type “ping_your server name,” and then hit Enter.

14.Repeat these steps on each workstation, getting Error H202.

If the method given above didn’t work, proceed to the following method.

Method 2. Run QuickBooks Server Manager on the server computer

To run the server manager, you need to have QuickBooks Tool Hub on your workstation. Follow these steps to do the same:

1.Close the QuickBooks desktop application.

2.Get the most recent version of the QuickBooks Tool Hub.

3.Move to downloads and Open the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.

4.Install the tool hub by following the prompt steps.

5.Also, agree to the terms and conditions box.

6.You will see the QuickBooks Tool Hub icon on the desktop once the installation completes.

Now, run QuickBooks Database Server Manager

7.Open the tool hub and choose Network Issues.

8.Click QuickBooks Database Server Manager.

9.If the company file folder is visible, click Start Scan.

10. If you don’t find the file, browse to locate the file and then click Start Scan.

11. The Server Manager will fix the firewall permissions.

If the error continues, try the next method.

Method 3. Resume QuickBooks services on the server computer

1.Move to your server computer.

2.Click on the Windows Start Menu.

3.Type “Run” into the search box and open Run.

4.Within the Run window, type “services.msc” and then press Enter.

5.Search and double-click QuickBooksDBXX on the list, where XX denotes your QuickBooks version.

6.Choose Automatic for the Startup Type.

7. Ensure the Service status is either Running or Started. If it’s neither Running nor Started, choose Start.

8.Move to the Recovery tab.

9.Under the First failure, second failure and subsequent failure drop-down menu, choose Restart the service option.

10.Click Apply and then OK.

11.Follow the same steps to check the QBCF monitor service.

That’s all about QuickBooks error H202. We tried our best to help you resolve the issue. Hopefully, you find the article helpful and informative. If you face any trouble performing the troubleshooting or need help, then get in touch with the certified QuickBooks expert’s team by calling us on our toll-free number 1.800.579.9430.