Quick Fixes For QuickBooks Error 6130

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Posted by James richard
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Aug 7, 2024
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When QuickBooks error 6130 appears users can't access their company file instead get an error message. The error message states:  “QuickBooks is trying to access the company file but cannot contact the database server.”
This error message shows that there are some issues with QuickBooks' access to the data. This error may arise due to corruption in company files, issues with QuickBooks database service, or damage in network and log files.
In this guide, we will explore the causes of the company file error 6130 and provide stepwise solutions to fix the error efficiently.

Reasons Why QuickBooks Error Code 6130 Appears?

Below, we have discussed important reasons that are responsible for this error in QuickBooks. 
  1. Damaged or corrupted company files are the primary reason for this error.
  2. An issue with the QB Database service can also be responsible for this error.
  3. Missing or damaged (.ND) and (.TLG) files may also cause error 6130.

Solutions to Eliminate Company File Error 6130

Here, we have provided some proven solutions that involve running the QuickBooks File Doctor tool, renaming the (.ND) and (.TLG) files, and restarting the QuickBooks database service. Follow the solutions and fix the error 6130.

Solution 1: Run QuickBooks File Doctor

QuickBooks File Doctor tool will run an immediate repair and resolve the identified issue with company files.

  1. Close QuickBooks.

  2. Download the Tool Hub from the web.

  3. Save the file. 

  4. Open the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.

  5. Follow the steps carefully and move ahead.

  6. Install the tool.

  7. Agree to the terms and conditions.

  8. When done, double-click on its icon.

  9. Access QB Tool Hub.

  10. Navigate to 'Company File Issues.'

  11. Select 'Run QuickBooks File Doctor.'

  12. Click  'Check Your File.' 

  13. After that, hit 'Continue.'

  14. Click 'Next.'


Solution 2: Try to Rename the (.ND) and (.TLG) File

  1. Firstly, navigate to the QuickBooks installation folder. You can access it from Windows File Manager.

  2. Follow the path to locate the folder: 

  3. C:\Users\Public\Public Documents \ Intuit \ QuickBooks\.

  4. Now, search for the exact file name similar to your company file but it should have (.ND) and (.TLG) extension in the end.

  5. Once you access the file, right-click it.

  6. Select 'Rename' from the menu.

  7. To rename the file, add the .OLD extension at the end and save the file name.

  8. Relaunch QuickBooks.

  9. Try to open the company file and check for the error. 

  10. If you encounter the error again, implement the next solution and resolve the error.


Solution 3: Start the QuickBooks Database Service Again

  1. Press Windows + R.
  2. Open Run command.
  3. Now, in the box, type service.msc and press 'Enter.'
  4. You will see a list.
  5. In that list, search for QuickBooksDBXX.
  6. Click on service.
  7. Select the 'Start' option.
  8. Lastly, access the company file.
  9. If your files get open smoothly, the error will be resolved now.

After following this guide you should be able to fix the QuickBooks error 6130 and can access your file without getting into any trouble.

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