Did you have to put your task on hold because you received QuickBooks error code 6150, 1006? Don’t worry, for this article will precisely tell you how to fix this company file error so that you can resume your work.
In case you are busy or want a professional to perform the troubleshooting steps for you, you can connect with our certified experts.
Conditions that may cause QuickBooks Error 6150 and 1006
- QuickBooks Desktop installation wasn’t performed appropriately.
- Your QuickBooks file is damaged or corrupted.
- Your computer is infected with CryptoWall virus.
- QuickBooks Company file is infected with virus.
- You are attempting to open a portable file without opening QuickBooks.
Learn how to troubleshoot error -6150,-1006 in QuickBooks Desktop
Quick steps to resolve the QuickBooks error code 6150:
Solution 1. Check for CryptoWall
The CryptoWall virus and other malicious software can trigger QuickBooks Error -6150, -1006. Here is how you can diagnose this cause:
- Click on the Windows Start Menu.
- Type “File Explorer” into the search box and open File Explorer.
- Find and open your QuickBooks folder.
- Look for files with words like “decrypt” or “instructions” (.txt or .html).
If none of the files contain the above-mentioned words, your computer is fine. Move on to the next step.
Solution 2. Restore Company File from backup
- We always recommend QuickBooks users to restore their company files. You can use your recently saved backup to restore your company file.
- Open QuickBooks Desktop and go to the File menu.
- Click on Open or Restore Company.
- Select Restore a backup copy and then press Next.
- Select Local Backup and press Next.
- Find the backup company file (e.g.: (your company name).qbb).
- Select a (different) folder to store your restored company file. (You may end up overwriting your data if you open the backup in the same folder as your existing company file. Rename your existing company file or the backup or save the backup in a separate folder).
- Press Open and the click Save.
- If you see any messages pop up about overwriting your data, select the option that find appropriate. Don't overwrite anything unless you want to.
Solution 3. Auto Data Recovery
- If your QuickBooks Desktop subscription also has Auto Data Recovery (ADR), you may recover almost all of your data in case of data loss or corruption.
- In case the QuickBooks Desktop you are using doesn’t have ADR, you can connect with the QuickBooks data recovery support team for help.
The solutions provided in this article will help you fix QuickBooks Error 6150, 1006. If you are still unable to open your company file, you can contact our QuickBooks error support team of experts at 1-800-615-2347 for advanced solutions.