QuickBooks Error H202 is a common issue that occurs when a user tries to switch QuickBooks to multi-user mode, but the software is unable to communicate with the server hosting the company file. This error prevents users from accessing company files in a multi-user environment, disrupting workflow and productivity.
In this blog, we will discuss the causes of QuickBooks Error H202 and provide effective solutions to fix it.
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What Causes QuickBooks Error H202?
Error H202 typically occurs due to the following reasons:
- Blocked Server Communication – QuickBooks is unable to establish a connection with the server due to network issues.
- Incorrect Hosting Configuration – The server is not correctly set up to allow multi-user access.
- Firewall Restrictions – Windows Firewall or security software may be blocking QuickBooks communication.
- Damaged QuickBooks Database Server Manager – A corrupted Database Server Manager can cause this error.
- Incorrect DNS Settings – Misconfigured DNS settings may prevent the workstation from connecting to the server.
- Issues with QuickBooks Services – Essential QuickBooks services like QuickBooksDBXX or QBCFMonitorService may not be running.
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How to Fix QuickBooks Error H202
Follow these step-by-step solutions to resolve the error:
Solution 1: Use the QuickBooks Database Server Manager
- Download and install QuickBooks Tool Hub from the official Intuit website.
- Open Tool Hub and go to the Network Issues tab.
- Click on QuickBooks Database Server Manager and scan your company file location.
- Restart QuickBooks and try opening the file in multi-user mode.
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Solution 2: Verify Hosting Settings
- Open QuickBooks on the server computer.
- Click File > Utilities.
- If you see Host Multi-User Access, it means hosting is disabled. Do not change anything.
- If you see Stop Hosting Multi-User Access, click it to disable and then enable it again.
- Restart QuickBooks and check if the issue is resolved.
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Solution 3: Configure Windows Firewall
- Open Control Panel > Windows Defender Firewall.
- Click Allow an app through Windows Firewall.
- Ensure QuickBooks and QuickBooks Database Server Manager are allowed.
- If needed, create new inbound and outbound rules for QuickBooks ports (8019, 56728, 55378-55382).
- Restart QuickBooks and try switching to multi-user mode.
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Solution 4: Restart QuickBooks Services
- Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
- Find QuickBooksDBXX (where XX is your QuickBooks version) and QBCFMonitorService.
- Right-click each service and select Restart.
- Close the window and open QuickBooks again.
Solution 5: Check Network Connectivity
- Press Windows + R, type cmd, and press Enter.
- Type ping [ServerName] and press Enter.
- If you receive a slow or no response, check your network settings
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Conclusion
QuickBooks Error H202 can be frustrating, but following the steps above should help you resolve it. If the issue persists, contact QuickBooks Support at 1-833-742-9500 for expert assistance. Our team is available 24/7 to help you troubleshoot and restore multi-user access to QuickBooks.
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