Whenever the user tries to open up a company file, he/she might face an issue stating “Can’t open QuickBooks. QuickBooks already has a company file open.” Due to this, the user might not able to work properly, and along with the without opening a company file no previous data can be recollected. QuickBooks already has a company file open error can create a lot of fuss, due to which the user needs to fix it immediately. This can be resolved by carrying out the steps listed below. 

Thus, it is important to read the post carefully. Or the user can also get in touch with our QuickBooks error support right away at 1-800-761-1787, and our experts will help you out. 

Reasons behind the QuickBooks already has a Company file open error

The user can face issues in opening the company file, due to the below factors: 

• The company file is corrupted or damaged 
• Or, the folder permission is not enough 
• The user could also face such an error if the QuickBooks company file is open 

Steps to Fix QuickBooks Already Has A Company File Open Error

The user can get rid of the error, by carrying the below procedures. 

Method 1: Verifying the company file 

• The user will have to locate the company file and look for the folder with .qbw extension 
• The next step is to check whether the .qbw file is opening up or nit 
• The user will then have to manually open the company file and if it opens then it is an error otherwise the file itself is corrupted 

Method 2: Updating QuickBooks desktop 

The user can try to update QuickBooks desktop and resolve the issue. The steps to be followed are: 

• First of all, start checking whether or not the version of QuickBooks installed in the latest one 
• In case the version installed is not the latest one, then update the software with the latest version of QuickBooks desktop which is available on Intuit’s website 

We end the processes, as well as the post over here, with the hope that the information shared in above might be of some help in fixing the QuickBooks already has a company file open error. 

However, in case of any query, or for any further information, the user can contact our QuickBooks enterprise customer support professionals right away. And our experts and certified ProAdvisors will be happy to help you.