Error messages

If error messages XE "error messages" stop operation, they can be characterized as in the previous paragraph, as indicating a problem in one company file, all of QuickBooks, or all over the computer. For most error messages, the sequence is as for erratic operation: Check the file system, consider that the operating system or QuickBooks program files might have problems, and lastly look into Verify and Rebuild.

Some error messages have a string of numerical values, some of which are significant in solving problems:

V=4 Version of QuickBooks

R=11 Maintenance release. During the life of a version of QuickBooks, updates may be released to solve problems. Other than calling Tech Support, the web site lists current releases. Consistent incorrect operation is the usual reason for installing a later release.

C=43 Error code number. A few are tabulated below. For any codes not in the tabulation, the full sequence of procedures should be tried, but is likely that Verify and Rebuild will be needed.