QuickBooks is simple and easy-to-use accounting software, but technical glitches can occur due to its extensive coding. One such issue is QuickBooks Error code 14106, which displays a warning text stating that the company file was not updated successfully.

This error occurs when an outdated version of the company file is used with the latest QB. As a result, users lose access to their important data and are unable to proceed. The article provides solutions to fix this issue.

A brief review of QuickBooks Error 14106

Users often update their QuickBooks software to the latest version available but may forget or neglect to update their corresponding company file. In order for the two to work together seamlessly, it's important that both are up to date. If the user fails to update the company file, QuickBooks Error Code 14106 can occur on the device. There are a few solutions available to resolve this issue, which will be discussed below.

DIY Methods to Rectify the QuickBooks Error 14106

Here are some steps you can follow:

Method 1 - Upgrade your Company File in Parts

• Download and install an older version of QuickBooks, such as QuickBooks 13.
• Open QuickBooks 13 and your company file.
• Press F2 to access the Product Information window and note down the file location.
• Go to the Files tab and choose Utilities.
• Select Rebuild Data and wait for the tool to prepare your file.
• Click on File, then Open or Restore Company and choose "Open a company file."

• Select your company file and click Open.
• Use your Admin login credentials to sign into the file.
• Click on Update Now and then Done.
• Your file is now upgraded to Q13.
• Repeat the same steps to update QuickBooks to the recent version and then update your company file.

Method 2: Restore a backup of company file

• Close all open programs and launch QuickBooks Desktop.
• Click on the File button and then select Open or Restore Company.

• Choose the Restore a backup copy option and click Next.
• Select Local Backup, click Next, and then search for the backup file (company file name.qbb).

• Choose a folder where you want to save the file, which should not be the same as the original file's location.
• Click "Open" and then "Save."
• Follow the prompts that appear to complete the restoration process.
• Restart your computer and open QuickBooks Desktop.

Method 3: Perform an auto data conversion

If none of the previous solutions have worked, you may need to try this method to resolve QuickBooks Error 14106. Sometimes, you might need to switch from one version of QuickBooks to another or to a different software, which requires converting your data to a different format to prevent any issues with data integrity or security. Another instance where an auto data conversion might be necessary is when you want to change the format in which your data is saved, such as from a company file format (.qbw) to an Excel sheet.

Method 4: Download and Install the Updates again

• Open QuickBooks Desktop and press F2 to access the Product Information window.
• Check if your QB is updated to the latest version.
• Close QB and open the Window Start menu.
• Search for QuickBooks Desktop, right-click on it, and select Run as Administrator to open the No Company Open window.

• Click on Help and then select Update QuickBooks Desktop.
• After that hit a click on Options and choose Mark All, then click on Save.

• Also click on Update Now and select Reset Update.
• Now, at last, hit a click on Get Updates and then click Yes to install the updates.

Summing up!

We hope that the solutions mentioned above have helped you in resolving the QuickBooks error 14016 issue. If you are still struggling with the error and cannot proceed, it is advisable to seek help from our QuickBooks desktop error support team. Our experts are readily available on 1-800-615-2347 for round-the-clock assistance.

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