You need to upgrade the QB version from time to time to ensure that the application is running smoothly. But sometimes, connectivity issues can disrupt the update process, which can trigger the QuickBooks connection has been lost error on the screen. The issue can arise when the internet connectivity is weak, among other possible reasons. In this article, we will help you eliminate the QB connection to server has been lost error message with easy steps.

If you are having trouble understanding the steps or resolving the error code on your own, you can reach out to us at 1.855.738.2784 to get assistance from our QB professionals.

Possible Reasons for the QuickBooks Network Connection Failure

You might be getting the QuickBooks the connection to the company file has been lost message due to the following common causes –

  1. Poor or unstable internet connection is a prominent reason for the network connection error.
  2. You do not have sufficient permissions to access the data file, which is leading to restriction issues.
  3. Windows firewall or your anti-virus program is causing an obstruction, which is preventing QuickBooks from accessing the connection.
  4. Your QuickBooks Desktop files might be corrupt, damaged, or missing from the system.
  5. The multi-user mode is enabled on multiple systems, which can trigger connection issues.

How to Tackle the Connection has been Lost in QuickBooks Desktop Issue?

You can address the connection has been lost error message by using the solutions provided below –

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Solution 1 – Run the ADR Tool to Mend the Company File Issues

To eradicate the QuickBooks connection has been lost abort error, you need to run the ADR tool.

  1. Download the QuickBooks Tool Hub setup file from Intuit’s official site, and once the download is complete, run the downloaded installer file to install the utility.
  2. Run the tool by double-clicking the icon and moving to the Company File Issues tab to select the Quick Fix My File option and run a company file repair process.
  3. Let the tool repair the damage in the company file, and once done, try to access the company file and use the QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery Tool to recover the data.

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Solution 2 – Resolve General QB Issues by Activating the Quick Fix My Program Utility

You can dismiss the connection issues by mending your program issues from the tool hub.

  1. Download the QuickBooks Tool Hub utility and save the Tool Hub installer file to an easily accessible, and once downloaded, double-click the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file to install the utility.
  2. Agree to the terms and conditions and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation and run QuickBooks Tool Hub to go to the Program Problems tab.
  3. Select the Quick Fix My Program tool and run the tool to repair QuickBooks and mend the network connection issues.

Conclusion

The QuickBooks connection has been lost error can be easily eliminated by using the solutions provided above. If the error persists, you can reach out to us at 1.855.738.2784 to get assistance from our technical support team.

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