QuickBooks Error H202 is one of the most common errors that the users might face while they are attempting to access QuickBooks in multi-user mode. Generally, the multi-user error implies that firewall settings are blocking the server's connection in multi-user mode. QuickBooks Desktop Error H202 flashes on the screen with an error message stating: "This company file is on another computer, and QuickBooks needs some help connecting".

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What are the major reasons associated with the QuickBooks Error H202?

  1. There is an issue with the QuickBooks Database Server Manager.
  2. Network connectivity issue is one of the major causes that causes QB Error H202.

Quick and straightforward solutions to fix QuickBooks Error H202

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Solution 1: Run the QuickBooks Database Server Manager on the server from the Tool Hub

It is necessary to install the QuickBooks Tool hub to run the QuickBooks Database Server Manager.

Step 1. Know more about how to download and install the QB tool hub

  1. Download the most recently launched version of the tool hub by accessing the official website of Intuit. Click on the download link of the tool hub. In case, you have installed the tool hub earlier, make sure you are using the latest version of it.
  2. Go to the Download folder, click on the downloaded setup file of tool hub twice.
  3. Soon after this, follow the onscreen instructions carefully and then agree to the terms and conditions mentioned in the agreement.
  4. As a result, you will get the QB Tool hub icon on your desktop, double-click on it to open.

Step 2. Start the QuickBooks Database Server Manager from the tool hub

  1. Firstly, launch the QuickBooks Tool hub on your workstation and then click Network Issues. 
  2. In the next step, choose QuickBooks Database Server Manager. In case you don't have QuickBooks software on the system, it will ask you to install it.
  3. Now, within the QuickBooks Database Server Manager, click the Start Scan option when you see your company File folder. Whereas, if you are not able to locate the company file folder, click Browse. Then, choose the Start Scan option. 
  4. Soon after this, Database Server Manager will fix your firewall permissions automatically. After the scan process is over, click Close.
  5. At last, launch the QB software on every workstation where you get the QB Error Code H202. Click File and then choose the Switch to Multi-User Mode option.

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Solution 2. Ping the server from your workstation to verify the network connection

Step 1: Switch on Network Discovery on the server computer and any workstations having QB Error H202

  1. Click on the Windows Start menu on the server and workstations.
  2. Thereafter, type in "Network" within the search box and then launch Network and Sharing Center.
  3. You have to click or tap on the Change advanced sharing settings menu.
  4. Now, ensure that the Turn on network discovery checkbox is selected from the Network Discovery and File and Printer sharing sections.

Step 2. Get your server name from the server 

  1. Click the Windows Start menu on your desktop.
  2. Now type "Run" in the Search box and then press Enter key. As a result, it will open the Run dialogue box.
  3. In the Run window, type "CMD" and then hit the Enter button or key.
  4. Thereafter, type "ipconfig/all" within the CMD window and click Ok.
  5. Locate the Hostname within the Windows IP Configuration segment. You will get the server name on the right-hand side of the window.
  6. Note down the hostname at a safer place. Else copy the hostname to a word document so that you can easily find it.

Step 3. Return to the workstation to verify the server connectivity

  1. Click on the Windows Start menu.
  2. Now you have tooOpen the Run Window on your PC.
  3. Now you have to type "CMD" In the Run window.
  4. Now, type in "ping_(the server name)" and then press the Enter key or button.

The above-mentioned troubleshooting steps will surely help the users to rectify the QuickBooks Desktop Error H303. In case, you still have any doubts regarding QuickBooks Error H303, feel free to reach our qualified and proficient experts available 24*7 by placing a call at the toll-free number 1.855.738.2784.

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