QuickBooks File Doctor Not Working: Quick Solutions to Fix It

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Are you frustrated while trying to run the file doctor tool repeatedly? Although Intuit has made the tool hub utilities seamless to use, sometimes, issues can occur that can lead to the QuickBooks File Doctor not working error. This error message can prevent users from fixing the damaged QBW files and can occur due to some common reasons, like insufficient access permissions or bulky company files. If you encounter the QuickBooks File Doctor taking a long time error, you can perform the troubleshooting steps below to eliminate the issue easily.

You can reach out to our team of QB assistants at +1–855–738–2784 to get professional assistance with the file doctor access problems in the app in case these solutions seem too challenging or technical to undertake.

QuickBooks Desktop File Doctor Not Working: Common Reasons and Scenarios

The following main causes and primary triggers might lead to the QuickBooks File Doctor won't start error -

1. Your QuickBooks file doctor tool version might be old or outdated, and the current utility version might not be compatible with fixing the latest company files.
   
2. There are inadequate user access permissions to run the file doctor tool, and the current user account might be damaged or faulty.
   
3. The company file you are trying to repair might be bulky or have the file size exceeding the maximum limit, which can cause issues while running the process.
   
4. Essential Windows components, like the NET framework, might not be running correctly, and these components might be damaged, corrupted, outdated, or unresponsive in the PC.
   
5. There are software conflicts while running the file doctor tool, and some background apps might cause obstructions while running the file repair process.
   

Essential Methods to Eliminate the Intuit QuickBooks File Doctor Not Working Error

You can dismiss the QuickBooks File Doctor has stopped working error by following the reliable steps below -

Step 1 - Disable the Hosting Mode and Reconfigure the Anti-Virus App by Accessing the Ports

You can resolve the QB file doctor not working error by disabling the hosting mode and modifying the anti-virus app settings.

1. Launch the anti-virus software and choose the Web & Email Protection button, then choose the Firewall option and select Ports.
   
2. Select System Protection and hit the Add button to type eMule in the Service Name section, then open the Local TCP/IP Ports button.
   
3. Write the TCP Data and go to the Open Ports option to select all the workstations, followed by choosing Save and restarting your PC.

Step 2 - Manually Start the QBFD Utility from the QuickBooks File Section

Issues while running the file repair process can be fixed by activating the file doctor tool manually within  QB.

1. Open the QuickBooks File menu and choose Utilities to hit the Repair File and Network Problems option, then access the tool hub with admin privileges.
2. Hit Yes and Continue to commence the scanning process, and once done, verify the issues and launch the company file to check the status of the error.
   

Conclusion

The QuickBooks File Doctor not working error can be effectively removed by following the reliable steps above. If these solutions aren't successful in fixing the file doctor access problems, you can call our QB experts at +1-855-738-2784 to get the best guidance with the error.