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QuickBooks connection has been lost: Rectified easily


Did you come across the "QuickBooks connection has been lost" while accessing the company data file? You can also experience this error while opening or using QuickBooks desktop. This error can arise when the software loses its connection to the company file. The users should note that unsaved data might not be recovered. Instead, you will have to re-enter the data. At the same time, some other causes can also trigger this error on your desktop. You need to go through this entire blog to understand the fixes and the causes of the error.

Are you looking for immediate assistance to fix the "QuickBooks connection has been lost” error? If yes, ring us on 1.855.738.2784 and get to speak to the experts directly. We have a team of QuickBooks professionals who can quickly help you rectify this error.

What triggers the connection error in QuickBooks?

  • Corrupted data in the company file could cause a connection error in QuickBooks.

  • QuickBooks network connection failure may arise if your company data file is on a removable storage device.

  • A connection error could also appear if you have multiple QuickBooks versions installed.

Users using the stand-alone system could encounter this error for the following reasons

  • An error message about a lost QuickBooks network connection could appear if an antivirus application prevents you from accessing your QuickBooks desktop.

  • This error on your screen could result from a damaged or corrupted company file.

  • The error could appear if the company file needs additional permissions.

Solutions to fix the QuickBooks network connection failure

Go through the solutions and implement them on your system to rectify the QuickBooks network connection failure.

Solution 1: Utilize the QB tool hub

  • Download and install the QB tool hub on your system.

  • Launch the file you downloaded.

  • Go through the on-screen prompts to finish the installation.

  • Double-click the tool hub to launch it after the installation is complete.

  • Go to the QB tool hub and select program problems.

  • Choose the Quick fix my program option now and let it run.

  • Verify that the error has been fixed.

Solution 2: Check the network

  • Open another file that was saved to the server to verify access.

  • Create a Word or MS Excel document, and then delete it.

  • Check if you cannot add or remove files in Word or Excel.

  • At last, try to configure the windows permissions that QB needs.

You can also try launching the tool hub and then running QuickBooks file doctor if you can still see the error popping on your screen.

Final thoughts!

We have come to the end section of the blog and hope you can successfully eliminate the "QuickBooks connection has been lost" error. You can also dial us on 1.855.738.2784 and speak to the experts directly if you are struggling with the same error. They can help and guide you to fix this error.

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