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What is “Qbdbmgrn not running on this computer” error and What to do About it?

What is “Qbdbmgrn not running on this computer” error and What to do About it?

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‘Qbdbmgrn not running on this computer 2021’ error message pops up on the screen when the user tries to switch the QuickBooks desktop application in multi-user mode. The error usually occurs when the QuickBooks services such as Server Manager and QBCF Monitor services are not running on the server computer or the QuickBooks desktop is unable to connect with it. In addition, the ‘qbcfmonitorservice not running on this computer’ may also trigger off while opening the QuickBooks company file in multi-user mode. This article will brief you on the ‘QuickBooks 2021 server not running’ error. So, read carefully till the end.

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What leads to the ‘Qbdbmgrn not running on this computer server 2020’ error?

The multiple reasons to the ‘QuickBooks 2021 server not running’ error are listed below:

  1. QuickBooks services are not running on the computer.

  2. QuickBooks and Database Server Manager are not updated.

  3. The system’s firewall is blocking the multi-user connection to QuickBooks.

  4. There might be some damage or corruption in the QuickBooks company file.

  5. The QuickBooks software has been infected by a virus.

  6. As of now, you are in the know of the factors behind the error. Let’s proceed to the solutions given below in order to fix the problem.

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Best Possible Solutions for ‘Qbdbmgrn not running on this computer 2021’ error

Here we have enumerated the most effective troubleshooting steps to fix the “QuickBooks 2021 server not running” error:

Solution 1. Update QuickBooks and Database Server Manager

Updating the QuickBooks desktop application will automatically update the software. Follow these steps to download the update file:

  1. To begin with, close your company files and QuickBooks.

  2. Open the Windows Start menu.

  3. Hover over QuickBooks Desktop and right-click on its icon and select Run as administrator.

  4. Move to the No Company Open screen and click on the Help menu and select Update QuickBooks Desktop.

  5. Go to the Options tab and select Mark All.

  6. Then, click Save.

  7. Navigate to the Update Now tab and select the Reset Update checkbox.

  8. To initiate the download, select Get Updates.

  9. When the update finishes, reopen QuickBooks Desktop.

  10. To install the updates, click Yes.

  11. Once the install finishes, restart your workstation. If ‘Qbdbmgrn not running on this computer 2021’ error message persists, follow the steps given in the next solution.

Solution 2. QuickBooks is installed on the server computer

  1. Open QuickBooks and select Open or Restore option.

  2. Select Open a company and click Next.

  3. Choose the company file and select Open file in multi-user mode.

  4. After that, close the company file on the server computer.

  5. If you still get the same error, proceed to the next solution.

Solution 3. Run QuickBooks File Doctor to fix company file issues

To run the File Doctor tool, first, get QuickBooks Tool Hub on your workstation:

  1. Exit QuickBooks desktop.

  2. Download the most recent version of the QuickBooks Tool Hub.

  3. Navigate to downloads and Open the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.

  4. Install the tool hub by following the on-screen steps.

  5. Also, agree to the terms and conditions.

  6. When the installation completes, the QuickBooks Tool Hub icon will appear on the desktop.

  7. Open the tool hub and choose the Company File Issues tab.

  8. Click Run QuickBooks File Doctor.

  9. Next, choose the company file from the drop-down menu.

  10. If the file is not visible, click Browse and search the file.

  11. Select the Check you file option and click Continue.

  12. Enter the admin login credentials and select Next. If the ‘Qbdbmgrn not running on this computer 2021’ error persists, move on to the next solution.

Solution 4. Try to start QuickBooks services again

Follow these steps to restart the QuickBooks server manager on the server computer:

  1. Hit Windows and R keys together and then type ‘services.msc’ in the Run window and hit Enter.

  2. Choose the QuickBooks Database version by scrolling down the services.

  3. Right-click on QuickBooks DBXX and click Restart.

We hope the information shared in the article help you resolve the ‘Qbdbmgrn not running on this computer’ error. If the issue continues, talk to certified QuickBooks professionals by dialing our helpline number +1 800-417-5147.

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