How to Fix QuickBooks Error Code H202?

Talking about QuickBooks error code H202, it can be experienced when a workstation fails to communicate with the company file and doesn’t permit the users to access the company file. This error basically belongs to the H series error, and appears with an error message that says “You are trying to work with a company file that is located on another system, and this copy of QuickBooks cannot reach the server on that computer”. There can be different factors causing such an error, which we have tried to mention in this segment. Thus, if you are interested, then make sure to read this post till the end. Or you can also get in touch with our QuickBooks support team for immediate assistance or to get the issue resolved with the help of professionals.

What leads to QuickBooks error code H202?

The user can end up in such an error due to a bunch of factors listed below:

• One of the reasons can be if the QuickBooks error code H202 port not available
• Also, if there is a clash in multiple QuickBooks database server manager versions running
• The user can also face similar issue if the QuickBooks workstation is unable to pint the host system
• Also, if the QuickBooks communication is blocked by a security software of a firewall
• Another factor causing such an error can be if there is a conflict between the QuickBooks database manager and the DNS server

Method 1: Verify the QuickBooks Services

1. The very first step is to ensure that “QuickBooksDBXX & QBCFMonitor” services and start this.
   • Click on Windows “Start” button.
   • And then press the keys as “Windows + R” keys to run the program.
   • In that running dialog box, type as “MSC” and hit “Enter” key.
2. Service Window: – Scroll down and the presence of QuickBooks DBXX service.
3. QuickBooksDBXX service is not seen or unable to look forward as.
   • With the help of using Database Server Manager now confirm it and get to installed on a server.
   • Now “Run” your full program on a server, first open the QuickBooks now select and then verified that the hosting is enabled or not.
4. Give a double-click the “QuickBooksDBXX” service. Then get to confirm what is the Startup type & also the service status begins.

Steps to resolve the QuickBooks error code H202

The user can try to append the QuickBooks server information into windows host file to resolve this issue. The steps involved in here are as follows:

• The user is recommended to apply this method on the systems where he/she is getting QuickBooks error code H202
• The windows host file might be located at (C:\windows\system32\drivers\etc)
• Now, browse to the windows host file location
• The user should then right click the windows host file and choose open with option and also select notepad
• The next step is to move to the end of the host file and also type in the IP address of the server
• Once done with that, the user press tab key and type QuickBooks server name
• The last step is to press ctrl + S to save the changes in the host file and then close the note pad

The error code H202 might be resolved by now, once the above steps are followed properly. However, if you continue to face the error, then you need to consult a professional. You can ring up to us at our toll-free number +1(844)405-0907, and our team will provide you with immediate assistance.