QuickBooks Unable to Backup Company File! Let’s Fix it

Backing up a company file is optional that does not mean it is not essential. On the contrary, it is of utmost importance that you regularly back up your company file so that in case of any mishappening, you can recover your lost data. This can be done in multiple ways. You can either manually take a backup and move it to an external storage device or use an online service like Intuit Data Protect to automatically backup the company data to Intuit’s online secure servers. However, there is an issue that you might face along the way of backing up your company data which strikes in the form of an error message that reads “QuickBooks unable to backup company file.” If you are also dealing with a similar situation and don’t know how to deal with it, keep reading this article and resolve this issue like a pro.

Immediate help resolving data backup related issues can be resolved by contacting QuickBooks support at +1-855-856-0042.

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These could be the reasons you are unable to back up your company file

• One of the primary reasons you might face difficulties backing up your company data is its corruption.
• General issues with your internet connection can also prevent QuickBooks from backing up company data to online cloud storage.

As you are now aware of two most common reasons for the issues you face while backing up your company file, let’s move to next section of this article and see how you can fix above with some simple steps.

Solutions to Fix Company File Backup Error

Solution 1: Verify the Data Damage and Repair it if Required

1. Run QuickBooks and click the File tab from the top menu bar.
2. Select the Utilities section and choose the Verify Data option from the drop-down list.
3. This will start the QuickBooks Verify Data Utility that will analyze the company file and figure out if there is damage in it.
4. If the verify data tool finds any damage in the company file, it will prompt you to repair it by showing you Rebuild Data option.
5. If you don’t see Rebuild Data option, go to the File tab again and click the Rebuild Data option under the Utility drop-down menu.
6. The Rebuild Data Utility will repair the damage found by the Verify Data Tool, and once the repair process completes, your company file will be free of any damage.

Solution 2: Verify and Fix your Internet Connectivity

1. Go to the internet browser you usually use to access the internet like Google Chrome and visit any safe website like Google or Intuit.com.
2. If you see error while accessing the website, this indicates you are not properly connected to the internet.
3. You will need to reset your router and refresh your internet connectivity settings.
4. For more help rectifying the issues with your internet connection, you can reach your internet service provider.

Solution 1: Verify the Data Damage and Repair it if Required

1. Run QuickBooks and click the File tab from the top menu bar.
2. Select the Utilities section and choose the Verify Data option from the drop-down list.
3. This will start the QuickBooks Verify Data Utility that will analyze the company file and figure out if there is damage in it.
4. If the verify data tool finds any damage in the company file, it will prompt you to repair it by showing you Rebuild Data option.
5. If you don’t see Rebuild Data option, go to the File tab again and click the Rebuild Data option under the Utility drop-down menu.
6. The Rebuild Data Utility will repair the damage found by the Verify Data Tool, and once the repair process completes, your company file will be free of any damage.

Solution 2: Verify and Fix your Internet Connectivity

1. Go to the internet browser you usually use to access the internet like Google Chrome and visit any safe website like Google or Intuit.com.
2. If you see error while accessing the website, this indicates you are not properly connected to the internet.
3. You will need to reset your router and refresh your internet connectivity settings.
4. For more help rectifying the issues with your internet connection, you can reach your internet service provider.

Solution 1: Verify the Data Damage and Repair it if Required

1. Run QuickBooks and click the File tab from the top menu bar.
2. Select the Utilities section and choose the Verify Data option from the drop-down list.
3. This will start the QuickBooks Verify Data Utility that will analyze the company file and figure out if there is damage in it.
4. If the verify data tool finds any damage in the company file, it will prompt you to repair it by showing you Rebuild Data option.
5. If you don’t see Rebuild Data option, go to the File tab again and click the Rebuild Data option under the Utility drop-down menu.
6. The Rebuild Data Utility will repair the damage found by the Verify Data Tool, and once the repair process completes, your company file will be free of any damage.

Solution 2: Verify and Fix your Internet Connectivity

1. Go to the internet browser you usually use to access the internet like Google Chrome and visit any safe website like Google or Intuit.com.
2. If you see error while accessing the website, this indicates you are not properly connected to the internet.
3. You will need to reset your router and refresh your internet connectivity settings.
4. For more help rectifying the issues with your internet connection, you can reach your internet service provider.

Hopefully, after getting your internet connectivity issues fixed, you will be able to back up your company file securely. If you are still getting the “QuickBooks Unable to Backup Company File” error, we suggest you reach QuickBooks support for advanced help at +1-855-856-0042.

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