Error 6094 can cause frustration for users due to error messages, slow performance, and system hanging or freezing. This error occurs when security applications like Spy Hunter, AVG Antivirus, and PC Tools Internet Security detect QuickBooks files as a potential threat and modify or block them. The error message appears when trying to start the QuickBooks application. Read this article to learn about the causes and solutions of this error.
Users may encounter QuickBooks Error Code 6094 when attempting to access the company file. This error is often caused by third-party anti-virus programs installed on the device.
Incorrect settings in the anti-virus software can restrict QuickBooks from functioning properly on the system. Examples of these programs include SpyHunter, AVG Antivirus, and PC Tools Internet Security, although there may be others. When the error occurs, a warning message will appear on the desktop indicating that QuickBooks is unable to start the database server that manages access to the company file.
There are several reasons why this error can occur, including:
- The primary reason for this error is the presence of anti-virus programs like AVG Anti-virus, SpyHunter Malware Blocking, and PC Tools Internet Security.
- These programs can interfere with QuickBooks files and processes, triggering the error.
- The error occurs when attempting to launch the database server responsible for managing access to the QuickBooks Company file.