QuickBooks is powerful accounting software used by countless businesses for its efficiency and versatility. However, like any complex software, it can occasionally encounter errors. One such error is QuickBooks Error h202, which can disrupt your ability to work on multi-user mode. In this article, we'll delve into the causes, solutions, and preventive measures to tackle this issue and get back to smooth accounting operations.

Let's explore the steps to resolve QuickBooks Error Code H202 and get your multi-user mode up and running smoothly.

Step 1: Use QuickBooks File Doctor

QuickBooks File Doctor is a tool provided by Intuit to diagnose and repair common QuickBooks file and network issues. Download and run this tool to see if it can resolve Error H202.

Step 2: Verify Hosting Settings

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Open QuickBooks on the computer where the company file is stored.

·         Navigate to the File menu and select Utilities.

·         Ensure that the "Host Multi-User Access" option is not selected. If it is, turn it off.

·         Move to the next computer and repeat these steps, ensuring that only the host computer has hosting enabled.

Step 3: Check Firewall and Security Settings

Review your firewall and security software settings to ensure that they are not blocking QuickBooks. Create firewall rules if necessary to allow QuickBooks through.

Step 4: Edit Windows Hosts File

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On each workstation, open the Windows Hosts file (located at C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts) in Notepad as an administrator.

·         Add the IP address and computer name of the host computer that stores the company file. Save the file.

Step 5: Restart QuickBooks Database Server Manager

·         On the host computer, press Win + R to open the Run dialog.

·         Type in "services.msc" and hit Enter.

Locate the QuickBooks Database Server Manager service and restart it.