Have you ever encountered a QuickBooks company file in use error or other error that prevents you from using your company's files in QuickBooks Desktop for Windows? In this case, this section will show you how to fix the locked file error on QuickBooks Desktop.

Method 1: Look for multiple host systems and stop hosting on all workstations

Method 2: Stop and reboot QuickBooks services on the server

Method 3: Using the QuickBooks tool hub on the server

Method 4: Reinstalling QuickBooks on the server

Method 5: Creating a new user in QuickBooks

Method 6: Creating a new Windows user with admin rights

QuickBooks Company File in Use Erroris considered as a problem in the company file. It is important to get rid of this error as it can corrupt your company files. The methods provided in this blog to resolve this issue will help you resolve this error.