QuickBooks Error H202 is a common issue faced by users when trying to switch to multi-user mode. This error indicates that the multi-user hosting setup is incorrect or there is a communication problem between QuickBooks and the server.

Step 1: Verify Network Connectivity

1. Check Network Configuration:

   • Ensure all computers are connected to the same network.
   • Ping the server from your workstation to confirm connectivity.
   • Press Enter and check for replies.

2. Check Hosting Settings:

   • On each workstation, open QuickBooks.
   • Go to File Utilities. If you see Host Multi-User Access, this computer is not hosting the file. If you see Stop Hosting Multi-User Access, click it to disable hosting.

Step 2: Use QuickBooks Database Server Manager

1. Download and Install the Tool:

   • If not already installed, download QuickBooks Tool Hub from the official Intuit website.
   • Installing the file requires opening the downloaded file and following the prompts on the screen.

2. Run QuickBooks Database Server Manager:

   • Open QuickBooks Tool Hub.
   • Go to the Network Issues tab and select QuickBooks Database Server Manager.
   • In the server manager, click Start Scan after selecting the folder where your company file is stored. This will reconfigure your firewall and permissions automatically.

Step 3: Configure Firewall Settings

1. Add Firewall Ports:

   • Open the Control Panel and go to System and Security Windows Firewall.
   • Click on Advanced Settings, then Inbound Rules, and select New Rule.
   • Choose Port and click Next.
   • Select TCP and enter the following ports: 8019, 56728, 55378-55382.
   • Click Next, allow the connection, and provide a name for this rule.
2. Outbound Rules:

• • Repeat the above steps for outbound rules using the same ports.

Step 4: Check Services on Server

1. Ensure QuickBooks Services are Running:
   • Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
   • Locate QuickBooksDBXX and QBCFMonitorService (XX represents your version of QuickBooks).
   • Ensure both services are set toAutomatic and are running. If not, right-click and select Start.

Step 5: Edit Windows Hosts File

1. Access the Hosts File:

   • Navigate to C:\Windows\System32\Drivers\Etc.
   • Open the hosts file with Notepad.

2. Add Server Information:

   • Add the server IP address and server name at the end of the file. For example
   • 192.168.1.100 ServerName

Step 6: Test Network and Company File

1. Test the Connection:

   • Open QuickBooks on the server.
   • Go to File Utilities Host Multi-User Access.

2. Open Company File in Multi-User Mode:

   • On the workstations, open QuickBooks and the company file.
   • Ensure you can switch to multi-user mode without encountering the H202 error.

Step 7: Additional Tools and Support

1. Run QuickBooks File Doctor:

   • Open QuickBooks Tool Hub and select Company File Issues.
   • Click Run QuickBooks File Doctor, select your company file, and let the tool diagnose and fix issues.

2. Contact Support:

   • If the error persists, Contact QuickBooks support- +1-844-508-2335 for advanced troubleshooting.

By following these detailed steps, you can effectively troubleshoot and resolve QuickBooks Error H202, ensuring smooth multi-user operation.

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