QuickBooks Desktop has been witnessing a multitude of technical error codes of different origins that keep impeding users while performing their accounting operations through this accounting software. One such error code is the QuickBooks error 19062 00238, which prevents users from creating journal entries in QuickBooks. 

Furthermore, this error may also prevent you from getting access to your company file. There are several aspects to this error, which we shall be discussing and addressing in the subsequent sections of this article. By the end of this article, we will make sure that the error gets annihilated once and for all.

Symptoms of QuickBooks error code 19062 00238

You are unable to create journal entries in the software and are instead obstructed by an error message.

• Repeated freezing of the accounting software.
• The abrupt crashing of the QuickBooks software also indicates the error 19062 00238.
• Crashing of the software while performing some critical task
• Unable to access or print your transactions in QuickBooks.

Major causes behind QuickBooks Error Code 19062 00238

This error can be caused due to the following reasons:

• QuickBooks not updated
• Poor internet connectivity or ancillary network-related issue may also lead to this error.
• Files associated to QuickBooks are corrupted
• Abrupt shutdown of your computer due to a power failure can cause corruption in the QuickBooks files, thus leading to the error code.

Strategies to Resolve QuickBooks Error Code 19062 00238

The user should read this section carefully as it unfolds different troubleshooting strategies to help users fix this error in QuickBooks.

Strategy 1: QuickBooks update can rectify the error

The first potential strategy to resolve QuickBooks Error 19062 00238 is to update QB, the steps for which are:

• At first, you need to open the QuickBooks.
• After that tap the F2 key within QuickBooks to launch the product information.

• Note down the current version of your QuickBooks software.
• In next step close your QuickBooks and any running programs in the background.
• Run your QuickBooks desktop System Administrator.

• Now navigate to the Help menu and choose the Update QuickBooks Desktop option.

• In the next step you need to choose Mark All option under the Options tab.
• Then choose Update Now option and select the Reset Update option as well.
• Now hit a click on the Get Updates option.

Strategy 2: Make use of the Quick Fix my Program feature of Tool Hub

The QuickBooks tool Hub is a composite tool that has ensured the seamless functioning of QuickBooks by troubleshooting various accounting issues affecting the software. 

• At first, you need to download the most recent version of the QuickBooks Tool Hub by visiting the official website of Intuit. 
• After that save the downloaded file to a convenient location.
• Having saved the file, double-click the downloaded .exe file to launch the installation process.
• Now make sure to comply with the terms and conditions that show up on your screen.
• After a successful installation, run the Tools Hub by double-clicking on its Desktop icon.

• Thereafter, proceed to the Program Issues tab and choose the Quick Fix My Program feature.
• Let the feature search for any issues in your accounting software. 
• Finally, restart QuickBooks to examine if the solution helped you towards the fixation of error 19062 00238.

Strategy 3: The Install Diagnostic tool can be employed to fix this problem

Another essential feature of the Tool Hub is the QuickBooks install Diagnostic Tool.

• Launch the QuickBooks Tool Hub by double-tapping on its Desktop icon.
• Now, visit the Installation Issues tab on the screen.

• Within the Installation Issues tab, proceed to the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool. 
• Now the diagnostic tool will start diagnosing installation-related issues within the QuickBooks.
• Once the process done, reboot your software.

Strategy 4: Run Verify Rebuild for QuickBooks Premier Accountant

If the previous solutions don't fix the error, you should use the Verify and Rebuild data tool. You are required to follow the steps provided below to use the tool:

Verifying the data

• Start off by hitting the File menu.
• Thereafter, you need to choose the Verify Data option available under Utilities.

Rebuilding the data

• You are required to opt for the File menu.
• After that proceed ahead to Utilities.
• Within utilities, you are supposed to opt for the Rebuild Data option.

• You will now be prompted to back up your company file. Herein, pick Ok to proceed with the backup.
• Save the backup at the location of your choice. 
• The Rebuild Data tool will initiate its procedure after the backup is made.
• Once the rebuilding process is over, the "Rebuild has completed" prompt will show up, wherein you are required to hit Ok.

Strategy 5: The Local Backup should be restored

• The first step is to open the QuickBooks Desktop and then hitting on the File menu.
• Within the File menu, choose the Open or Restore Company option.

• Afterward, choose to Restore a backup copy (.qbb) and then hit on Next tab.
• Opt for Local backup, and then hit on Next.

• You now need to search for the location containing your company file backup. The file will show up with the .qbb extension.
• Choose the backup file and then hit on Open, followed by tapping on Next.
• Choose the location wherein you want your backup file to be saved. After opting for one, hit on the Save option and choose the destination of your choice to save the file.

Strategy 6: Suppress QuickBooks Desktop

Suppressing QB program has fixed the error in most cases, and the process to do it is:

• Initially, you need to hit and hold the Ctrl key on the keyboard.
• After that double-Tap on the QuickBooks icon to launch it.
• Keep holding the Ctrl key when the No Company open window shows up.

• Now choose the file and then keep holding the Alt key and hit on Open.
• Once the file opens, hit on Ok to conclude. Follow it up by checking if the error code 19062 00238 got fixed.

Strategy 7: Repair QuickBooks Desktop is a viable option 

To fix this issue, you should repair the QuickBooks software, and if this roundabout doesn't fix the issue, then it is recommended to go for a Clean install of QuickBooks Desktop.

• Initially, visit the Control Panel from the Start menu, and then head for the Programs and Features option.
• Opt for the QuickBooks program from the long list.
• Now, opt for Uninstall/Change option and then head for the Repair button.

• Finally, restart your computer and then launch QuickBooks after the repair process finishes. 
• If the error got fixed, well and good. If not, then you should go for a clean installation of QuickBooks.

Concluding

This blog discussed viable methods that should help in the permanent resolution of QuickBooks Error 19062 00238. If you still face any technical difficulties, you can call our QuickBooks desktop error support team at 1-800-615-2347.