QuickBooks is one of the most popular and optimal software for accounting. The software comes with advanced features and user-friendly interface. It offers the most effective accounts management system. However, at times, several errors occur. One such error is ‘Enterprise error H303’. In this tech article, let us know in detail about QuickBooks error H303 and the different solutions to this error.

What is QuickBooks Error Message H303?

While accessing QuickBooks, sometimes situations may occur when error messages show up on the screen. Upon the QuickBooks error H303, the message: “Error Code: H303: This company file is on another computer, and QuickBooks needs some help connecting.”

What are the causes of QuickBooks Error H303?

Following are the possible causes behind to the QB error code H303:

• Collapsed/Damaged/incorrect .ND folders.
• Inaccurate functioning of the system network.
• Inappropriate hosting configuration.
• Restricted communication due to authentication of Firewall.
• Inaccessible company folders.
• Due to computer network issue, disallowed file transfer within the system.
• Failed initiation of components like QuickBooks Database Server Manager Services or QBFC Monitor.

Signs of QuickBooks Error H303

1. Slowing down or freezing of the software.
2. Inability of users to start multi-user settings.
3. Issues with accessing the QuickBooks file.
4. Problem with opening the OS on the computer system.

How to Fix Error Code H303 in QuickBooks?

Ways to overcome from QuickBooks error code H303 using these easy steps:

Solution 1: Install QuickBooks File Doctor

1. Confirm whether QuickBooks is installed on the server.
2. Ensure proper configuration.
3. Now, Run the QuickBooks File Doctor Tool. This tool scans, fixes and rectifies the error automatically.

Solution 2: Change the Setting of the Location of the Folder

1. At first, create a new folder.
2. Mark, copy and paste the .QBW folder in the new folder.

Solution 3: With Firewall Authentication, create new setting

1. On the open window, choose Control Panel Firewall Authentication.
2. Click on Allow a program through the firewall option.
3. Go to the exception list.
4. After that click on Add Programs.

1. Select Add QuickBooks (version).
2. Verify the changes made.

Solution 4: Check the hosting services of QuickBooks

• Press Windows + R keys.

1. On the Run window, type MSC.
2. Press Enter key.
3. In the Search bar, type Services.msc.

1. Search for QuickBooksDBXX.
2. Double-click on the QB DBSS service option.

Solution 5: Check the QuickBooks Settings

1. Open QuickBooks.
2. Select the required folders on both the systems.
3. Choose File Utilities.
4. Mark the Stop Hosting Multi-User Configuration checkbox.

1. Click Turn on Hosting from either of the systems.
2. Once again, move to Utilities again.
3. Use the host multi-user configuration feature.

1. Restart both the systems with new configuration settings.

Conclusion

The QuickBooks Payroll error H303 may arise due to various reasons, but the ways of resolving it are quite simple. A proper understanding of the methods is important to solve the error. However, if any doubt still remains regarding the payroll or any other issues related to accounting, you can feel free to contact us at our QuickBooks desktop enterprise support number i.e., 1-800-615-2347.