Quickbooks desktop might encounter an error- Unable to backup company files in QuickBooks mac / windows while trying to backup the company files data (.qbw) using backup options. There can be several reasons for Unable to backup company files in QuickBooks mac / windows, for instance QBW file corruption or the damaged .ND files.
What are the reasons for Unable to backup company files in QuickBooks mac / windows error?
Company files might be damaged.
Network data files are damaged.
Company file name might be exceeding 65 characters.
Size limit of company file backup might exceed 3 GB.
During the backup process, the company file might be in use by another user.
Backup storage media might not be available.
Quickbooks settings may have the wrong backup path.
What causes error - Unable to backup company files in QuickBooks mac / windows?
Solution 1: Running Antivirus scan
To fix Unable to backup company files in QuickBooks mac / windows issues, you must run a thorough antivirus scan. This should be done by any trusted antivirus tool.
Solution 2: Updating Quickbooks.
If the backup error persists, you need to update Quickbooks.
Open the Quickbooks.
Go to the help menu.
Reach the update Quickbooks.
Click on Get updates after clicking update now.
Solution 3:Checking backup path
When the backup path is faulty or is unavailable, then Quickbooks may fail in creating the company file.
So, you must check the backup location drive.
If backup is present on the external drive, ensure that it is firmly connected.
For this,
Open Quickbooks.
Reach the preferences.
Then, check the backup directory where the backup is to be saved.
After verifying the path, check if it is valid and accessible.
Solution 4: Renaming the company file.
Open Quickbooks.
Go to the company file location.
Right click the file.
Select the rename option.
There should be no special characters.
Rename the file.
Hopefully, Error - Unable to backup company files in QuickBooks mac / windows is resolved by now!! If the error - Unable to backup company files in QuickBooks mac / windows still persists, connect to QBSsolved at +1(888) 910 1619
