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Deadwood Al
Sep 3, 2024 12:39 AM UTC
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Question: If we make a local backup and set a maximum number of backup files to exist, is there a way to have the system automatically delete the oldest file when the max number is reached? Ideally I would like the backup to run at night when no one is on the system, but if the backup doesn't really complete because it's waiting for someone to respond to the question of whether it's ok to delete the oldest file, that sort of deletes the purpose, sort of.

    LouiseG12Answer
    Sep 3, 2024 1:37 AM UTC

    Hi there, Deadwood.

     

    When performing a local backup in QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) and the maximum number of files is reached, old files cannot be deleted automatically. Thus, you'll need to delete the files manually when the maximum number of backups is reached.

     

    Moreover, if you encounter an issue while restoring your backup file, you can utilize this article for ideas on resolving it: Fix backup company file issues in QuickBooks Desktop.

     

    Let us know if you have additional questions regarding backing up your company files in QBDT. We're always here to assist you.

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    LouiseG12Answer
    Sep 3, 2024 1:37 AM UTC

    Hi there, Deadwood.

     

    When performing a local backup in QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) and the maximum number of files is reached, old files cannot be deleted automatically. Thus, you'll need to delete the files manually when the maximum number of backups is reached.

     

    Moreover, if you encounter an issue while restoring your backup file, you can utilize this article for ideas on resolving it: Fix backup company file issues in QuickBooks Desktop.

     

    Let us know if you have additional questions regarding backing up your company files in QBDT. We're always here to assist you.

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