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igendreau
January 30, 2025
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Quickbooks 24 Server Manager Multi-User Issues

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We just upgraded from QB Enterprise 22 Enterprise to 24 Enterprise, including updating the install on the server. We had no issues with QB 22 and multi-user access. However, after upgrading to QB 24, it seems that things run fine for several hours, and then multi-user access gets interrupted. This usually becomes noticeable by someone trying to log in and being told that someone else must have the file open in single user mode.

 

To fix it, all I have to do is open QB Database Server Manager, hit Start Scan, let Server Manager do it's thing, and it's fixed.  In fact, if I do it relative quickly, the users who were in the database never know anything has changed.

 

Our IT firm has researched to make sure we have plenty of HD space, RAM, etc... and concluded we've got loads to spare. They've uninstalled QB Database Server Manager and reinstalled on the server. Still no luck. and now the recommendation is to move QB to another server.  QB has run GREAT on this server for a couple years. It seems that there must be something we can look at and figure out what is causing the interruption.  Any ideas I can try? 

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Rea_M
January 30, 2025

Hello, igendreau! I’m thrilled to see you making your first post and congratulations on upgrading your QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) Enterprise. Using QuickBooks Database Server Manager to share your company files across your network is an excellent way to streamline your workload and collaborate more efficiently. I'm committed to providing you with the support you need and finding effective solutions so you can focus on what you do best—growing your business.

 

When you or other users receive a notification that someone is currently accessing the file in single-user mode, or if you encounter any other errors that temporarily prevent you from accessing it through Database Server Manager in QBDT, you can explore some practical solutions to ensure you can smoothly continue your work.

 

If the error consistently refers to a specific user, and that user is not doing a task in QuickBooks, perform these steps:

 

  1. Have the user referred to in the error close and reopen QuickBooks on their workstation.
  2. On another workstation, open QuickBooks. Go to the Company menu and select Users, then View Users.
  3. Have the user sign out of QuickBooks on their workstation.
  4. Go back to the list of users. If the specific user no longer appears as signed in, you should be able to do the task without the error.

 

If the message appears on multiple workstations, you can carry out four possible solutions:

 

 

If you come across a message stating, 'Company File in Use. Please Wait,' or if the issue seems to be affecting just one workstation, please see this article for the complete guide to resolving these issues.: Fix locked file errors in QuickBooks Desktop. It also includes detailed steps to help you complete the tasks above.

 

Additionally, in case you're curious about the tasks and features available in both single-user and multi-user modes, I encourage you to check out this article: Single or multi-user mode in QuickBooks Desktop. It provides valuable insights and information to help you make the most of your QuickBooks experience!

 

Remember, the Community is open around the clock to address your queries concerning QuickBooks Database Server Manager, igendreau. Just revisit us in this thread, and we'll be there right away to respond. Stay safe and have a great day ahead.

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Chrea
January 31, 2025

@igendreau 

Run the Verify/Rebuild Data utility. Any error message?

 

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