How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Error Message 31600?

Users of QuickBooks Desktop frequently experience various technical issues, with error code 31600 being one of them. Since it interferes with a smooth business operation and causes unneeded delays, fixing this issue is unavoidable. This error prevents you from accessing QuickBooks Desktop. In other instances, the QuickBooks Desktop program stops functioning with no prior notification.

Essential data connected to QuickBooks may be also get damaged as a result of QuickBooks Error 31600. This article comprehensively provides all the information you require to troubleshoot QuickBooks Error 31600.

 

Instances when you might run into Error 31600 in QuickBooks

It's possible to encounter the QuickBooks Error Code 31600, and this error may reveal itself under various situations. Some of the scenarios where you might encounter this issue are listed below.

•           When creating a portable Company file, the error may get evoked.

•           As you try to create a backup of your file, the occurrence of Error 31600 may be witnessed in QuickBooks.

•           When payrolls are being sent through Direct Deposit, then also this error may show up.

•           While performing other ancillary actions in QuickBooks, such as saving your company file.

 

How to troubleshoot QuickBooks Error 31600?

This section shall enumerate an effective remedial procedure that guarantees a full resolution of QuickBooks Error 31600. Perform the troubleshooting operations with keen observance.

Step 1: Check for the range of users

Make sure that any alteration in the numbers is examined. Follow the steps to check the user range:

•           Advance to your QuickBooks Desktop software, and then tap on the 'Company' option.

•           You must now choose a username and password.

•           Having chosen your credentials, advance to the "Company section" and pick "users."

•           Now, choose the "Set Up Users and Roles" option available under "Select.’’

•           Opt for the option named ‘’add users.’’

•           Subsequently, enter the related credentials of the user.

•           Proceed ahead by hitting on ‘’Next.’’

•           Personalize the customer account as per our requirement.

•           Now, hit on "Finish."

•           Using the freshly created login credentials, sign into the Account and access your company file.

 

Step 2: New admin creation

•           To begin with the implementation of this step, you need to advance to the 'Settings' option after clicking the 'Start' menu.

•           Now, head to ‘’Account’’, and then choose ‘’Family and other Users.’’

•           From the list of "Other Users," opt for "Add someone else to the PC."

•           You now need to choose "I do not have this sign-in information," and then opt for "Add a user" option.

•           You now need to enter a name.

•           Now, pick "Finish."

•           Choose the "newly created account" and give it a type now.

•           Finally, right-click on "Admin.’’

 

Step 3: A unique Windows Server needs to be set up

The steps earmarked in the subsequent lines will aid you in the creation of a unique Windows Server:

•           To begin with, opt for "Computer Management" under "Service Manager."

•           Now, access the ‘’Expand Local Groups and Users’’ page.

•           You now need to make your groupings choice.

•           By taking the actions listed below, you can gain access to the same.

•           Double-click the Administrator groups.

•           Now, tap on "Add.’’

•           Opt for the desired number of users under ‘’Computer’’, followed by ‘’Group Window or Service Account.’’

•           Follow up by entering the type of Account you are comfortable to use with the local administrator groups.

•           After that, hit on "OK."

 

Step 4: Check the browser

QuickBooks error 31600 could also be brought on by some specific browser-related issues. Follow the steps below to inspect the same:

•           At first, make sure that you have the recent version of the search engine set up on your computer.

•           Afterward, you are required to launch your browser, advance to settings and then delete the cache and all of your search history.

•           For this you can hit the ‘’Ctrl + Shift + Del’’ keys concurrently with your web browser already opened. The QuickBooks history window will be displayed on your screen. Make sure you check every box and then tap on remove.

•           If you're using Google Chrome, choose "the beginning of time" for the timing setting.

•           In contrary, if you are making use of Firefox, you should choose "Everything." And subsequently erase the browser cache and history.

•           Close the browser afterward and then log in once again.

 

Step 5: Inspect the user that is affected

The steps listed below can be used to determine how many other users are impacted:

•           Launch QuickBooks Desktop and then access the "Company.’’ The next step is to tap on "Set up Users" and then the "Password."

•           Now, you are supposed to opt for "Set Up Users."

•           Subsequently, pick "Users" under "Company.’’

•           After that, opt for "Set Up Users and Roles."

•           The next step involves clicking on "Add Users" and filling out all the requested information.

•           Then, hit on the "Next" tab.

•           Changes must be made in order to customize the user.

•           To culminate the process, hit on "Finish."

•           Check to see if Error Code 31600 has been repaired by logging in once more using fresh credentials.

 

The methods entailed herein should have assisted you with the process to troubleshoot QuickBooks Error 31600. We wind up hoping that the information in this blog proved to be of assistance to you. For additional assistance, you can call us directly at our QuickBooks desktop error support helpline i.e., 1-800-761-1787.