How to Fix Corrupt or Damaged QuickBooks Database Error?

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How to Fix Corrupt or Damaged QuickBooks
Database Error?
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• QuickBooks, as an accounting software, has set in
  motion an extraordinary growth in modern-day
  businesses by aiding accountants in their
  financial operations. But the fact that this
  marvelous software has been suffering from
  certain inefficiencies lately cannot be
  neglected. One chief issue that has been putting
  a halt to the software's functionalities is the
  Corrupt or Damaged QuickBooks Database Error.
  There can be several causes leading to this
  QuickBooks error.
• In this article, we will cover all the
  conspicuous causes behind the error and the
  plausible troubleshooting methods to fix corrupt
  or damaged QuickBooks Database Error. So, keep
  reading!
• Major causes that could trigger the Corrupt or
  Damaged QuickBooks Database Error
• Below are earmarked the possible causes that may
  erupt this error code.
• This error usually occurs in case of specific
  corruption-related issues within the QuickBooks
  Database files. There may be several reasons
  behind this corruption, virus or malware
  intrusion being the principal reason.
• Inadvertent removal of essential QuickBooks
  files.
• Hindrance brought about by the firewall, or
  third-party security software may also lead to
  this error.

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• Methods to fix Corrupt or Damaged QuickBooks
  Database Error
• Below are contained effective methods to fix the
  error caused due to corruption or damage of
  QuickBooks database Error. Follow these methods
  carefully and implement them in the same order.
• Method 1 Verify and Rebuild the data
• This is the most viable approach to fix corrupt
  or damaged QuickBooks Database Error. You are
  first required to run the verify data tool to
  check for any integrity related issues in your
  data. If such issues do show up, then the
  subsequent step is to use the Rebuild data tool
  for rebuilding your damaged data.
• Run the Verify Data Tool
• To run the verify data tool, the first step is to
  launch the QuickBooks Desktop accounting software
  and then hit on the Close Company/Log Off option.
• Afterward, advance to verify data utility within
  the File menu.
• The verification of data may take considerable
  time, depending on the data size.
• It's also important to keep in mind that
  QuickBooks will display the notification "Data
  has lost integrity" if the file is corrupt.
• As soon as you see this warning, the next step
  requires you to use the Rebuild Data tool.
• If the data issues show up, then use the Rebuild
  Data Tool
• Once the data integrity warning shows up on the
  screen, you are required to launch the Rebuild
  tool to fix the damaged database file.

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• To begin with, in case a file is located on a
  network drive, you are supposed to copy it to the
  local drive.
• You are then supposed to pick the File menu and,
  from there, head to the Rebuild data option.
• You will receive a warning to back up the company
  file. Make sure to back up the file before
  proceeding with the rebuild tool.
• The rebuilding process may take a while.
• Upon its completion, head back to the Verify Data
  Utility and check to see if the data integrity
  error got fixed.
• Now, restart QuickBooks Database server manager
  to check if the issue related to corrupt or
  damaged QB Database error got resolved.
• Method 2 Run QuickBooks File Doctor
• If the above-enumerated methods do not help, then
  you should use the QuickBooks File Doctor, a
  holistic tool crafted to fix a myriad of issues
  within the Company File. Follow the steps below
  to run the tool
• To leverage the tool, you should first download
  and install the QuickBooks Tool Hub on your
  computer.
• Afterward, launch the Tool Hub and then advance
  to the Company File Issues option.
• Herein, you are supposed to launch QuickBooks
  File Doctor.
• You are now required to choose the suspected
  company file.
• From the drop-down option, choose your company
  file to browse.
• Now, opt for the check your file option.

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• Next step requires you to enter the QuickBooks
  Admin password and then hit on Next.
• It should not take much time to complete the
  scan. However, your file size also affects how
  long the process takes.
• Once the process completes, access the QuickBooks
  software and then check if the Database error got
  rectified.
• Method 3 Repair your company file manually by
  rebuilding your data
• The database can be manually fixed using the set
  of steps provided below. But make sure to create
  a backup of your data before carrying out the
  instructions listed below.
• Launch the QuickBooks Desktop and choose the File
  menu.
• Next, hit on the Verify Data after opting for
  Utilities.
• Be patient as the program checks your file for
  data problems.
• Next, opt for Expand All option from the Verify
  Results screen to view the issues.
• Once you observe the list of issues, repair them
  manually as necessary.
• This article apprised you of all the causes and
  factors to fix Corrupt or Damaged QuickBooks
  Database Error. If you feel a need for technical
  assistance, then you should communicate with our
  QuickBooks error technical support team via our
  helpline i.e., 1-800-615-2347.