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How To Fix QuickBooks Error Missing Name List Problem? [Solved]

Missing Name List Problem in QuickBooks Desktop

By Oriana ZabellPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
How To Fix missing name list error code

QuickBooks Error Missing Name List Problem is one such error that occurs when there are some missing items names and accounts that are not listed in QuickBooks Desktop. Whenever this error occurs it comes up with an error message stating “We’re sorry. QuickBooks couldn’t open your company file”. When the error message appears it comes with a solution that indicates “We’ll try to fix the problem. Click Start to begin. If the problem continues, contact support for assistance and report error code Missing Name List Problem”. On the occurrence of this error, you won’t be able to open the QuickBooks company file and thus it puts the entire work at halt. However, it is necessary to fix the error at the earliest so that you can continue your ongoing work without any interruption. In this blog, we have covered all the troubleshooting solutions that will help you to resolve the “Missing Name Lists Problems in QuickBooks” error.

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Here’s how to resolve QuickBooks Error Code Missing Name List Problem

You can easily resolve QuickBooks Error Missing Name List Problem by following the below listed troubleshooting solutions thoroughly.

Solution 1: Run the QuickBooks File Doctor

You need to download QuickBooks Tool Hub in order to run the QuickBooks File Doctor. Once you have downloaded the QB Tool Hub you need to install it by following the on-screen instructions carefully. Once you have installed the tool hub on your system you can run the QuickBooks File Doctor to repair the damages in the QB company file. Below we have listed the steps to run the File Doctor.

  • In the first place, access the QB Tool Hub that you have recently installed and then choose the Company File Issues option.
  • After this, click the Run QuickBooks File Doctor and wait for up to one minute to open it.
  • Thereafter, you are required to choose the company file from the drop-down menu and click Check your File option followed by the Continue option.
  • Later on, type your QuickBooks admin password correctly and then click Next.

Solution 2: Restore the Company File Backup

Restoring the backup of the company file will help you to restore the old data and re-enter the transactions.

  • Firstly, move to the File menu and choose the Open or Restore Company.
  • Soon after this, click Restore a Backup copy \ Next \ Local Backup \ Next.
  • Thereafter, browse your computer for the backup company file.
  • Next, you need to select the folder to decide where you have to restore the data file.
  • Further, click the Open option and then choose the Save option.

Solution 3: Restore Lost Data Via QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery

QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery is the feature that is used to recover the QB files that are damaged. Moreover, this tool allows you to utilize some important features of Auto Duplication to create a duplicate QuickBooks Company file (.QBW), the QuickBooks Transaction Log file (.QBW.tlg), and the auto recovery feature. You can recover your lost QB files vial ADR through one of these methods i.e “Utilizing the Original .TLG file with QBW.adr File” or “Make use of .QBW.adr and .TLG.adr files”.

Winding Up!

We assure you that the aforementioned troubleshooting solutions will help you to eliminate QuickBooks Error Missing Name List Problem. However, if still the issue persists, feel free to consult our experts by dialing the Asquare Cloud Hosting Contact Number +1(855)-948-3651.

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About the Creator

Oriana Zabell

Hi, I am Oriana Zabell a cloud engineer with over 3 years of experience in desktop, online Quickbooks support and troubleshooting. Currently working as a cloud hosting consultant with Asquare Cloud Hosting located in the USA.

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