It can be very frustrating when QuickBooks keeps crashing and prevents you from operating it. This leads to a delay in your daily routine and can further spoil multiple things. It is important to take this error into consideration before it becomes a huge problem for you. 

This mainly occurs when you switch from QuickBooks 2019 to the 2022 version, and all other factors have been shared in the following sections of the blog. You can try to run the QuickBooks File Doctor or set up a firewall to get rid of this error. Let’s see the steps carefully.

However, even after trying all the troubleshooting methods, if you still face the error, don’t wait to contact QB Experts. Give a ring to +1.833.802.0002. 

Potential Culprits Behind the Issue: QuickBooks Keeps Crashing

Here is the list of reasons that have created this trouble and crashed QB. Let’s have a look at them:

• A damaged QBWuser.ini file is the primary reason for this issue.
• One reason that triggers this issue is a damaged company file.
• Due to the incomplete installation of QuickBooks. 
• This might happen due to a network connectivity issue.
• Due to missing, incomplete, or partial installations, QuickBooks crashes when opening.
• QuickBooks may crash due to the use of a low-end PC. 
• Outdated software, corrupt files, or conflicting programs can further cause the QuickBooks unexpected error. 

Effortless Fix for QuickBooks Keeps Crashing

The steps that can help you resolve this issue are shared in this part of the blog. Have an overview of this thoroughly:

Way 1: Run QuickBooks File Doctor

• Go to the QuickBooks Tool Hub.
• Tap Company File Issues.
• Click Run QuickBooks File Doctor. Wait for a minute and let it open. 

Note: If you are unable to open the QuickBooks File Doctor, manually search and open it.

• Go through the dropdown menu.
• Choose your company file.

Important:  If your company file is not present there, browse and search for it.

• Tap to check your file and network.
• Click Continue.
• Enter your QuickBooks admin password.
• Choose Next.
• The scan may require some time, depending on the file size. So it can take upto 5 minutes. 
• You have to launch QuickBooks and your company file when the scanning process is done. 
• You might encounter a message saying scanning was unsuccessful, even if the error is resolved.

Proceed to the next step if the error isn’t resolved.

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Way 2: Setting up the firewall manually

Add a Firewall port exception for QuickBooks

Follow the steps given below if you use multiple QuickBooks versions on the same computer:

1. Launch the Start menu.
2. Enter Windows Firewall.
3. Click Advanced Settings.
4. Right-click Inbound Rules.
5. Pick New Rule.
6. Choose Port.
7. Click Next.

Let’s Recap

To end this blog, it is considered that if QuickBooks keeps crashing, you can’t operate it smoothly. To escape from this, you have been provided with some effective solutions. We hope this helps with your queries. If the error still appears, dial +1.833.802.0002 to contact a QB Expert.