Fix QuickBooks Multi-User Mode not Working issue with these steps
                     Reliable Steps to Tackle QuickBooks 
Multi-User Mode not Working Issue
Users can activate the multi-user hosting mode in QB to run the 
application on different workstations. The multi-user environment lets 
users work on their company files from different devices on the same 
network. But sometimes, there can be issues wherein the QuickBooks 
multi-user mode not working error message emerges. This error code can 
occur when QB is not installed on the server PC. If you are getting the 
QuickBooks keeps opening in single-user mode issue, you can use the 
solutions provided in this article below.
If you are having trouble understanding the steps or resolving the error 
message on your own, you can reach out to us at 1.855.738.2784 to get 
professional help from our support team.

Common Causes Leading to the Unable to Run 
QuickBooks in Multi-User Mode Issue
If your QuickBooks won’t switch to multi-user mode, the following main factors 
might be responsible –
1. QuickBooks is not installed on the server PC, which is causing access issues on 
the workstations.
2. Windows firewall or an anti-virus program is preventing QuickBooks from 
communicating with other workstations.
3. The QuickBooks database service is not running correctly, and the service 
might be inactive or unresponsive.
4. The hosting settings on your QuickBooks Desktop are not correctly configured, 
and the settings need to be modified.
5. Incorrect or invalid DNS settings on your system can also lead to multi-user 
hosting errors.
Easy Methods to Resolve the QuickBooks Multi-
User not Syncing Issue
If your QuickBooks freezes when switching to multi-user mode, you can use the 
methods provided below –
Method 1 – Check the Database Service Status 
from the Run Window
You can eliminate the unable to run QuickBooks in multi-user mode issue by 
ensuring that the database service is running correctly.
1. Open the Windows Start menu on your server PC and type Run in the 
appeared text box to access the command window.
2. Type services . msc into the Run window, and when you find the Quickbooks 
DBXX option, double-click on it and go to the Startup Type menu.
3. Set it to Automatic and check if the service status is showing as Running or 
Started, followed by going to the Recovery tab.
4. Access the drop-down menu and choose Restart the Service option to select 
the First Failure, Second Failure, and Subsequent Failures options, followed 
by hitting Apply. ,
Method 2 – Edit the Windows Firewall Settings 
from the Control Panel
You can address the firewall blockage by editing the firewall settings in the 
following manner –
1. Go to the Windows Start menu and open the Control Panel to search for 
Windows Firewall and hit Enter.
2. Click on Allow an app by the Windows Firewall setting and tap or click on 
Change Settings, followed by marking the Public List box for QuickBooks.
3. Hit OK and select Public for the application, and once done, try to run 
QuickBooks in the multi-user mode to see if the H series errors are fixed.
Conclusion
If you are facing the QuickBooks multi-user mode not working issue, you can 
use the methods given above. If the error code persists, you can reach out to us 
at 1.855.738.2784 t get assistance from our QB experts.