Practical Guide to Fix QBCFMonitorservice Keeps Stopping

QBCFMonitorservice plays a pivotal role in QuickBooks Desktop operations, facilitating Multi-user mode and enabling workstation computers to link with the company file on the server. However, encountering the message "QBCFMonitorservice keeps stopping" signals a disruption in this essential process.

This error impedes QuickBooks from establishing connections with the company file, impacting its functionality. Understanding the underlying causes triggering this error is crucial for resolving the issue effectively.

This article navigates through the potential triggers and provides straightforward solutions to address the problem. This comprehensive guide aims to equip users with the knowledge and steps necessary to resolve the error and restore optimal functioning to QuickBooks Desktop in Multi-user mode. You can get in touch with us on our Toll-Free Number 1-855-856-0042 for quick resolution of this error.

Defining the Causes Of QBFCMonitorService Malfunction

By delving into these causes and applying the suggested remedies, users can rectify the QBCFMonitorservice malfunction. This will ensure seamless connectivity between QuickBooks workstations and the company file server.

1. QBFCMonitor service may stop functioning when the firewall blocks QuickBooks Database Server Manager. This obstruction prevents the service from running smoothly, leading to interruptions and recurrent stopping of the QBCFMonitor service within QuickBooks.
2. The QBFCMonitor service may fail due to incorrect setup of QuickBooks on the server for hosting company files in a multi-user setup. Improper configuration of QuickBooks on the server can lead to issues with the QBFCMonitor service, hindering its functionality within a multi-user environment.

Methods to Fix QBFC Monitor Service Not Working

If you plan to fix QBFC Monitor Service not working issue, make sure to create a backup of your company file.

Solution 1: Verification of QuickBooks Multi-User Hosting

This process aims to rectify hosting configurations, ensuring seamless access to server files in QuickBooks.

To ensure proper access to server files, verify and reconfigure QuickBooks Multi-User Hosting on the server.

1. Start QuickBooks Desktop and head to the ‘File’ tab.
2. Now choose ‘Utilities.’
3. Choose 'Host Multi-User Access' and confirm with a 'Yes.'
4. Ensure this is activated solely on the server, not on any workstations.
5. Verify the mode by checking the File tab; if 'Switch to Single-User mode' is present, switch it.
6. If issues persist, proceed to troubleshoot using QuickBooks Database Server Manager for further resolution.

Solution 2: Set QuickBooks Database Server Manager

It's crucial to configure QuickBooks Database Server Manager for automatic system startup. Failure to set it for automatic operation leads to interruptions upon Windows restart. Follow these steps to reconfigure the service and potentially resolve the error.

1. To access QuickBooks DBXX service properties, use Windows + R, then enter 'services.msc.’
2. Now press Enter. Locate QuickBooks DBXX in the services list.
3. If it's stopped, right-click and choose Properties.
4. Under General, switch Startup Type from Manual to Automatic.
5. Proceed to the Log On tab, and choose 'Local System Account.'
6. In the Recovery tab, set first, second, and subsequent failures to 'Restart the Service.'
7. Apply these changes to ensure automatic startup and seamless operation of QuickBooks DBXX service for uninterrupted functionality within QuickBooks.

Conclusion

If you're still unable to access the server's company file and encounter the 'QBCFMonitorService keeps stopping' error, consider reinstalling QuickBooks Desktop with the Clean Install Tool. If unsure about the troubleshooting steps provided, feel free to contact us at our Toll-Free Number 1-855-856-0042 for immediate assistance and support. We're here to help resolve the issue promptly and efficiently.

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