Fixing QBDBMGRN Not Running on This Computer Error | QB Troubleshooting

QuickBooks Database Server Manager (QBDBMgrN) is a highly sophisticated application that enables QB users to access the data file stored on the server computer quickly. It enables the precise use of QuickBooks Desktop’s multi-user feature to provide uninterrupted access to the company file on all workstations connected to the server. QB users can only use QB Desktop in the single-user mode if this program does not function properly and they encounter an error message that reads ‘QBDBMgrN Not Running on This Computer’ whenever they attempt to use the multi-user mode. Mentioned in this article are several effective and step-by-step solutions that will enable you to address this issue.  

Have you encountered the ‘QBDBMgrN Not Running’ error? If yes, simply dial +1.855.738.0359 to receive assistance from our team of QB Technical Professionals 

Prime Causes Of ‘QBDBMgrN Not Running on This System’ Error 

The ‘QBDBMgrN Not Running on This System’ error occurs for the following reasons 

1. The Windows firewall may have incorrectly configured settings or has not been updated in a long time. 
2. This error may also occur if the QB Database Service (QBDBMgrN) on the server computer is not functioning. 

Fix ‘QB Database Server Manager Not Running on This Computer’ Error 

The ‘QBDBMgrN Not Running on This Computer’ error can be fixed by implementing the below-mentioned steps. 

Resolution 1: Get the latest Windows Firewall updates immediately in order to address this issue 

1. First, press the ‘Windows + R’ keys on your keyboard to bring up the ‘Run’ window on your computer’s display; then, type ‘firewall.cpl’ in the ‘Run’ box and press the ‘Enter’ key immediately afterward. 
2. After that, the ‘Windows Firewall’ window will abruptly appear on your system’s screen, and you will need to select the ‘Update your firewall’ option in that window. 
3. Next, quickly select the ‘Update Now’ option, and then use the ‘Use Recommended Settings’ tab to search for the most recent Windows firewall updates. 
4. Once you detect new Windows firewall updates, you must download and install those updates and then restart your computer. You will then be able to use the QuickBooks multi-user feature successfully. 

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Resolution 2: Ensure that the QB Database Service (QuickBooksDBXX) remains operational on the server computer  

1. After tapping the ‘Windows + R‘ keys to open the ‘Run’ window, you will need to type ‘services.msc‘ into the ‘Run‘ field and then press the ‘Enter’ key. 
2. Navigate through the list of services to locate the ‘QuickBooksDBXX‘ icon, and then double-click it to open the ‘Startup Type’ menu. It must display that it is set to ‘Automatic.’ 
3. Then, select ‘Start’ as the ‘Service Status’ and promptly navigate to the ‘Recovery‘ tab to set the ‘Restart the Service’ option located within the ‘First failure,’ ‘Second failure,’ and ‘Subsequent failure’ menus. 
4. In this step, you will eventually be able to restart the QB Database Service by clicking the ‘Apply’ and ‘OK’ buttons, after which you will be able to use QB in multi-user mode. 

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Eradicating the ‘QBDBMgrN Is Not Running‘ error is as simple as implementing the aforementioned two solutions. For further assistance, dial +1.855.738.0359 to reach our QB Technical Professionals Team.