To continuously get new and improved functionality, Updating Quickbooks is necessary. But, is your 'QuickBooks data missing after update,' and there is no open company file when opening this program? You must fix this issue quickly if you are also experiencing the same. Don't worry; to help you in the same below, we are mentioning the possible causes and the suitable solutions to fix this issue.  

Many users experience data missing after updating QuickBooks, and you'll be surprised that there is no particular reason behind this. After updating QB, you can experience no company file because of damaged or corrupted data, network connection issues, or discrepancies in transaction log files. To learn more about this issue, read this guide till the end. 

Fixing the missing data after an update error can be risky as it holds your crucial company data. To get help from professionals, dial +1(855)-738-0359 and let them handle this on your behalf

Possible Reasons Why Data is Missing After Updating QuickBooks 

Here are some of the possible reasons that are responsible for data lost after updating QuickBooks:  

• The company file you are using to store data might get damaged or corrupted, so you're unable to open it after updating QB. 

• Incorrectly configured Windows Firewall Settings can cause QB network connectivity issues and prevent you from opening a company file.   

Best Method to Fix Lost Company Data After Update in QuickBooks Desktop

Follow the below-mentioned solutions to recover your lost company data: 

Recover Lost Data Using QB Auto Data Recovery 

As a result of this problem, you might lose transactions, customer information, or the entire company file. Use the transaction .log file and the ADR version of the company file to recover the lost transactions: 

• Create a new folder on your system and name it; 'QBTest.'

• Go to the default location of your company file folder and look for the .tlg file component.   

• If you didn't find the .tlg file extension, use the below steps:

• Open 'File Explorer' and press the' Windows + K' keys.  

• Select ' Organize ' from the pop-up menu list and then 'Folder and search options.'

• Further, select 'Hide extension for known file types.'

• Select 'Apply' and then 'OK.'

• Look for the QB .tlg file component from the list of extension files. 

• Copy this .tlg file and paste it to the 'QBTest' folder.

• When done, move to the company file location, look for the 'QuickBooksAutoDataRecovery,' and open it. 

• Now, right-click on the '.QBW.adr' file and select ‘Copy. 

• Move to the ‘QBTest’ folder and paste this file. 

• In the 'QBTest' folder, right-click on the '.QBW.adr' file.

• Select 'Rename' and delete .adr at the end of the file name. 

• When done, open QuickBooks. 

• Now, open the company file located in the 'QBTest' folder and verify if all the transactions are there.

• Click the 'File' menu in QuickBooks and then 'Utilities.'

• Further, select 'Verify Data' to check the integrity of the recovered file. 

• If this copy of the company file is in a good state, replace the location of your original company file and transfer the copy from 'QBTest' to the original location. 

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After using the method mentioned above, you can recover the 'QuickBooks data missing after update.' Meanwhile, if you are experiencing 'no open company,' try to fix this issue by updating the Windows firewall settings for QuickBooks. For further guidance, dial +1(855)-738-0359 and connect with QB experts on a direct call.