Sometimes, when QuickBooks users attempt to open QB Desktop or run it in a multi-user mode, they experience QuickBooks Error 193. The same error can also arise when QuickBooks Database Server Manager fails to open. QB error 193 0xc1 affects applications other than QB such as Windows Installer, MySql and Windows Update. The error message associated with this error is:-
| Services: Windows could not start the QuickBooksDBXX service on Local Computer. Error 193:0xc1 |
Here XX part of QuickBooksDBXX refers to the version of QB application that you are using, such as 26,27,28 and 29, denoting 2016,2017,2018 and 2019.
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Reasons and Solutions for QuickBooks Error 193
Due to 3 different reasons user may run into QuickBooks error 193. The reasons include users running an outdated operating system, incomplete or corrupted installation, etc. Let’s look at these causes and their respective solutions in detail: –
Cause 1: User’s Operating System Is Outdated
Windows stop supporting many services if it gets outdated. It can also be one reason for QuickBooks error code 193 as it may be unable to run the QB database server.
Solution: Update Windows
To fix QuickBooks POS Error 193, Updating your Windows system is the easiest way. These are the steps users need to follow:-
- Press the Windows Start button and then tap on settings(gear icon).
- Then click on Update & Security.
- Click the Windows Update button and your system will start checking if any update is available or not.
- Tap on the Download button if any update is available.
- Wait for the download process to get over and then reboot your system.
Cause 2: QuickBooks Desktop Installation is Incomplete or Multiple File Running Same Service
QuickBooks error 193 can also be caused by an incomplete or damaged installation of QuickBooks Desktop. Only a few of the application’s features may be hampered by the corrupted installation. When many files are executing in conjunction with a single service, the same problem may occur.
Solution: Reinstall QuickBooks Desktop Application
Reinstalling your QBD application can help you fix this error if it occurs because of installation issues. The same solution will also work if the error arises because multiple files are present for one service. These are the steps you need to follow:-
NOTE: Create a backup of your company file before uninstalling QB from your system.
- Press the Windows Start button and click on the Settings button.
- Click on Apps and then choose Apps & features.
- Browse through the list and select QuickBooks.
- Then tap on the uninstall button.
- Now download the QuickBooks installation file from a credible source.
- Double-tap on the QuickBooks exe file and install it on your system.
- Run QuickBooks after the installation process is over and verify if the issue is resolved or not.
Cause 3: QuickBooks Database Server Manager is Corrupted or Damaged
The QuickBooks Database Server Manager is an important part of the QuickBooks application. If QBDBMgrN is corrupted as a result of a malware attack, Error 193 in QuickBooks may occur.
Solution: Do a Virus Scan Of Your Computer System
Removing malware from QuickBooks files can help you resolve QuickBooks error 193 0xc1 . These are the steps you need to follow:-
- Download and install a third-party antivirus if Windows Defender is not functioning.
- Then run the antivirus application and perform a thorough system check.
- Now try to rerun QuickBooks and check if the error is resolved or not.
Solution: Restart your QuickBooks Database Service
QuickBooks Database Server Manager takes care of all the operations on the company file in multi-user mode. And if it is not running on the server computer, you can face this issue of error 193 in QuickBooks. So, restart the server and try to fix the issue.
- Press the Windows + R keys together on the keyboard and then type services.msc.
- Then, hit Enter, and after that, locate the QuickBooksDBXX service from the given list of services.
- After that, click right on the services and choose the option to Restart.
Miscellaneous Solutions to Fix the QuickBooks Error 193
There are some miscellaneous solutions that can help you to fix the error code 193 in QuickBooks. These solutions are given below:
Solution 1: Delete the .qbt files on the headquarters as well as the remote store
Follow the given steps to delete .qbt files in both headquarters as well as the remote store:
Step 1: Delete the .qbt files at the headquarters
- Do this step by going on the following path: Windows OS: C:\Program Data\ Intuit\QuickBooks Point of sale x.x/STex.
- Then, check all the folders and find any files related to .qbt and then delete them all.
Step 2: Delete the .qbt files at the remote store
- Start the process by typing .qbt in the search bar.
- Then, delete all the .qbt files that you find in the results.
- Then, close all the Windows and also Empty the Recycle Bin.
Step 3: Then, make a new remote file
- For this step, hit the Files and Company option and click on the create new company option.
- After that, type on the Company name and choose the option to Remote store, and fill in the store number.
- Lastly, you need to resend the mailbag to the remote store from the headquarters.
Solution 2: Delete Customers in QuickBooks
To get rid of the error code 193 in QuickBooks, you have to delete the customers. The guideline to do this is given below:
- First, go to the Reports tab after launching the QuickBooks application.
- After that, you have to select the Customer Lists.
- Then, the application will throw a list on the screen. You have to pick up the very first client from the list.
- After that, hit on the Customer name twice. And examine the details and open the list of this customer.
- Then, you have to Select the All option and tap on I Want to.
- After that, hit on the Delete the Customer option.
- Now, opt for the File menu and tap on the Utilities & Resend option.
- After that, also examine the mailbag of the store.
- Lastly, launch the QB application and check the status of the error 193:0xc1.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A. QuickBooks Error 193 typically occurs when the company file or its associated database server is unable to access certain system resources during startup. This error often appears with the message: “Error 193: 0xc1 – not a valid Win32 application” or “Windows could not start the QuickBooksDBXX service”. It is most common when QuickBooks Database Server Manager fails to run correctly, usually after an update, a damaged installation, or incorrect service configurations.
A. There are several possible causes for QuickBooks Error 193:
a. Corrupt or incomplete QuickBooks installation.
b. Damaged Windows Registry entries linked to QuickBooks services.
c. Incorrect service logon settings for QuickBooks Database Server Manager.
d. Third-party security software blocking QuickBooks processes.
e. Missing or renamed QB database service files.
f. Windows user permissions not granting proper access to QuickBooks services.
A. The quick method is to restart QuickBooks Database Server Manager and check the service configuration:
a. Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
b. Locate QuickBooksDBXX (XX = version year).
c. Right-click → Properties → make sure the Startup Type is Automatic.
d. Go to the Log On tab → Select Local System account.
e. Click Apply and Start the service.
If that doesn’t work, reinstall QuickBooks Database Server Manager or run the QuickBooks Tool Hub to repair the issue.
A. Yes, in some cases. After certain Windows updates, QuickBooks Database Server Manager may fail to start if the update changes service permissions, registry paths, or modifies .NET Framework settings. In such situations, reinstalling QuickBooks or reconfiguring the service logon may resolve the error.
