I just update QuickBooks 2017 to 2020 and it will not work the window error was the file exists

Troubleshooting this issue might take a long time, especially if it persists after you've installed the updates. Fortunately, most consumers reported that the problem went away as they updated the most recent Intuit updates. Intuit usually responds to errors in QuickBooks by issuing updates, which you must install if you want to avoid difficulties.

Method 1: Install the latest version of QuickBooks Desktop

Many of the problems may be solved by just upgrading the programme. Many of the accounting software's reported issues are addressed in the update files. Follow the steps below to resolve the QuickBooks error the file exists:

1. Click OK until the issue occurs again. Then QuickBooks should be closed.
2. Restart QuickBooks if necessary.
3. Update the software to the most recent version.
4. From the main menu, select Help.
5. Select Update QuickBooks Desktop from the drop-down menu.
6. Select the option to Update Now from the drop-down menu.
7. Select the option to Reset Update, which will remove any previous updates that were manually or automatically downloaded by QuickBooks.
8. Select Get Updates from the drop-down menu. The update will now begin to download.
9. Click the Install button once you've received confirmation that the update has been downloaded.
10. Reboot your computer.

To run the software as an administrator, do the following:

• Click the Program Icon using the right mouse button.
• Select Run as Administrator from the drop-down menu.

If the aforementioned measures fix your problems, you might think about setting up automatic updates in QuickBooks. QuickBooks will download the update files as soon as they become available if automatic updates are enabled. A prompt to install the update will appear. You'll be able to work on your accounting software without interruption because the update is downloaded in the background.

Method 2: Repair QuickBooks Desktop Application

You can use the repair tool to fix any error with the program file of QuickBooks. Before beginning the process, we recommend that you create a backup copy of your company file. Although the repair tool doesn’t alter the company file in any manner, it’s better to take precautions.

To repair program files related to QuickBooks, follow the steps provided below:

1. Close QuickBooks and Restart your system.
2. From the start menu, select the Control Panel.
3. Click on Program and Features.
4. Select Uninstall a Program.
5. Click on QuickBooks. Select Uninstall/Change.
6. Click on Continue, then Next.
7. Click on Repair, then Next.
8. Follow on-screen instructions. Once you get the confirmation, click on Finish.
9. Restart your system.

If an error occurs while the repair tool is operating, just click ignore. Typically, these mistakes do not cause problems with accounting software. If the repair procedure fails, you should run a virus or malware scan on your computer.

If the repair procedure fails, you should take the following steps:

• Download the QuickBooks setup for your version of the software.
• Start the setup.
• Select Repair instead of Install.
• To fix any QuickBooks-related files, follow the on-screen instructions.
• Finish by restarting your computer.

All of the essential files for QuickBooks are included in the setup, which may be destroyed. This should resolve both the company file and repair file errors.