Conveniently Rectify QBCFMonitorService Not Running on this Computer Problem

QuickBooks requires a few important services to run the functions correctly. One such service is the QBCFMonitorService, which is used to run the QB files. When the QBCFMonitorService not running on this computer error message pops up; there might be some issues with the database server manager. This issue can prevent users from running their company files and can be easily eliminated with the help of a few steps. In this article, we will help you eliminate the QBCF monitor service keeps stopping issues by providing you with the best solutions.

If you are unable to resolve the error message on your own, you can call us at 1-855-856-0042 to get assistance from our team of QB technicians.

Common Causes for the QBCFMonitorService not Running Issue in QuickBooks

You might be getting the QuickBooks multi-monitor mode issue due to the following possible factors –

• Your QuickBooks is not set up to host the company files in a multi-user hosting mode.
• The QBCFMonitorService is not running or is inactive, which is causing issues while running the company file.
• The QuickBooks database server manager is not running correctly, and it might be damaged or corrupted.
• Your QuickBooks database server manager is not updated to the latest version, and it has become incompatible with the QB application.
• Windows firewall is causing an obstruction, which is preventing the application from running the database service.

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Ways to Eliminate the QuickBooks Desktop QBCFMonitorService not Running Issue

The QBCFMonitorService crashing issue can be effectively eradicated by using the solutions provided below –

Solution 1 – Set Up the Database Manager Service from the Run Window

You can resolve the monitor service issue in QuickBooks by settings up the database manager.

1. Press the Windows + R keys on your keyboard and type mscin the run box to run the command.
2. Search for the QuickBooksDBXXservice from the list of services and edit its properties to run the manager.
3. If you find the service status as stopped, right-click the service and select Propertiesto go to the General
4. Change the Startup Typefrom Manual to Automatic to go to the Log On
5. Set the option toLocal System Account from This Account and navigate to the Recovery
6. From the drop-down list, select the First Failure, Second Failure, and Subsequent Failureoptions, and click on Restart the Service.
7. Click Applyand OK to end the setup process and check if the monitor service issue is eliminated.

Solution 2 – Terminate the QBCF Monitor Service from the Task Manager

If your workstation service not starting, you need to terminate the monitor service from the task manager.

1. Exiting QuickBooks and hold the Ctrl + Alt + Del keys to launch theTask Manager and move to the Processes
2. Right-click the QBCF Monitoring Serviceoption from the list and choose the option that says End Task, followed by hitting Yes.
3. Open the QB application to see if QBCFMonitorService responds, and if the service issue is addressed.

Conclusion

You can easily eliminate the QBCFMonitorService not running on this computer issue by using the solutions given below. If the error persists, you can call us at 1-855-856-0042 to get assistance from our QB ProAdvisor professionals.

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