Fix QuickBooks Error Code C=43 (Unable to Read Transaction)

Stumbling upon errors in QuickBooks is pretty much common, but dealing with those errors on time is very essential, so as to avoid further mess. One such error that you can not avoid is QuickBooks error code C=43. Well, this particular error indicates that the software has encountered an issue when trying to access the company file. It can be experienced due to a loss of power or loss of network connection.

If you are experiencing the same error in your QuickBooks, then this segment might seem a little helpful to you. We will be discussing the causes, as well as the corrective measures that can be performed for error message C=43 in QuickBooks. Whereas, if you aren’t interested in performing the right set of steps, then getting on a call with our tech personnel would surely be of some help.

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A gist into QuickBooks Error C=43

QuickBooks error C=43 is known as a data related problem and usually pops up when QuickBooks desktop failed to process certain transactions or records in the company file. This error is directly linked to damaged or corrupted data, especially when QuickBooks is trying to verify or rebuild the file. This error indicates that there is a problem with data integrity in your company file. You might see the following error message on your desktop screen at the time of opening the program:

Error	Description
Error Code:	QuickBooks error code C=43
Error message:	Error reading a transaction or memorized transaction
Software:	QuickBooks
Applies to:	Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11

What instigates QuickBooks error code C=43?

The following can be the factors triggering QuickBooks error C=43:

If the company file data is corrupted or damaged.
In case the firewall or antivirus is blocking the internet connection.
You can also experience a similar issue if the form 1099 and W2 forms are printed.
If the internet connection is poor.
If there is incomplete or interrupted Verify/Rebuild process.
Another possible trigger can be if the software tries to navigate to a report and suddenly lands into an error.

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Corrective Measures to Fix QuickBooks Error Message C=43

You can perform certain corrective measures to successfully deal with QuickBooks error code C=43.

Measure 1: Eliminating the OCR-A fonts and Reinstall QuickBooks

One of the basic measures can be to remove the OCR-A fonts and then reinstall QuickBooks desktop. This can resolve the issue up to a certain extent.

Steps to delete OCR-A Fonts

First, close QuickBooks Desktop and other running apps.
Then open Control Panel on your system.
Go to the Fonts folder and look for fonts starting with OCR-A
Now right-click on them and select Delete.
Lastly, confirm the deletion.

Steps to Reinstall QuickBooks to restore fonts

After removing the fonts, reinstalling QuickBooks will automatically install the correct OCR-A fonts again.

You need to press Windows + R keys and type appwiz.cpl in the Run box.
Find QuickBooks Desktop in the list and hit a click on Uninstall/Change option.

Uninstall or Reinstall QuickBooks - Image

Now select the option Uninstall and follow the on-screen steps.
Once done, restart your system.
Last step is to reinstall your QuickBooks desktop using the original setup file and license key.

Measure 2: Verifying the company file

This process requires you to use verify and rebuild tool of QuickBooks.

Under this process, verify the company file and move to the File and also click on Utilities tab.
Later on, click on Verify data menu selection.

Utilities (Verifying the Data or Rebuild Data) - Screenshot

Moreover, file verification will proceed by its own.
Press the Esc key in case you need to Cancel the verification process.

Verifying the data integrity - Screenshot

Click on Ok tab to head back to the other tasks.

Verify success message - Screenshot Image

Measure 3: Use QuickBooks feature Rebuild Data

Head to the utilities tab.
Click on the Rebuild data option.

You need to leave the restore process till it gets completed.
QuickBooks will ask you to create a backup of the company file.

Perform the steps below to backup the information.
- Click on the ok tab at first to backup the data.
- Choose the online type or local type and option.
- Go for the location for the backup files.
- And leave the system when QuickBooks rebuilds the company file.
- After the restoration is complete, you need to click on ok tab.

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Final Words..!

Scrolling down to the end of this segment, we expect that you might be able to perform the set of steps that would be enough to tackle through QuickBooks error message C=43. Whereas, if for some reason you land into a similar issue again and again, then connecting with our QuickBooks enterprise support professionals will surely be of great help. Give us a call at 1-800-761-1787, and leave the rest on our tech geeks.