Attempt to File Copy or Backup - Error...file in use by another application

wllado
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When I go to backup my file or save a copy of my file. I get a window that says it cannot save because file is use by another application. Then I get kicked out.
Any one know whats going on?
Any one know whats going on?
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Are you saving your Q data file to Dropbox, or a similar automated backup system?If so, that Application has grabbed your file while you're trying to backup. Re-direct that system AWAY from grabbing your Q data file and TO copying the backup that Q creates.Q user since DOS version 5
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What version ..... Help --> About QuickenThis usually is related to a remote file service running -
like Dropbox, One Drive, etc -
against the /Quicken/ data files sub-dir..... do you have any of these running ?EDIT - also updated the topic title to better reflect the actual Q&AQWin Deluxe Subscription - sticking with R47.15 - Win10
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Are you saving your Q data file to Dropbox, or a similar automated backup system?If so, that Application has grabbed your file while you're trying to backup. Re-direct that system AWAY from grabbing your Q data file and TO copying the backup that Q creates.Q user since DOS version 5
Now running Quicken Windows Subscription, Home & Business
Retired "Certified Information Systems Auditor" & Bank Audit VP5
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