How do I diagnose a damaged data file?

A damaged data file displays the following symptoms:

• Incorrect categories or numbers in reports even though all the report settings are correct
• Missing dates in reports even though all the report settings are correct
• Missing categories or tags
• Inability to assign categories in split transactions
• Inability to restore the backup of a Quicken data file
• Inability to reconcile your current bank statement even though all the individual numbers are correct

You can take steps to repair your Quicken data file.