I'm here to provide some insight on why the estimate number format has changed. Ideally, the number format won't automatically change unless someone has altered it. To change it back to its original format, you can do it by manually entering the correct number in the Estimate no. field. To do so, here's how:
Go to + New.
Select Estimates.
Locate the Estimate no. field on the right corner of your screen.
Enter the correct number format.
Click Save and close.
Additionally, QuickBooks will automatically remember the format or sequence you used for that transaction. That's why you don't have to worry about entering it correctly next time.