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Easy method to quickly troubleshoot QuickBooks Error H505

QuickBooks Error H505 occurs when the user attempts to use the QB desktop in the multi-user mode. This error gets triggered due to incorrect hosting configuration on the server and the network computers. To resolve this error, you should turn off the multi-user access option on the workstations and turn on it on the server computer.Learn the detailed procedure in this blog or dial 1.855.738.2784 to contact a QuickBooks professional.<br>

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Easy method to quickly troubleshoot QuickBooks Error H505

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  1. Techniques to Terminate the QuickBooks Error H505 Like a Pro In the mentioned article, we will learn about resolving the QuickBooks multi-user error H505 using easy steps QuickBooks users have an option to operate the application in a multi-user environment. The multi-user hosting allows users to access the company file from different workstations in the same network. This makes it easier to perform various accounting functions in QuickBooks. But sometimes, users might experience issues with the multi-user mode, which makes them unable to access the company file. If you are encountering this issue, you might be getting the QuickBooks error H505. In this article, we will learn about resolving the QuickBooks multi-user error H505 using easy steps You can reach out to us at 1.855.738.2784 to get technical assistance with the error if you are unable to resolve it on your own.

  2. Primary Reasons for the Unable to Open Company File Error H505 The QuickBooks error H505 can be caused by the following reasons – Your QuickBooks Desktop version is obsolete and needs to be updated. A 3rd party program or firewall is causing an obstruction. QuickBooks is not able to establish a connection due to a damaged Network Data file. Hosting settings on the host computer is incorrect and need to be modified.

  3. Eliminating the QuickBooks Company File Error H505 Follow the steps given below to address the QuickBooks error code H505 effectively –

  4. Step 1. Make Sure You Are Using the Latest Release of QuickBooks If your QuickBooks version is not up-to-date, update it to fix the QuickBooks error H505. Double-click on the QB icon and go to the Help tab to select About QuickBooks. The Update QuickBooks window will appear, select Update Now and mark the New Features, Maintenance Releases, and Reset Updates check box. Click on Get Updates and select Install Now after restarting the QuickBooks Desktop.

  5. Step 2. Configure the Firewall to Allow QuickBooks to Establish a Connection Modify your Windows firewall settings to allow QuickBooks through the firewall. Type Control Panel on the Run search box and hit Enter to access it. Search Windows Firewall and select Allow an app through Windows Firewall to change the settings. Select Public and find QuickBooks in the appeared list of apps. Select QuickBooks and click OK to save the settings, followed by rerunning QuickBooks. Check if you are able to access the company file, and if the QuickBooks error message H505 is resolved.

  6. Step 3. Ping Your Server from the Workstation to Check the Connection Check if the workstation is able to establish a connection with the host computer by following these steps – Select Network and Sharing Center from the Control Panel and click on Change Advanced Sharing Settings. From the Network Discovery File and Printer Sharing section, turn on network sharing. Go to the Run search box and type cmd to run the command prompt. Type ipconfig/all in the appeared black screen and hit Enter. Note down your server name and run the following command on your workstation without brackets: ping(your server name). Follow the same steps for each workstation and check if the QuickBooks multi-user error H505 is rectified.

  7. Conclusion You can perform the steps provided above to resolve the QuickBooks error H505. If the error persists, reach out to us at 1.855.738.2784 to get assistance from our team of experts.

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