Proven Solutions for the QuickBooks Error H505

 QuickBooks is popular accounting software known for its user-friendly interface and easy-to-use features that saves a lot of time and effort on the part of the user. Even though QuickBooks has made it to the top of the market, errors remain an integral part. The most common issue that users have come across regarding the multi-user mode feature of QB is the QuickBooks Error H505. Let’s talk more about it below.

While resolving the QuickBooks error H505, you may need some external help as it could get quite tricky in the process. Call on the (855)-526-5749 and get immediate support anytime.

What is Error H505 in QuickBooks 2018?

The issue of Intuit QB error code H505 prevails from the multi-user setup. When a user tries to work on the company file on the host computer, an incomplete installation on the workstation prevents establishing a connection. There could be several other reasons behind it as well. Some of them are given below.

Causes behind the occurrence of H505 Intuit QB Multi user mode problem

  1. The user tries to open the files that are present on another computer connected to the network.
  2. The .ND files are corrupted or damaged.
  3. Incorrect hosting configuration could also lead to the issue.
  4. QuickBooks fails to get the IP address of the system that has the company file.

What are the solutions for the QuickBooks Desktop error code H505?

Below are given some troubleshooting steps for QuickBooks error H505.

Solution- 1

  1. Press the Windows key and open the Control Panel.
  2. In the Control Panel, go to the Firewall Settings.
  3. Click on Allow a Program through the Firewall.
  4. Under the Add Program, add QuickBooks 20XX to the exception list.
  5. Restart the system and see if the error is gone.

Solution- 2

  1. Go to the Windows Firewall and select Advanced Settings.
  2. Right-click on Outbound Rules and select New Rule.
  3. Click on Ports and then choose Next.
  4. Select TCP and under the local ports box
  5. QuickBooks Desktop 2018: 8019, 56728, 55378-55382
  6. QuickBooks Desktop 2017: 8019, 56727, 55373-55377
  7. QuickBooks Desktop 2016: 8019, 56726, 55368-55372
  8. QuickBooks Desktop 2015: 8019, 56725, 55363-55367
  9. Click on Next and choose Allow the connection.
  10. Enter the name in the field and select Finish.
  11. Repeat the steps for Inbound Rules as well.
  12. Start QuickBooks again and see if the issue is resolved.

In the very end, we would like to conclude the blog on the issue of QuickBooks error H505. We hope that the content written above is easy to understand and helps you resolve any issue you are facing on the QB Desktop. However, if you require any additional help, call on the (855)-526-5749 anytime.

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