Whether you have encountered error code H202, H303, H404, or H505 the solutions to resolve such errors is not an easy task. The reason why troubleshooting H-series of errors is complex is because of the fact that several components and services needs to work simultaneously to run QuickBooks in multi-user mode and H-series of errors are multi-mode errors. Today in this article we are going to discuss QuickBooks error H505 along with the reasons and solutions to rectify it in the shortest time possible. For complete info, keep reading the article until the end.
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What Reasons Prompts QuickBooks Desktop Error Code H505?
The first and the most common reason for the occurrence of H-series of errors in QuickBooks is improperly setting up the hosting settings in the QuickBooks application. Let’s have a look at some other reasons that can prompt QuickBooks Desktop error H505:
- If the workstation computer is unable to establish a connection with the server computer where the company file is saved.
- In case, QuickBooks database server manager is not running or has some damage.
- QuickBooks and its services are not having the admin privilege.
- Window Firewall is obstructing the connection with the company file.
Solutions to Rectify QuickBooks Error Code H505
Before following the solutions listed below, make sure that QuickBooks on the server is running with multi-user mode enabled and QuickBooks on the workstation has single-user mode enabled. You will and need to ensure that every single installation of QuickBooks Desktop in the network is installed with the latest released updates.
Solution 1: Ping the Server Computer from the Workstation
- Press Windows + R and type CMD in the run box.
- Press Enter and now type ipconfig in the command prompt window.
- Press Enter and take a note of the IP address of the server computer.
- Now open the command prompt on the workstation and type PING_ Server IP Address and hit Enter.
- Now check the results and ensure that no packets are lost.
- If you found some packets are lost, then there is a connectivity issues in the network and you will need to contact your IT experts for a resolution.
Solution 2: Run QuickBooks Database Server Manager
- Click the Windows Start button and type QuickBooks Database Server Manager in the search box.
- Press Enter and click QuickBooks Database server manager from the results.
- Now click Start Scan option and let the tool locate the company file.
- Now open QuickBooks and check if the error is resolved.
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