How to Fix QuickBooks Desktop Script Error?

A script error in QuickBooks Desktop can prevent you from accessing your company file and performing essential tasks. This error can be caused by a number of factors, including:

• Corrupted or damaged QuickBooks Desktop files
• Outdated QuickBooks Desktop software
• Issues with your computer’s Internet Explorer settings

Troubleshooting QuickBooks Desktop Script Error

Method 1: Configure the Internet Explorer Browser in the Compatibility View

1. Open Internet Explorer.
2. Click the Gear icon in the top right corner of the browser window.
3. Select Tools > Compatibility View Settings.
4. In the Add Websites field, enter the following URLs:https://*.intuit.comhttps://*.quickbooks.com
   https://*.microsoft.com
5. Click Add.
6. Close Internet Explorer.

Method 2: Adding URL to the Restricted Websites List

1. Open Internet Explorer.
2. Click the Gear icon in the top right corner of the browser window.
3. Select Internet Options > Security tab.

   
   

4. Click the Trusted Sites button. 

    

5. Click the Sites button.
6. In the Add this website to the zone field, enter the following URLs:
   https://*.intuit.com
   https://*.quickbooks.com
   https://*.microsoft.com
   
7. Click Add.
8. Uncheck the Required server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone box.
9. Click Close.
10. Uncheck the Enable Protected Mode box.
    
11. 
12. Click Close.
13. Close Internet Explorer.

Method 3: Turn off the Add-ons in the Internet Explorer

1. Open Internet Explorer.
2. Click the Tools menu.
3. Select Manage add-ons.
   
   
4. Under Toolbars and Extensions, select All add-ons.
5. In the list of add-ons, disable all add-ons.
6. Close Internet Explorer.

Method 4: Verify the active scripting and then uninstall the Active X

1. Open Internet Explorer.
2. Click the Tools menu.
3. Select Internet Options > Security tab.
4. Under Scripting, select Enable Active Scripting.
5. Click Apply.
6. Click OK.
7. Close Internet Explorer.
8. Open Control Panel > Programs and Features.
9. Select Microsoft Office 20xx > Microsoft Active X.
10. Click Uninstall.
11. Follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall Active X.
12. Restart your computer.

Conclusion

If you have followed the steps above and are still encountering a script error in QuickBooks Desktop, you may need to contact QuickBooks Desktop customer support for further assistance.