Effective techniques to fix QuickBooks error 179

QuickBooks is a reliable bookkeeping software that allows it users to work on their bank data and download recent transactions. All the monetary processes are carried out using the user’s ban account linked to the software. However, internal issues in the software can sometimes interrupt the connection to the bank. QuickBooks error 179 causes problems to the users during online banking or executing any bank-related task. If you also faced this error on your QuickBooks, keep reading further to understand the conditions that encourage its development and the adequate methods to terminate it.

Eliminate this issue with the guidance provided by a QB support team at 1.855.738.2784.

About the error

This is a banking error in QuickBooks that generates when you are signed in to the bank account on multiple devices. This error causes you to lose access to your bank account, which also forbids you from executing any bank related task like downloading your transactions. Whenever you attempt to execute the task, you’ll receive error codes on your screen, and the ongoing task will stop instantly. This error can also lead QuickBooks to a sudden crash and your Windows can also freeze for a small duration. You don’t need to worry about your financial data as it is entirely secure and the error can be resolved by configuring some system settings.

Reasons

Here are potential causes of the development of this banking error in your QuickBooks-

• Your bank account is signed in from multiple devices.
• The bank file being used in the software is in an unsupported format or you have entered incorrect credentials while signing in to your bank account.
• QuickBooks faces difficulties accessing the bank account due to internet connection issues caused by an incompatible browser.
• The TLS settings can also block the software from connecting to the internet if they aren’t configured correctly.
• Issues have occurred at the bank’s end and the bank servers have stopped responding to QuickBooks requests.

Solutions

The methods to eliminate this QuickBooks error from your PC are described below-

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Solution 1- Verify the account credentials you entered are correct

This error will develop if you try to sign in with incorrect details of your bank account. It can be possible that you have changed the sign in details recently and they aren’t updated in the software. This will cause an error when you try to sign in to the bank account using your old credentials. Another condition that can provoke this error is when your bank account is signed in using multiple devices. You must approach all the devices individually and sign out of your account in them. Follow these steps to verify the credibility of your bank account info-

1. Go to the bank’s official website with the help of a web browser.
2. Try signing in to your bank account using the details you have specified in QuickBooks.
3. If you are successfully signed in, then the problem is related to the bank file. If you encounter an issue here too, tap the Forgot Password option below username & password.
4. Do as per directed by your bank to reset your password (you might need the registered email and phone number).
5. After the password is reset, use this new password to sign in to your bank account in QuickBooks.

If you still fail to access the account, it can be due to a damaged or unsupported bank file. You must download the bank file again in a QuickBooks supported format as described below-

1. Sign in to your bank account in a web browser.
2. Download the bank transactions file in .qbo format.
3. Try to access your bank data using this file.

If the error is still not terminated, go to the next solution.

Solution 2- Set up the TLS settings prevent QuickBooks from getting blocked

Transport layer protocol is used to keep your data safe from any malpractices while it is transferred over the internet. These settings also stop malware and other threats from entering your system through the internet. If the settings aren’t configured properly, QuickBooks can generate issues while connecting to the internet. Set the TLS settings using the steps given below-

1. Press Windows + R simultaneously to go to the Run window.
2. To open the Internet Properties window, enter inetcpl.cpl and press Enter.
3. Go to the Security tab and scroll-down to find the TLS settings.
4. Mark the checkbox beside TLS 1.1 & TLS 1.2.
5. Save the settings and try to download the bank transactions in QuickBooks.

If the error is not removed, check out the next solution.

Solution 3- Set default browser in Windows and remove its temporary files

An incompatible web browser can also develop issues while executing the software functions. You must always use the inbuilt browsers of the OS to prevent such issues while connecting to the internet. Use the steps given below to set up default browser in your Windows-

1. Search for ‘default apps’ or open its window from the control panel.
2. Approach the Web Browser option in the window and select Microsoft Edge or Internet Explorer.
3. Save the settings and open the browser.

Temporary files, cookies and cached data in the web browser can also affect the internet connection. You must erase all this data to ensure they do not cause issues while connecting to your bank servers. Use the following steps-

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete in your web browser to clear your browsing history.
2. Select Cookies, cache, temporary files, etc.
3. Click on Delete or Clear now to erase them from the web browser.
4. Try accessing your bank data in QuickBooks.

If the error is still present, it can be due to internal damage in the software as explained in the next solution.

Solution 4- Repair the software with QB tool hub

Internal issues are common in the software that can affect its functions. This bank error can also develop due to minor issues in the software caused by a faulty installation. Here’s a way to fix the issues using QB Tool hub-

1. Approach the Program Problems option in QB tool hub.
2. Click on Quick fix my program and wait until the tool mends the issues.
3. Reopen QuickBooks after the process is complete.

The error will be fixed and you can now work on your bank data without any problems.

Conclusion

You now know the primary causes of QuickBooks error 179, which interrupts the connection to your bank. The accurate strategies to counter this error are also described, which we expect you to use to eliminate this error and make your QuickBooks flawless again.

If any other issues occur while implementing the methods, contact a QB support team at 1.855.738.2784.

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