QuickBooks script error usually occurs when a user tries to access a webpage from within the QuickBooks application. QuickBooks offers users incredible accounting features, but you can't avoid getting errors when using the program. The script error is also a problematic situation in the program that occurs due to various reasons. This error may also impact other applications on your device that require an Internet connection and browsing configuration. If you are getting this error for the first time and want to know more about it, read this simple and friendly post until the end. 

What Is QuickBooks Script Error Message?

When you try to open a webpage from within the QuickBooks application, an error message can unexpectedly appear on your screen. The error message reads - An error has occurred in the script of this page. The error message can also crop up with the text – Internet Explorer Error. Resolving the error can sometimes be a hard nut to crack.However, when you know the possible reasons behind the error, you at least know which route to take to troubleshoot the problem. Let's proceed further and see the possible reasons behind the problem.

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Script errors can show up its different variations, and QuickBooks error 9999 also comes in the same series. The arrival of the error can obstruct the QuickBooks communication with the banking server. We will discuss the possible reasons behind the error in the next section.

What Are The Possible Reasons Behind The QuickBooks Desktop Script Error?

Now that you are aware of the error message, let's dig further and understand what promotes script error when opening a webpage from the QuickBooks application:

  • QuickBooks best work with Internet Explorer. However, when the browser is misconfigured or outdated, you may get the script error message.

  • When you make a page request while the Internet is already running, you are prone to see the concerning error.

  • QuickBooks must be synced to Internet Explorer. If not, the error is certain to take place.

What Are The Symptoms Of QuickBooks Script Error? 

A majority of the issues in QuickBooks are identified with the symptoms that they show on their arrival. Similarly, the QuickBooks script error gives the following symptoms:

  • Time-out message when logging QuickBooks Online.

  • Lethargic working of the Internet.

  • An error message shows up when entering bank feeds from the bank website.

  • The machine becomes sluggish towards the mouse and keyboard inputs.

  • The error message may prompt you to choose between running or canceling the script.

  • Error when logging into QuickBooks Online in Internet Explorer.

  • Window block when trying to log in to QuickBooks Online.

How To Get Rid Of The Script Error in QuickBooks?

Knowing the possible reasons behind the script error is half the job done. Taking it further, let's perform its effective solutions:

Method 1: Clean Your Browser's Data

  • Open your Internet Explorer browser and then select Tools.

  • Next, click Internet Options and then go to the General tab and do the same.

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  • Thereafter, click and hit the Delete option located underneath Browse History.

  • Mark the checkbox for the options you want to delete and hit OK to apply them.

Method 2: Disable Add-Ons on your Internet Explorer

If the error persists, even after performing the solutions, make sure that no add-ons are enabled on your Internet Explorer:

  • When in your Internet Explorer, navigate to the Tools section.

  • Next, you need to select the Internet Options to move ahead.

  • Thereafter, choose Programs options, and it will take you to the next step.

  • When the new tab opens, hit the Manage add-ons option.

  • In the end, select Disable add-ons and click OK to finish.

Method 3: Set your Browser to Yield Propitious Results

If the QuickBooks Script error is still there, configure your browser to fix the error. Follow the below-given steps:

  • Go to Internet Options after opening Internet Explorer.

  • Next, hit the Advanced tab.

  • When the new tab opens, click Reset to default and click Apply button.

  • Now end the task by clicking the OK button.

Method 4: Exempt the Erroneous Web Source from Restrictions

If none of the solutions can bring you luck, exempt the web source from restriction by adding it as a trusted site. Below are your steps:

  • Open Internet Explorer on your system having QuickBooks installed, and then select Tools.

  • In the browser, select Internet Options.

  • Moving ahead, click the Security tab.

  • Exempt Intuit.com from being scanned by adding it as a trusted site.

Method 5: Reactivate Internet Explorer 11 on Your Windows

If the QuickBooks Script error still persists, try reactivating Internet Explorer 11 on Windows 10. Perform the below-given steps:

  • Open the Run window (Windows + R) and then type Control Panel in the search box.

  • Now click Enter.

  • Next, you have to click on Add/Remove Program option.

  • Go to the Turn Windows features on or off section, where you need to remove the checkmark for Internet Explorer 11 option.

  • Moving ahead, reboot the Windows and get back to the same settings again.

  • Here, you have to re-enable Internet Explorer 11 by checkmarking the box next to it.

  • Once marked, restart your Windows PC.

  • Now try to open the webpage in QuickBooks and check if it does not throw the QuickBooks script error again.

Ending Words!

The solutions described in this post troubleshoot the possible reasons that can bring forth the QuickBooks Script error. Using these steps, you can configure your Internet browser to support webpage access. However, if the error still persists, it means you need a professional's assistance for the error resolution. Reach out to the expert and get rid of the problem in no time.