How to Resolve QuickBooks Error Code 404?

Learn easy approaches to troubleshoot the QuickBooks Error Code 404 (Page not found)

Are you getting Error code 404 and can’t come up with an ideal solution? Well, this is quite common situation, but don’t worry, as we can help you to come out from this. The recurrence of diverse forms of errors while accessing different functionalities of QuickBooks accounting software is a common phenomenon. While each error code has negative implications, they originate from different sources.

This error is often seen when the software itself fails to synchronized with Intuit servers. Although, tackling this issue might seem to be a daunting task for you, but it can be resolved by carrying out a couple of steps and procedures. Considering the difficulty that you might face, we have come up with this article today, where we will be have covered an in-depth discussion about the processes to fixing QuickBooks error code 404. Also, users will be acquainted with the multiple causes, signs, and symptoms behind this annoying error. Thus, go through this segment to know the process to deal with this problem. Keep reading..!

However, a shortcut for the same can be to get in touch with our QuickBooks error support team via our dedicated support line i.e. 1-800-761-1787. You can contact us at any point of time, and discuss your issues with our certified accounting professionals, who will handle the situation immediately. Our support services are online 24/7, and you will be cordially assisted by our certified expert. We will guide you through the entire troubleshooting process.

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An illustrative description of QuickBooks error message 404

Before we jump on to the solutions and other related information, it is better to first understand a bit about QuickBooks update error 404. This is basically an error that occurs when installing QuickBooks desktop. Although the primary reason behind to this error is the inappropriate shutdown/startup of Windows or inability of QuickBooks to sync with Intuit. Whenever you encounter such an error, it is recommended to unleash the basic causes behind it. Furthermore, this error is basically a run time errors that might be read as “Service messages error” or “QuickBooks error 404 pages not found” or “QuickBooks update error 404” or “QuickBooks runtime error 404”, etc.

You might also face this issue if the QuickBooks is unable to complete any update or not sync with the intuit server. This error has the data that can be deciphered by the manufacturer of the component. To know further about this error, continue reading the article.

Specific Operating systems information

QuickBooks error code 404 tends to appear in the below listed Microsoft Windows operating systems. Let us have a look:

Windows 2000	Windows ME	MS Windows 8
MS Windows XP	Windows 10	Windows Vista
Windows 7	Windows 11

What are the primary causes of QuickBooks error code 404?

This annoying error may occur due to one or more conspicuous causes enlisted below:

• In case an incomplete installation, program change, or software update, causing corruption of QB-related files, may contribute to Error Code 404 in QuickBooks.
• The intrusion of viruses or malware can cause irreparable damage to Windows files and QuickBooks-related files. Such data damage may instigate this error.
• If the system’s Windows registry gets corrupt due to any changes like installation or uninstallation of QuickBooks.
• In case the installation or download of QuickBooks remains incomplete or gets corrupted, then this error is probable to occur.
• Misconfiguration in the system settings can also lead to this technical issue in QuickBooks.
• Poor internet connectivity can be another reason.
• Uncurbed system junk and accumulation of temporary files may also contribute to this error.

Signs and symptoms of QuickBooks error code 404

The major signs and symptoms observed along with QuickBooks error 404 are as follows:

• First symptom can be that the web page you are trying to access couldn’t be spotted on the server.
• The error code 404 warning message manifests itself on the screen.
• Error code drops the dynamic application window can be another symptom.
• You can identify ‘Error 404 page not found’ if the page has been removed or moved but the URL is unchanged.
• Windows runs extremely slowly and sluggishly. As such, any inputs take significant time to process and reflect on the display screen.
• Various system operations get affected.
• QuickBooks application experiences sudden shutdown and the windows interface freezes recurrently.

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Diversified Methods to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Update Error 404

As we mentioned earlier, this error belongs to a run time error, and can be resolved by carrying out a couple of measures. Below we have listed a few of the effective methods that can help you in fixing the QuickBooks update error code 404. Let us check them out one by one:

Approach 1: Reconfiguring system settings

The first method to troubleshoot this error is to reconfigure the system settings. The steps involved in this process are as follows:

• To begin with, open the QuickBooks software and the company file.
• Initiate the process where the error was last seen.
• After that access the company files after opening QuickBooks.
• Proceed to the process where the error was last observed.
• Afterward, log out from the company file by picking close QuickBooks.
• The next step is to update the Windows and reboot the system.

• Along with that, you are required to navigate to internet explorer and, thereafter, opt for the tools menu.
• Within Tools, opt for the internet options.

• Moving ahead, you are required to select the the Advanced tab and browse in the Settings pane.
• Now, close all the programs and then save the information.
• Next, press the Windows and R keys together. Within the Run command box, type the MSConfig command and then hit the OK key.

• Once done with that, choose general in the system configuration window.
• And then, navigate to the startup selection and also choose the selective startup option.
• Along with that, click on OK button.

• And to end the process, reboot the system.

Approach 2: Verifying the internet speed

If the first method doesn’t work out, verify the internet speed. This can be done by carrying out the steps below:

• For this, move to the Internet explorer and also open a frequently opened website.
• Along with that, if you spot an issue with opening the URL, try to refresh the Internet setting and try again.
• In case the message still appears stating “Page can’t be displayed”, then switch off and on the wireless router and open the URL again.
• The next step is to reboot the system and try again.
• Now set the Internet explorer as the Default browser.
• Towards the end of the process, if the issue persists, then contact your internet service provider.

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Approach 3: Changing the internet settings

• In this particular method, you are supposed to navigate to the Internet explorer and then opt for tools and Internet options respectively.

• After that, hit a click on the Security tab and also navigate to the Trusted sites.

• Now add *.intuit.com and *.quickbooks.com as trusted sites.
• Followed by selecting close and also hitting the Ok tab.
• After that, log out from the company file and Close QuickBooks.
• Lastly, reopen QuickBooks, along with the company file and carry out the process where the error appeared.

Approach 4: Update QuickBooks and(or) Repair QuickBooks

In case the foregoing methods prove futile, then update and repair QuickBooks. The steps to be implemented in this method are described as follows:

4.1: How to update QuickBooks Desktop?

• Open QuickBooks and navigate to the Help menu.
• Along with that, pick the option to update QuickBooks desktop. Proceed ahead with the update process.

• Once the QuickBooks update is complete, restart QuickBooks and get these updates installed on the system.
• After updating the accounting software, launch it and open the company file.
• In case the issue continues, then move ahead with repairing QuickBooks.

4.2: How to Repair QuickBooks Desktop?

• First, press the Windows + R keys.
• In the Run command, type Appwiz.cpl in the box.

• Now, choose the QuickBooks software from the installed programs list and hit the repair button.

• Check if the error code 404 got resolved or not.

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Approach 5: Removal of system junk and temporary files

It is recommended to users, remove all the unwanted files from systems at regular intervals, as it can lead to different errors in the Windows OS and in QuickBooks.

• To delete the cache and cookies, you need to Open the browser.
• After that move to Settings tab.
• Herein, you need to clear the browsing data along with the Cache and cookies.
• In the next step, you need to remove the temporary files.
• Moving ahead, select all the files and hit a click on Delete button.

Approach 6: Scan the PC for viruses

As already explained in the earlier section, this error can also be caused due to virus intrusion. We recommend, users should perform a complete system scan for any virus’s.

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Time to conclude the walkthrough!

In the above article, we attempted to summarize the various methods for troubleshooting of QuickBooks error code 404. We also expect that after reading the article thoroughly, you might be able to resolve the error successfully. However, getting in touch with a team of professionals is recommended if you have any questions or need technical assistance. You can directly ring us at our QuickBooks enterprise support number, i.e., 1-800-761-1787, and our ProAdvisors will ensure that all your queries get addressed immediately without any hassle.

 

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