Bank error 185 means your bank or financial institution requires more information after you enter your credentials.
This may mean that your financial institution has additional security requirements, such as a security question or one-time passcode, for you to address.
Fix error 185
- Security questions: If your bank or financial institution asks you a security question, enter your answer. You may see this error again the next time you update if you have multiple security questions. As you enter your answers, QuickBooks Online remembers the security questions you have been asked and answers for you.
If you do not see the security question pop up, you may need to try another browser or you may need to disable your browser's pop-up blocker.
- One-time password: If your bank or financial institution asks for a one-time password, get your one-time password (on a device, through text, call, etc.), and enter it each time you see Error 185.
If the issue persists, sign in to QuickBooks using an incognito or private browser, or try other browser troubleshooting options.