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Fiat Lux - ASIA
Level 15

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

FEDUP1
Level 2

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

I appreciate your detailed step by step list. It has not worked for me despite working on Quickbooks since 2002 and having fixed many integration issues through the years. I think it's intentional. QB does not make your life easier. Intuit is finding more and more ways to have control over your account. Will be switching to Xero and the like. 

GlinetteC
Moderator

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

I can see that you've been through a lot about converting your QuickBooks, FEDUP1.

 

Since the above steps didn't work for you, I would recommend reaching out to our phone support team. They have available tools and can do a screen-share with you to investigate your issue further concerning to integration process into QuickBooks. 

 

Here's how to contact them:

 

  1. Go to Help, then choose QuickBooks Desktop Help.
  2. Click Contact Us.
  3. Enter the details of the issue in the box, then click Continue.
  4. Select the best support option for you.

I'd appreciate it if you'd update me on how the call goes. I want to make sure this is taken care of.

elizabethaem
Level 3

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Is there really no way to delete posts?

Rasa-LilaM
QuickBooks Team

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Thanks for joining this thread, elizabethaem.


I can see that a lot of customers have the same need about being able to delete posts here in the Community. Ideas like this help identify what we need to improve in the product.


Let me take note of this feedback. Then, pass it along to the department that handles product enhancements for consideration in future updates.


I also invite you to visit the QuickBooks Blog. From there, you’ll see the new features and improvements added to QBO.

 

Additionally, the following guide contains resources to help manage tasks easily when using the program: Get Started.


Feel free to visit the Community if you have any other concerns or questions. I’ll be around to answer them for you. Have a good one.

NGarab
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

I was just about to follow your steps when I then find I can't DL IE on a mac! It should not be this hard to migrate from online to desktop!

Fiat Lux - ASIA
Level 15

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

@NGarab 

You need a Windows machine to convert QBO data to a QBW file and migrate it to DMG. Otherwise consider purchasing a 3rd party conversion service.

kgorton
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Could you recommend a 3rd party conversion? I've tried countless times to convert from Online to Desktop using the guidance of QB Support and nothing has worked. 

TirzahC
QuickBooks Team

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Hello there, kgorton.

 

I'm here to clear things up for you about the QuickBooks Online (QBO) to QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) conversion process. 

 

We have a guide to help you with the process of converting your Online data to the Desktop version. It comes with a migration tool to assist you as well. To get started with the conversion, you'll want to follow the steps outlined in this article: Export and convert your QuickBooks Online data to QuickBooks Desktop. It should be noted that both programs have different functionalities and features, so there will be limitations to the conversion process. This article highlights those limitations: Limitations when you convert from QuickBooks Online to QuickBooks Desktop.

 

Currently, we're unable to suggest which third-party app you should use to convert. You can look for an app that integrates with conversion in QuickBooks. You can also go to the Apps menu in your QuickBooks account and look for an app from there.

 

You can also check this article for any apps you can find that is integrated with QuickBooks: QuickBooks App Store.

 

Please let me know if you need anything or have questions. I'll be more than happy to assist. Have a great day.

Fiat Lux - ASIA
Level 15

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

@kgorton 

Send your private message to us for details.

P00969696
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

quickbook desktop

jamespaul
Moderator

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Hello, P00969696. 

 

I'd like to help you out but I need more details from you.

 

What issues are you encountering in QuickBooks Desktop? Do you have problems converting your data? Or do you need assistance doing a certain task? 

 

More details would definitely help. 

 

Looking forward to your reply. 

ashish_InfotreeLLC_UAE
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Hi Skinny Raven,

 

 

Thank You for your suggestion. But in my QBO It shows the error.  For your reference I have attached a picture as well. I tried in multiple browser (with Enable and disable Pop Ups) with admin access. But it is same Everywhere.

 

Currently I'm using QBO in UAE.

 

Please help.

 

 

 

Fiat Lux - ASIA
Level 15

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

@ashish_InfotreeLLC_UAE 

You can only utilize the tool to convert data from QB Online US version to QB Desktop US version. If you are using QB Online other regions (including QB Online UAE version), you may have 2 ways:

1. Utilize a migration tool. i.e TPExporter for Online, TPImporter for Desktop

https://transactionpro.grsm.io/qbo

 

2. Purchase a 3rd party conversion service.

 

cecyhdz
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

I'm  trying to export my  data from online to desktop  and i  keep getting  this error, any suggestion to fix it ?

 

 

 

An unexpected problem occurred on the server during your request. You can:

  • Wait a while and try again. The problem could be temporary and may be resolved in a few minutes.
  • Modify what you're doing (for example, if you are trying to create a report, customize it to display less data).

If you continue to have problems, contact Support.

NOTUSED

Fiat Lux - ASIA
Level 15

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

@cecyhdz 

Did you try to migrate data from QBO US version to QBD US version?

cecyhdz
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Yes 

cecyhdz
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Yes!

Fiat Lux - ASIA
Level 15

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

@cecyhdz 

Try again on private/incognito browser and make sure you are opening a supported QBD version on the same machine (e.g 2019-2022). If the same error persists, consider purchasing a 3rd party conversion service. Contact us in private for assistance. 

TX_State
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

I have been trying to export data from QB on-line to QB desktop (in the US) for several weeks now.  I have attempted this nine times over a period of 2 weeks.  I get this message after selecting Continue from Step 2:  Sorry, but something went wrong on 12:36 PM Feb 1, 2024 when you requested that a company file be created for downloading. Please click Start Over to try again. I click Start Over and then eventually get this message:  Thanks for your request! We'll email you shortly once your data is ready.  But I never receive an email or see a notification on my QB Home Page. I have read the many helpful posts. I've read the QB migration guide.  I've made sure I'm logged is as admin on both desktop and on-line. I've cleared all browser cache.  I've enabled pop-ups.  I've tried incognito.  I've tried Edge and Chrome.  One post said the migration only works with Internet Explorer, which of course is no longer available to download since it has long since been retired.  I tried IE Mode in Edge, but the QB page never reloads.  I have enlisted the help of QB customer support on several occasions. After screen sharing with several different experts, I was finally told that no additional help can be offered because I am not an accountant.  I am a business owner and apparently that doesn't rate high enough to get the help I need from QB.  If anyone has suggestions, please let me know.

GlinetteC
Moderator

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Hi, TX_State.

 

I appreciate all your efforts performed to fix this conversion issue. And understand how inconvenient it can be to encounter challenges along the process. 

 

I'm here to offer additional assistance with the conversion process.

 

To get started, May I know the version of QuickBooks Desktop you are using? We'll have to ensure you've followed the specific steps for your version to transfer your file successfully. I'm sharing this article for more details: Move your QuickBooks Online data to QuickBooks Desktop.

 

While I understand you have already contacted QuickBooks support, I would still recommend contacting them again, as they have the tools and expertise needed to access your account and review your case thoroughly. Their dedicated team will be able to provide you with additional guidance and assistance to transfer your data.

 

As an alternative option, you may also consider looking for a third-party conversion tool to transfer your QuickBooks Online data to QB Desktop. You can visit our QuickBooks App Store and browse an app that can integrate with QuickBooks that suit your business needs.

 

Please don't hesitate to post again if you need further help converting data or other concerns. I'll be sure to get back to you.

4Gal
Level 11

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

@TX_State 

Which QB Desktop year version do you have?

TX_State
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

I have QB Desktop 2019 Pro.  QB customer support made it very clear on my last call with them not to call back.  They said to help me they would need to escalate to the "Data Desk" (I think that's what they said).  And that department only supports "Accountants".

4Gal
Level 11

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

@TX_State 

QBD 2019 is outdated. You can only allow to use a supported version to convert data from QBO. You can use the trial version of QB Desktop 2021.

TX_State
Level 1

How do I convert my QuickBooks online to QuickBooks Desktop??

Good to know.  And interesting that the half dozen people I talked with in QB support didn't ask what version of desktop I had, only that I run the updater.  And I was screen sharing so they saw what version I had.  I will install the latest desktop version and try again.

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