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What to do when a network issue error has occurred

by Intuit • Image Alt Text 12
Image Alt Text Updated 6/1/2026 06:53

Are you having network issues? Do you see an error message telling you a network issue has occurred? This article will walk you through some of the causes, and how to fix them.

Why do I see an error message?

When a network issue happens and QuickBooks Online displays the message (Error: a network problem has occurred) it means a portion of a page has not been fully loaded due to network issues. Resolving this issue is quick and easy by following a few simple steps.

How to remove the network error message

  • Select the Reload button or press F5 on your keyboard (Command + R if you're using a Mac) to reload the entire page.

  • If the problem persists, restart your browser and then sign in to QuickBooks Online.

  • If refreshing the browser doesn't work, check if your computer is running any firewall software. If a firewall is present, configure it to allow access for http://accounting.quickbooks.com and https://qbo.intuit.com

  • If you're still getting the error message, contact a QuickBooks Online customer care representative.

Need more help?

When you contact a QuickBooks Online Customer Care representative please have the following information available:

  • An exact description of what's going on.

  • Any firewall or other security software installed on your computer.

  • Any updates that were installed on your computer recently.

By having this information, it will help the QuickBooks Online Customer Care representative quickly assist you.