DESK44 Error in QuickBooks Desktop Integration

If you see the error:

DESK44 Error: No export account selected in QuickBooks Desktop configurations. Please create the appropriate account in QuickBooks or choose a different export option.

This means the selected export type in the Workspace does not have a compatible account type available in the QuickBooks Desktop Chart of Accounts.

QuickBooks requires specific account types depending on the export method selected.

Why the DESK44 Error Happens in QuickBooks Desktop

The DESK44 error typically occurs when:

• The selected export type requires a specific account type.
• That account type does not exist in the QuickBooks Desktop Chart of Accounts.
• The account was deleted or made inactive.
• The export configuration does not match available QuickBooks account types.

Each export type requires a specific QuickBooks account type.

How to Fix the DESK44 Error

You can either create the required account in QuickBooks Desktop or change the export type in the Workspace.

Create the Required Account in QuickBooks Desktop

Open QuickBooks Desktop and go to the Chart of Accounts. Create the appropriate account type based on your export configuration:

• Vendor Bills must export to an Accounts Payable account.
• Journal Entries must export to:
  • Accounts Payable,
  • Other Current Assets, or
  • Other Current Liabilities.
  • Journal Entries can only export to Other Current Liabilities if the report creator is set up as an employee in QuickBooks Desktop (not a vendor).
• Checks must export to a Bank account.
• Invoices must export to an Accounts Receivable account.
• Credit Card transactions must export to a Credit Card account.

After creating or activating the correct account:

1. Go to Settings > Workspaces.
2. Select your Workspace.
3. Click Accounting.
4. Click the three-dot icon next to the QuickBooks Desktop connection.
5. Click Sync now.

Then retry the export.

Change the Export Type in the Workspace

If you prefer not to create a new account:

1. Go to Settings > Workspaces.
2. Select your Workspace.
3. Click Accounting.
4. Click Export.
5. Change the export type for either Reimbursable or Non-reimbursable expenses.
6. Click Save.
7. Click Sync now.

Then retry the export.

FAQ

Does the DESK44 Error Mean the Integration Is Disconnected?

No. It means the selected export type does not have a compatible account type in QuickBooks Desktop.

Do I Need Admin Access in QuickBooks Desktop?

Yes. Creating or modifying accounts in the Chart of Accounts requires appropriate permissions.

Can I Use Any Account Type?

No. Each export type must match the correct QuickBooks account type listed above.