QuickBooks users often encounter script errors when attempting to open their company file, which can be perplexing since these errors provide no clear explanation for their cause. In this article, we've outlined some effective troubleshooting steps to help you eliminate these script errors in QuickBooks desktop. Additionally, we've included a detailed explanation of what a script error is and what causes it. To obtain a full understanding of this issue, read the entire article.
Typically, QuickBooks script errors are associated with Internet Explorer and it’s settings. If generally occurs when there are installation problems with JavaScript or VB Script, or if Internet Explorer fails to execute these scripting languages, a script error may occur in QuickBooks Desktop, resulting in an error message that says "QuickBooks Script Error Unable to Get Property Length of Undefined or Null Reference." Fortunately, resolving this script error is not overly complicated and can be fixed by resetting Internet Explorer's settings.
The QuickBooks script errors can arise due to various factors, but the following are the most common causes observed across multiple users' devices:
- If script processing tools or features in QuickBooks are turned off, it can result in such error.
- If script debugging is enabled on the device, it can lead to this error.
- A faulty Windows user profile can also be a cause of such issues.
- Inadequate saving and verification of previous changes made to the computer device can lead to script errors.
- Users may encounter issues if the data downloaded online does not sync with the script software.
