Why is my OfficeTools by CARET not syncing with QuickBooks?

Being unable to sync to QuickBooks is typically caused by a file path mismatch, QuickBooks Certificate or having multiple QuickBooks files open.

1. Verify that the file path within OfficeTools by CARET and QuickBooks match. Within OfficeTools by CARET navigate to Setup>My Company>Information and Settings>Integration>Quickbooks

Please note: This has to match the QuickBooks Path for which file you are opening. This can be verified within QuickBooks by selecting File>Open Previous Company. The path listed here and the path within OfficeTools by CARET need to match exactly.

2. Check the QuickBooks Certificate for OfficeTools by CARET. Navigate to Edit>Preferences>Integrated Applications

Please note: Ensure that Don't allow any applications access to this company file box is unchecked.

• As you can see above, there are two OfficeTools by CARET Professional Certificates. There should only ever be one listed. In this case, it is recommended to remove all OfficeTools by CARET certificates and establish a brand new one.

Establishing a Quickbooks Certificate for OfficeTools by CARET

1. Login to QuickBooks as Admin and set the company file to Single User.

• Navigate back to the QuickBooks Integrations menu as in Step 1. (This will prompt for the Certificate)

Select whichever Yes option you decide (Most users select Yes, whenever this QuickBooks company file is open. 

If you are going to sync contact information it is recommended to select the bottom checkbox for Allow this application to access personal data such as Social Security Numbers and customer credit card information.