Here Is a Simple Guide To Fix QuickBooks Error 50004
                     Terminate 
QuickBooks Error 
50004 With Reliable 
& Convenient Ways
The direct deposit feature is one of the most important features of the QB payroll 
function, and issues while setting it up can lead to QuickBooks Error 50004 on the 
screen. This error code can prevent users from running the payroll features and can 
get triggered due to some common reasons, like incorrect date and time settings. If you 
are getting QuickBooks error code 50004, you can use the troubleshooting steps given 
below to eliminate it.
 
If you are getting direct deposit issues in QB and are unable to perform the 
solutions given below, you can reach out to us at 1-855-856-0042 to get direct 
help from our team of QuickBooks professionals.

Primary Causes & Factors Leading to the 
QuickBooks Desktop Error 50004
QuickBooks error message 50004 can arise due to the common reasons & triggers 
mentioned below –
• QuickBooks is repeatedly getting disconnected from the server, and the network 
issues are preventing the payroll functions.
• Windows firewall is causing obstructions, which is interfering with QuickBooks 
from running the direct deposit feature correctly.
• There are issues with the date and time settings on your PC, and your Windows 
OS version is not updated to the latest release.
• You are trying to run the direct deposit feature while operating QuickBooks in a 
multi-user mode, which is leading to access issues.
• You have not added QuickBooks as a trusted site in Internet Explorer, leading to the 
50004 error code.
 
Quick Methods to Easily Address QuickBooks 
Direct Deposit Error 50004
 
QuickBooks payroll error 50004 can be easily eliminated by using the detailed 
techniques mentioned below –
Technique 1 – Run the Direct Deposit Feature from the 
Employees Tab with Proper Admin Access
 
You can resolve QB error code 50004 by running the direct deposit feature with proper 
admin privileges.
• Exit QuickBooks and restart your PC to access the Start tab, and right-click the 
QB icon to select the Run as Admin option.
• Select the Employees menu and go to the Employee Center to select the 
Employee Name, and hit the Payroll Info option, followed by clicking Direct 
Deposit.
• Select the Use Direct Deposit option and confirm the account number, followed by 
entering the bank details and using your PIN to authenticate the process.
Technique 2 – Add QuickBooks as a Trusted Site from the 
Internet Options Tab of IE
 
You need to ensure that QuickBooks is added as a trusted site in Internet Explorer in 
the following manner –
 
• Open IE and hit the Tools icon to select Internet Options, and move to the Programs 
menu to select the Make Default option.
• From the Advanced tab, click Security and select the Trusted Sites option, followed 
by hitting Add to add the Intuit and QuickBooks links.
• Exit the window and from the Custom Level segment, go to the Miscellaneous 
section to hit Enable, and select the Access Data Sources field. 
Conclusion
 
QuickBooks Error 50004 can be reliably terminated by using the detailed steps given 
above. If the error message keeps recurring and the direct deposit function is not running, 
reach out to us at 1-855-856-0042 to get direct help from our QB technicians.