Object reference not set to an instance of an object

Learn how to diagnose and fix the 'Object reference not set to an instance of an object' error in the QuickBooks Web Connector.

Written by the MyWorks Team

Updated at June 30th, 2023

If the Web Connector is freezing/crashing when connecting to QuickBooks with MyWorks Sync - and logging the error "Object reference not set to an instance of an object" - there are a few reasons why this may happen.

Exception in UpdateSelected()

  • This means that you're missing a Company Name / Address in QuickBooks. In your QuickBooks company, go to Company > My Company, and ensure the Company Name and Address fields are filled out.

Unable to Get from Registry Key

  • This means your web connector is not properly installed/configured. Remove our application from the Web Connector and re-add it by clicking add Application.