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Oct 04, 2019 I cant download bank transactions in my Quickbooks 2014 for Mac. I get the error 'recnum is too small' Install on - Answered by a verified Tech Support Rep. Dec 12, 2019  Some banks only allow downloads to Quicken after the statement closing date, meaning that you won't see new transactions in Quicken until the statement closes. If you can't select a date range when you try to download from your bank, it means that you're only able to download new transactions after the statement closing date.

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• edited May 2018

  I have Citi also but is set up for web connect vice direct. As of this writing I was able download transactions without any issue using the web connect as I was checking to see if I had the same issue as Citi does make changes now and again.
  As far as the paperless issue, were you receiving paper statements? I dont see any coorelation to that being an issue as it has nothing to do with the transaction download.
  Have you spoke with citi ref this issue? Just asking.
  There may be an issue with the file, have you tried validating the data file yet?
• edited May 2018

  Thanks -- yes, was receiving paper, and want to continue. I don't think that's the issue any more. It's simply what caused the download to fail the first time, but it should have nothing to do with being able to reenable downloads now that I've confirmed I want to continue. I don't believe that Quicken Mac has a file-validate function, and Citi tech support is hopeless.
• edited May 2018

  Sorry, I don't have Q Mac software on my IPad but there are others in here that know more about Mac ware than I.
• edited July 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah
• edited May 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah

  Sarah, is the issue affecting all FIs or just Citibank?

  Quicken user since Q1999. Currently using QW2017.
  Questions? Check out the Quicken Windows FAQ list
• edited May 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah

  Hi mshiggins,
  Currently we have open issues for Citibank and Chase that we are investigating but these issues are not affecting all FI's.
  Thanks!
  Sarah
• edited May 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah

  Hi Sarah,
  Chase is working for me. Citi Cards is not. Error HTTP 403 trying to Direct Connect to Citi Cards. If disable downloads and try to reconnect, get 'Quicken cannot communicate with Citi Cards'.
  I forwarded my log files to your email.

  Quicken Mac Subscription; Quicken Mac user since the early 90s
• edited May 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah

  Same for me. Chase is fine. Citi Cards does not connect with the same error message as RickO.
• edited May 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah

  After the usual deactivate and try to reactivate via the support agent, the final answer was wait 24 hours and try to connect again.
  If not, then try again in 48 hours.
  Wow.
• edited May 2018

  Quicken indicated an HTTP 403 error with Citi, then a spinning circle while it downloaded over 500 duplicate transactions.
• edited May 2018

  Quicken indicated an HTTP 403 error with Citi, then a spinning circle while it downloaded over 500 duplicate transactions.

  Fred, which connection method (Quicken Connect or Direct Connect)? And which Citi FI name, 'Citi Cards' or one of the others?

  Quicken Mac Subscription; Quicken Mac user since the early 90s
• edited May 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah

  Hi Lucille,
  This error has been escalated to our service providers for further investigation and resolution. As soon as an update on this issue is received, I will be back to share the details.
  Thank you,
  Sarah
• edited May 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah

  I am having the same problem with Citi Card. Error HTTP 403 trying to Direct Connect to Citi Cards. I disabled downloads but can't reconnect. I get 'Quicken cannot communicate with Citi Cards'. It's been going on for two days.
• edited May 2018

  Hello All,
  Thank you for taking the time to report this issue and I apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this has or may further cause. We are currently investigating reports of receiving a CC-502 error code, OL-295-A in Quicken for Windows and a HTTP 403 error code, ccscrape.102 error or OL-295-A error in Quicken for Mac when attempting to add accounts or download transactions.
  Please contact Quicken Support and reference Alert A-0255. The Support Agent will need to review your log files and possibly escalate this issue to our service providers for resolution.
  Thank you,
  Sarah

  I am having the same problem with Citi (Citi Cards).. I contacted them and they were no help. I am trying to use direct connect and it worked fine until two days ago.
  What is the status with this?
• edited May 2018

  Quicken indicated an HTTP 403 error with Citi, then a spinning circle while it downloaded over 500 duplicate transactions.

  I have same problem . Direct Connect and 'Citi Cards'.. however I have not been able to download any so as of now I don't have and duplicates..
  Here is what I see in the logs:
  2018-05-25 12:48:20 +0000: HTTP error 403 from server:<HTML><HEAD>
  <TITLE>Access Denied</TITLE>
  </HEAD><BODY>
  <H1>Access Denied</H1>
  You don't have permission to access
  Also, don't have any issue logging on to their website, but I was ask to change my password..
• edited January 2019

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Citibank Credit Card.
  Greetings,
  Does anyone know if either Citibank or Quicken stopped supporting direct connect connection type? Since the most recent update, I can no longer download transactions from Citibank Credit Card. After continuing to receive an error message for the past few days, I switched to quicken connect connection type.
  The error messaged that I received while attempting to utilize direct connect is --Oops. We're having a problem. Quicken cannot communicate with Citi Cards. HTTP 403
  I am using Quicken Mac Deluxe 2018
  Version 5.6.1 (Build 56.22375.100)
  macOS 10.13.4
• edited December 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Citi Cards.
  The direct Connect for Quickbooks is not working and after a conference call between Quickbooks tech support Citi and myself (and a very rude Citi individual at that) it is clear that Citi knows about the problem but they are in NO hurry to fix it. I am not sure about Quicken. I do not use that card very often I might test it now to see if it is the same. As a result I am closing my Citi Credit Card accounts. They have been very difficult to work with over the years and this was the last straw..
  I am using both Quicken and Quickbooks in Windows but I would assume that this situation applies to the MAC version as well..
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: Citibank Credit Card.
• edited May 2018

  I am using Direct Connect with Citi Cards and have for years. Unlike others, I do get the HTTP 403 error, but 15 seconds later I get the pinwheel and a download of hundreds of duplicate transactions from the past few months.
• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled AGGREGATOR_IN_ERROR error for Citibank.
  I haven't been able to connect to my Citibank accounts for the past few days. Anyone else having this problem? Running Quicken for Mac Deluxe 2018 5.6.1
• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  yes, I'm having same problem. Getting cc-502 error. Have not been able to download for about a week now.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: AGGREGATOR_IN_ERROR error for Citibank.
• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  Have the same problem this morning. This is the message box I got when updating:
  And then this:
  So..apparently something is up. And not in a good way.
  Deactivated the account from downloads..and then couldn't re-connect them again to CitiCards via Direct Connect.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: AGGREGATOR_IN_ERROR error for Citibank.
• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  Same here. FI = Citi Cards. Last connected successfully on Monday 5/21. QM 5.6.1.
  Error HTTP 403 also.
  On deactivating downloads and trying to reconnect, get 'Quicken cannot connect with Citi Cards'.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: AGGREGATOR_IN_ERROR error for Citibank.

  Quicken Mac Subscription; Quicken Mac user since the early 90s
• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  Confirmed here, Mac, Quicken 18 Version 5.6.1 (Build 56.22375.100). May have started after latest minor update two days ago. Wonder if there's a way to go back a version.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: AGGREGATOR_IN_ERROR error for Citibank.
• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  Bob, It's not the version. Same behavior in 5.5.7. Just a coincidence.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: Merging.

  Quicken Mac Subscription; Quicken Mac user since the early 90s
• edited January 2019

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled ol-295-a error for citi card download this morning. is anyone else getting this..
  Was able to download citi card transactions last night. This morning getting ol-295-a.
  Hope it's temporary but was wondering if others are getting this error.

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• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  Yes I have the same problem error OL-295-A with Citi credit card
  Quicken 2018 Deluxe , Windows 10
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: ol-295-a error for citi card download this morning. is anyone else getting this..
• edited January 2019

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  Yes, but according to the message, the bank's servers are temporarily not accepting requests, try again later, so I will.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: ol-295-a error for citi card download this morning. is anyone else getting this..

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• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  I'm having the same issue.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: ol-295-a error for citi card download this morning. is anyone else getting this..
• edited May 2018

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  Same issue here.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: ol-295-a error for citi card download this morning. is anyone else getting this..
• edited January 2019

  This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Merging.
  I called Citi and they said there was no problem on their end. They had me deactivate and reactivate online access and Citibank connection was reestablished but it pulled in a lot of old transactions that I had to delete. It's working again. As a test, I tried restoring a Quicken backup from a day ago to avoid having to delete the downloaded transactions and the error reappeared. Something got changed with the connection to Citibank. So I restored the most recent backup, deleted to the old downloaded transactions and retried the connection. It worked. Strange.
  Maybe just waiting a day would fix the problem.
  Note: This conversation was created from a reply on: ol-295-a error for citi card download this morning. is anyone else getting this..

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Who QuickBooks for Mac Is Right For

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• Don’t need access to data while away from the office
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Unlike QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks for Mac is only accessible on the computer that you installed the software on. This means that you won’t be able to access the data while away from the office unless you sign up with a hosting service like Right Networks.

You can have a maximum of three users in your QuickBooks file at the same time, and you cannot connect your bank cards and credit card accounts to QuickBooks for Mac. This means that you will need to manually enter this data or import it from an Excel spreadsheet.

QuickBooks for Mac Costs

QuickBooks for Mac starts at a one-time fee of $299.95. As previously discussed, you can add payroll processing and payment services at any time for an additional fee. Unlimited tech support is included for the first 30 days. At the end of the 30 days, you will need to purchase a service plan to contact tech support for assistance.

QuickBooks for Mac Features

When it comes to features included, QuickBooks for Mac is packed with features that go well beyond the basics of tracking income and expenses for your business. In addition to tracking accounts payable, accounts receivable (A/R), inventory, payroll, accepting online payments, and having the ability to run detailed reports, we have included a list of additional features included.

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The reconciliation discrepancy report is also a new feature that you will find in the new QuickBooks for Mac 2019 version. In the past, this feature was only available in QuickBooks Desktop for PC and QuickBooks Online Accountant. It allows you to troubleshoot any issues that you have with reconciling your bank and credit card accounts each month.

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Reconciliation Discrepancy report from QuickBooks for Mac.

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Past Due stamp on delinquent Invoices in QuickBooks for Mac.

12. Square Transactions Import

The last new feature that was added to QuickBooks for Mac 2019 is the ability to import your sales data from Square into QuickBooks for Mac. This will save you a ton of time because you won’t have to enter the data manually any longer. See an example of how this works below:

Quickbooks For Mac Can't Download Transactions To Credit Card 2016

Pros & Cons of QuickBooks for Mac

Like with most software products there are pros and cons to using QuickBooks for Mac. While it is user-friendly, packed with features, and easy to find help when you need it; it is not accessible easily and is limited when it comes to QuickBooks Online support and the number of users to whom you can give access.

Pros of QuickBooks for Mac

There are several positives to using QuickBooks for Mac. Like the PC version, it has a user-friendly interface, it includes several robust features at an affordable price, and it’s easy to find an expert if you need help.

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• User-friendly: Like most QuickBooks products, QuickBooks for Mac is easy to set up and navigate if you don’t have a bookkeeping or accounting background
• More features for cost: QuickBooks for Mac includes many features at an affordable one time cost of $299.99; A/R, accounts payable (A/P), inventory tracking, and 1099 reporting are some of the features included in QuickBooks for Mac
• Get help when you need it: If you need help setting up your business or you have questions, you can find a bookkeeper or accountant who is familiar with QuickBooks for Mac; be sure to check out our How to Find QuickBooks ProAdvisors guide to learn how to find a QuickBooks for Mac expert in your local area

Cons of QuickBooks for Mac

Most of the drawbacks of QuickBooks for Mac are centered on the fact that it is a desktop product that requires you to install software. As a result, there are limitations when it comes to accessibility, QuickBooks Online support and number of users.

Below are three negatives of using QuickBooks for Mac:

• No mobile access to data: Unlike QuickBooks Online which allows you to access your data from any computer with an internet connection, QuickBooks for Mac can only be accessed from the computer where the software was installed; as discussed previously, you can sign up for a hosting plan to access your data away from the office
• Limited tech support: When you purchase QuickBooks for Mac, it comes with unlimited tech support for the first 30 days; afterward, you must purchase a support plan to get help or hire a QuickBooks expert
• Maximum of three user licenses: QuickBooks for Mac comes with one user license’ you can purchase up to two additional licenses if you need to give other users access to your data

Alternatives to QuickBooks for Mac

QuickBooks Online for Mac is an ideal alternative to QuickBooks for Mac Desktop. QuickBooks Online is cloud-based accounting software that can be used on any desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or cellphone. Unlike QuickBooks for Mac Desktop, there is no software to install. You need a device that can connect to the internet and you can access your data easily by logging in with a secure ID and password.

There is a glance at the three QuickBooks Online for Mac pricing plans:

• QuickBooks Online Simple Start: Costs $20 per month; ideal for startup businesses; save up to 50% here
• QuickBooks Online Essentials: Costs $35 per month; best for small to medium-sized businesses that sell services only; save up to 50% here
• QuickBooks Online Plus: Costs $60 per month; best for any business that sells products or services; save up to 50% here

Below is a summarized feature comparison chart of QuickBooks for Mac vs. QuickBooks Online pricing plans.

QuickBooks for Mac vs. QuickBooks Online for Mac Feature Comparison at a Glance

QuickBooks Online Simple Start

QuickBooks Online Simple Start is ideal for startups that pay their bills with a debit card, credit card, or through an automated clearing house (ACH). This plan is the most economical out of the three plans at $20 per month. However, it is limited when it comes to features included. While you can manage A/R, connect your bank card or credit card accounts and give access to one user and two accountants, QuickBooks Online Simple Start does not include the following features:

• Ability to manage A/P
• Ability to track inventory
• Track payments to contractors & prepare 1099s
• Create & manage budgets

QuickBooks Online Essentials

QuickBooks Online Essentials is right for small to medium-sized businesses that sell services only. This plan is the mid-tier plan and will cost $35 per month. In addition to the features included in the Simple Start plan, it includes the following features:

• Ability to manage A/P
• Ability to give access to three users plus two accountants vs. one user and two accountants in the Simple Start plan

QuickBooks Online Plus

QuickBooks Online Plus is ideal for small to medium-sized businesses that sell products and services. This plan is $60 per month, three times the Simple Start plan ($20 per month) and $25 per month more than the Essentials plan. However, you do get several additional features for the hefty price tag:

• Ability to give access to five users and two accountants for a total of seven users vs. five with the Essentials plan and three in Simple Start
• Able to track inventory
• Track payments and prepare 1099s for independent contractors
• Create & manage budgets

QuickBooks Online Plus is the plan that comes closest to including all the features that you will find in QuickBooks for Mac Desktop. The primary difference between the two plans is all QuickBooks Online plans included unlimited QuickBooks Online support vs. free tech support for the first 30 days with QuickBooks Mac.

For support beyond 30 days, you will need to purchase a support plan. In addition, QuickBooks Online Plus includes up to seven users, and QuickBooks Mac comes with one user license, and you can purchase up to two additional licenses.

If you are a current QuickBooks for small business Mac user who is considering switching to QuickBooks Online, check out our guide on converting from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online.

QuickBooks for Mac Reviews

QuickBooks for Mac users who gave a positive review like the robust features and the easy to use interface. However, users who gave a negative review said that QuickBooks for Mac doesn’t quite have all the bells and whistles that QuickBooks Desktop for the PC has. Be sure to check out our QuickBooks for Mac reviews page for more information.

QuickBooks for Mac Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Listed below are the most frequently asked questions about QuickBooks for Mac.

Is there a Mac Version of QuickBooks?

There is a Mac version of QuickBooks, and the latest edition is QuickBooks for Mac 2019. You can purchase QuickBooks for Mac for $299.99 and install the software on your Mac computer. Similar to the PC version of QuickBooks, you can track all your business income and expenses in QuickBooks for Mac.

Is QuickBooks for Mac Discontinued?

Last year, Intuit announced that it was discontinuing QuickBooks for Mac and would support the 2016 version through May 31, 2019. However, due to feedback from several QuickBooks customers who use QuickBooks for Mac, Intuit renewed its commitment to these customers by releasing QuickBooks for Mac 2019.

What’s the Difference Between QuickBooks for Mac and QuickBooks Online?

There are several differences between QuickBooks for Mac and QuickBooks Online. QuickBooks for Mac was designed for Mac users and must be installed on a Mac computer whereas QuickBooks Online is a cloud accounting software that doesn’t require installation and can be used on a PC, Mac or any mobile device with an internet connection.

Check out our QuickBooks comparison chart for a detailed breakdown of the differences between QuickBooks for Mac and QuickBooks Online.

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What’s the Difference Between QuickBooks for Mac and QuickBooks for PC?

There are several differences between QuickBooks for Mac and QuickBooks for PC. QuickBooks for Mac was designed specifically for Mac computers and QuickBooks for PC was designed for the PC. Both products have a starting price of $299.99 and include many of the same features such as the following:

• Track and pay bills
• Create and send invoices
• Track inventory
• Track and pay 1099 contractors
• Detailed reports such as profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statement

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The Bottom Line

Now that you know what QuickBooks for Mac is and how it works, it’s time for you to make a decision. If you need access to your data 24/7/365, choose QuickBooks Online for Mac. However, if you don’t need mobile access to your data, and you want an affordable way to manage your income and expenses, choose QuickBooks for Mac.

QuickBooks for Mac allows you to keep track of every financial aspect of your business. Create invoices or sales receipts to track income and write checks to pay your bills. With a few clicks, you can review sales and analyze how profitable your business is. QuickBooks offers a 60-day money back guarantee, so you’ve got nothing to lose. Download QuickBooks for Mac 2019 and get your business up and running in no time.