Invalid Account Type


Error

Failed to create Item with error:
Invalid account type: For a ______, the _____ account must have Account Type: X' and Detail Type: 'X'.
This Item was used on the following transactions: 

Cause

This error is related to the Account type in your Chart of Accounts in QuickBooks Online. The account provided does not have an Account type of "X" and a Detail type of "X". This error is often related to either an Inventory Asset account but can also include income and expense accounts. 

Resolution

You will need to either edit the account or create a new account with the correct Account type and Detail Type. 
Accountant View:

Save Account Under = Account Type

Tax Form Section = Detail Type

Business View:

Account Type = Account Type

Detail Type = Detail Type


 

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