In QuickBooks International version, we're unable to import journal entries to QuickBooks Online (QBO). That could be the reason why you got an error message.
To bring your journal entries, you have few options to accomplish it.
Manually record them.
Look for a third-party application that will help you import them. Make sure it is supported or can be integrated with QuickBooks.
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