QuickBooks error 3371 appears when you fail to open or activate your QuickBooks program and is also one of the possible error messages on your screen:
“Could not initialize license properties. Error 3371: QuickBooks could not load the license data. This may be caused by missing or damaged files.”
“Could not initialize license properties. [Error 3371, Status Code -11118] QuickBooks could not load the license data. This may be caused by missing or damaged files.”
Such an error appears due to any damage or corruption in your QuickBooks program file or the file that saves the license information. This blog will cover the appropriate fixes for error code 3371, so follow them carefully.
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Instant Ways to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Error 3371 Status Code 1111
Failure to run the accounting and financial process occurs when you fail to activate or open QuickBooks due to an activation issue. This section will cover the appropriate fixes to resolve QuickBooks error 3371 when attempting to launch the program; be sure to follow the troubleshooting steps:
Run the 3371 Error Fix from the Tool Hub
The QuickBooks Tool Hub offers the 3372 Error Fix utility to deal with the error when you fail to activate or open QuickBooks. Proceed with the below steps to learn how to use the tool:
a. Download and Install QuickBooks Tool Hub
• Shut down your QuickBooks Desktop.
• Visit Intuit’s official site and download the most recent version of QuickBooks Tool Hub 1.6.0.8 Once downloaded, save it from where you can easily it.
• Find the file you just downloaded (QuickBooksToolHub.exe) and double-click on it.
• Adhere to on-screen instructions and agree with your product's terms and conditions.
• Once the process completes, find the Tool Hub icon and double-click on it. Note: Manually search for Tool Hub on the Windows desktop if you can’t find the icon.
b. Run 3371 Error Fix
• Select Installation Issues from the left menu bar.
• Click on 3371 Error Fix and hit OK.
• Launch QuickBooks Desktop again and open the company file.
Delete the Entitlement Data Store File
The entitlement file saves your license information to activate your QuickBooks and ensure it is valid. However, corruption in this file can cause problems when activating and trigger the error code 3371.
• Launch the Run prompt on your computer.
• Type C:\ProgramData\Intuit\Entitlement Client\v8 and hit the Enter key. If you fail to open this, instead use the different file path: C:\ProgramData\Intuit\Entitlement Client\v6.
Note: Open Windows File Explorer and navigate to C: ProgramData, Intuit, and Entitlement Client if you are still unable to locate the V6 or V8 folder.
• Look for EntitlementDataStore.ecml and right-click on it. Select Delete and click Yes to confirm.
• Launch QB and open your data file.
• Adhere to the on-screen instructions to re-register your QuickBooks.
Remove and Re-install QuickBooks Desktop
Reinstalling QuickBooks Desktop fixes problems associated with program files and errors, such as 3371, when activating or opening QuickBooks. Learn how to uninstall and reinstall the QuickBooks program.
Before starting
• Get the installer of the same version as QuickBooks Desktop.
• Note down the QuickBooks license number. You will find it on the original package. If you buy it online, check the purchase confirmation email.
Note: If you can't find, get the information from the account management portal.
a. Remove QuickBooks Desktop
• Click on the Windows logo key from the left pane of your computer.
• Go to Programs and Features or click on Uninstall a Program from the options displayed on your screen.
• Choose the version of QuickBooks Desktop you use from the list of programs.
• Remove QB by hitting on Uninstall/Change, Remove and then Next. (In case you can’t see the option to uninstall the software, sign out and then sign in to Windows again as an admin).
b. Install Your QuickBooks Again
• Ensure that your computer is connected to a strong and active Internet connection.
• Find the QuickBooks program file (QuickBooks.exe) and double-click on it.
• Choose;
- Express install: To save the preferences of the previous version of QuickBooks and install over it.
- Custom and Network options: Install a newer version of QuickBooks at a different location without saving the previous preferences.
• Hit Next and then Install.
• Once the process is complete, click Open QuickBooks.
Summary
If you activate or open your QuickBooks desktop, running accounting and other financial processes in QuickBooks will be challenging, and this will hamper the overall business management. Above, we have covered the appropriate fixes that you should perform to troubleshoot QuickBooks error 3371 when activating. For further assistance, you are recommended to contact QuickBooks professionals. Dial +1-877-752-9120 and speak to a consultant now!
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