Quick Ways To Tackle QuickBooks Error 30159
Sometimes, when you try to reactivate your payroll subscription or add to an existing
payroll subscription, you may get QuickBooks error 30159 and can’t add to it. The error
message that appears is:
30159 - Unable to load account for PSID null: Entitlement is Enabled, but Entitlement
Unit is deactivated."
If you can’t verify your subscription, then it seems that your QuickBooks
subscription has lapsed. Error 30159 can also appear when you have
multiple active payroll agreements with an inactive direct deposit
agreement or the paysub.ini file is damaged. Read this guide till the end to
learn the important steps that you can take to tackle this payroll error.
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Reasons For QuickBooks Error Code 30159
You must first identify what is causing the error before performing any
troubleshooting. We have made it easier for you. Here is the list of
reasons for error 30159:
Invalid payroll subscription.
Outdated QuickBooks version.
Not logging in as a system admin.
Troubleshooting Steps For QuickBooks Error Code 30159
We have provided important solutions in this guide. Make sure you follow the
steps correctly; otherwise, the error will appear again.
Solution 1: Check If Your Payroll Subscription is Active
Close all open company files.
Restart your computer.
Open QuickBooks.
Now, go to Employees.
Select My Payroll Service.
Then, choose Manage Service Key.
Your Service Name and Status should be correct and marked as Active.
Click Edit to check the service key number.
If it is wrong, input the correct key.
Click Next.
Uncheck the Open Payroll Setup box.
Click Finish.
Solution 2: Update QuickBooks
Verify Your QuickBooks Version
Launch QuickBooks Desktop.
Press F2 (or Ctrl+1).
Open the Product Information window.
Check your QuickBooks version.
It should be the latest one.
If it’s not, follow the below steps.
Update QuickBooks Manually
Select Update available.
Click Install Now and start it.
Allow some time for it.
Once completed, open QuickBooks.
Solution 3: Log In as a System Admin
Make sure to log in as a system admin by following these steps:
Click on the Start tab.
Navigate to All Programs, then select the Restore option.
A new window will open; choose the Restore My Computer tab and click Next.
Next, select the most recent system restore point and click the Next tab.
Click on the Confirmation window.
Reboot the system.
Access the QuickBooks File Repair Tool.
Click on the Scan tab.
Select the Fix Error option.
Complete the process.
Reboot the system.
Conclusion
After understanding what caused QuickBooks error 30159 and following the suitable
fixes given in this guide, you can fix this error and manage your payroll smoothly.