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• Outdated QuickBooks version.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.

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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.

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