Did you receive error PS101? It means that the payroll update was not completed successfully. We recommend that you successfully download the latest upgrades that appear in QuickBooks Payroll within the stipulated time. Payroll helps businesses manage all their employee databases, salaries, and other financial incentives, whether through Intuit or a third-party payroll integrated with QuickBooks. Data loss, data corruption, and payroll delays can cause anxiety for employees. So that you can fix such errors, in this section we will share the complete steps to get rid of QuickBooks error PS101. Therefore, always exercise caution in this area or contact our technical support team at +1-844-499-6700. His certified QuickBooks experts can help you troubleshoot any kind of errors related to QuickBooks issues.

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What are the Causes of QuickBooks Error Code PS101?

Following are the factors that can cause QB error PS101.

  • Blocked by system firewall or antivirus program Improper Internet Explorer settings.
  • Many QuickBooks versions are stored on your device.
  • If your application encounters connectivity issues, it can affect the smooth running of the program.
  • Partial installation of QuickBooks updates.

Steps to Resolve QuickBooks Error PS101

Below is the list of the steps that are effective against error PS101

Step 1: Reinstall QuickBooks in selective startup mode

  • First, press and hold Windows + R to open the Run prompt.
  • Once completed, type MSCONFIG in the search box and click the next tab.
  • The next step is to go to the General section and select the following tabs.
  • Select Startup
  • Load System Services
  • Now you need to click on the Services tab and select All Microsoft.
  • Click Hide Service.
  • Then click on the Disable All option.
  • Deactivate lock screen.
  • Also, click the OK tab and select Restart.
  • The user must then reinstall her QuickBooks Desktop.
  • Finally, return to normal startup mode.

Step 2: Configure Windows Firewall Excluding QB

  • For now, just click on the Start tab.
  • Once done, type Windows Firewall in the search bar and select the Windows Firewall tab.
  • Next, go to the Advanced Settings section.
  • Next, you need to view the receipt rules and right-click on them.
  • Then select Create new rule.
  • You must press the Ports tab and click Next.
  • Verify that the TCP option is marked as.
  • Go to the specific local port field and enter the relevant port depending on your QuickBooks version:
    • QuickBooks Desktop 2020: 8019, XXXXX.
    • QuickBooks Desktop 2019: 8019, XXXXX.
    • QuickBooks Desktop 2018: 8019, 56728, 55378-55382.
    • QuickBooks Desktop 2017: 8019, 56727, 55373-55377.
  • The next step is to click on the next tab.
  • Next, click the Allow connections tab and click Next.
  • Make sure all profiles are checked in the next section.
  • If yes, click the next tab.
  • If not, select it and click the next tab.
  • You must create a rule and assign it a name like QBPorts (year).
  • Then click the Finish tab.
  • The final step is to reopen QuickBooks Desktop and switch to QuickBooks multi-user mode to check if the issue is resolved.

Conclusion:

Resolving the payroll errors needs immediate action. These errors are problematic if not resolved immediately. QuickBooks Error PS101 is one of the payroll errors that need focus. However, resolving this error is not too hard if the above-mentioned steps are applied perfectly. In case of assistance, you can contact our QuickBooks support team at our helpline number +1-844-499-6700.