How to Resolve QuickBooks Error 3371 Status Code 11118?

Today the world is surviving with technologies. Everything is required with ease in a simplified manner for all the organization's accounting functions, where accounting software such as QuickBooks is used. QuickBooks comes with great benefits, making it easier for many people to run their businesses. QuickBooks comes with different versions, and it functions offline and online as well. But this software contains one issue for the users. It consists of errors during installation time.

 

Some of the errors cause loss to company files because it cannot open the company's file, which at that time is annoying and frustrating. One of the errors faced by users is QuickBooks error code 3371, and in this article, we will discuss the reason for such errors and the steps to solve this.

 

What is QuickBooks Error Code 3371?

When the user re-configures the desktop computer or activates the QuickBooks for the first time, QuickBooks error message 3371 appears on the screen. Another reason for this error is missing or damaged company files.

 

When this error displays on the screen, there is written 'Could not initialize license properties.


 

What are the Reasons for QuickBooks Error 3371?

There are reasons for the occurrence of this error, and the causes can be one or more of the following:

  • The file required by the QuickBooks desktop to run is either damaged or missing.
  • The file Qbregistration.dat: contains license information, and this file needed to be a checked on time because if this file is not working correctly or if it's damaged, then QuickBooks will stop working and will not open
  • MSXML is an essential component provided by Microsoft. It is required by the QB desktop to run on your system. And this component helps QuickBooks in retrieving the information in the QBregistration.dat, and its maintenance is essential because it can raise difficulties in accessing accounting software.
  • Firstly remember to save the company file and then open that file because saving is significant before importing the.QBO file.

 

The important point which you need to be considered first:

  • Installed the latest Windows update in your system because it can fail or damage the QuickBooks installation process.

 

Solutions to solve the QuickBooks Error Code 3371

Below we are writing down the methods you can try to fix the QuickBooks error 3371. Follow one after another step and continue solving the error.

Method 1 - Update Windows

If your Windows is not updated, then the QBDT installation fails or is damaged. So, you have to install all the latest Windows updates by going through these steps:

  • Select the Windows icon on QBDT, select 'All Programs,' and click 'Windows Update.'
  • Re-install QuickBooks after installing updates.

 

Method 2 - From the Tool Hub, Run 3371 Error Fix

  • Now install the recent version of QuickBooks Tool Hub.
  • Now go for opening the 'QuickBooksToolHub.exe' file and follow the prompts on the screen to complete the Tool Hub installation.
  • After the installation, open the Tool Hub by double-taping on its icon on the Windows desktop.
  • If the QuickBooks Tool Hub window opens, choose the Installation Issues tab.
  • On the 'Installation Issues' screen, click ‘3371 Error Fix' and tap on 'OK.'


  • Now start QBDT and try opening your data file.

 

Method 3 - Remove and then Recreate Damaged Entitlement File Dynamically

Several users said that they became able to fix QuickBooks error 3371 through the process of recreating the entitlement file. But for playing the file, you must remove it manually first.

  • Click on the 'Windows' and 'R' keys to launch the Run window.
  • On the 'Run' window, type 'C:\ProgramData\Intuit\Entitlement Client\v8', and then hit on the 'Enter' button. It will open a folder with 'EntitlementDataStore.ecml' file.


  • Now right-click on the ECML file, and then tap on 'Delete.'


  • Tap on 'Yes' to confirm that the selected file is removed or not.
  • Now open up your QuickBooks program and then open the Company file.
  • At last, follow the on-screen prompts for registration of the QB program again.

 

Method 4 - Execute Clean installation of QuickBooks Desktop



Perform a clean installation of QuickBooks desktop to resolve the issue. If this way doesn't fix the error, likely your Windows operating system has become damaged. In that case, contact an IT professional or Microsoft to get the OS fixed.

 

Conclusion

I hope the steps mentioned above are clear to you and you have successfully resolved the QuickBooks error 3371. But still, if you are unable to understand any stage from the written above or want to get assistance in resolving such a technical issue in the QuickBooks. You can reach out to our QuickBooks desktop error support for assistance.

 

Our team of experts will provide you with instant support for all QuickBooks-related issues. You can dial our toll-free number i.e., 1-800-615-2347 any time, and our crew is ready for your help.


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