The following alert message, “Could not initialize license properties. Error 3371: QuickBooks could not load the license data. This may be caused by missing or damaged file’ pops up when a user encounters the QuickBooks error 3371. The glitch majorly interrupts while activating or running the QuickBooks Desktop. In this detailed article, we will look into the matter and understand what causes such an error to arise and how to easily troubleshoot it. Make sure to read it till the end for a thorough understanding.
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What Triggers the Error Code 3371 in QuickBooks?
Incurring the issue again and again, but do not know why? In this section of the blog, we have briefly described the most common reasons that trigger the error. Have a look at them-
- One of the major reasons could be that the program files of your QuickBooks Desktop have been severely damaged.
- If the installation files in the QB installation directory are missing, then also there is a possibility of receiving such an error.
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How to Get Rid of the QuickBooks Desktop Error Message 3371 Successfully?
Are you tired of looking for solutions to remove the error 3371 in QB? Go through the debugging processes given below-
SOLUTION 1: Uninstall and Then Reinstall Your QuickBooks Desktop
- At first, remove the installed QuickBooks from your desktop. To do this, go to the ‘Start’
- section of your Windows and click ‘Control Panel’.
- Tap on the ‘Programs and Features’ or ‘Uninstall a Program’ option.
- After the list gets displayed on your screen, choose your QuickBooks Desktop and hit ‘Uninstall/Change’.
- Next, click ‘Remove’ and ‘Next’.
- Now, download your version of QuickBooks Desktop again.
- Follow every instruction prompted on the screen to proceed with the installation process.
- After that, provide the license number and other product details.
- Hit ‘Next’ and select the suitable ‘Install Type’- ‘Custom and Network’ or ‘Express’.
- Click on the ‘Install’ option and once the installation completes, start the QuickBooks Desktop to activate it.
SOLUTION 2: Make Use of 3371 Error Fix After Downloading and Installing the QuickBooks Tool Hub
- Start the procedure by downloading the latest version of QuickBooks Tool Hub.
- Save the downloaded file to an appropriate location.
- Now, open and run the ‘QuickBooksToolHub.exe’ file.
- Move forward by following the on-screen instructions and accepting the terms and conditions.
- After you completely install the application, launch it and click on the ‘Installation Issues’ tab.
- Hit ‘3371 Error Fix’ and then ‘OK’.
- In the end, launch your QuickBooks Desktop.
As the article on QuickBooks error 3371 ends here, we hope the info provided here has helped you in rectifying the problem. However, in case the issue still persists, do not hesitate to have a consultation with one of the experienced professionals at our Toll-Free 1.800.579.0391.