A Course of Action to Eliminate QuickBooks Error PS036

While operating the QuickBooks application, there is a high chance that you may run into issues. And the problem that we are going to discuss in this particular blog that comes along while updating the payroll is QuickBooks error PS036. It is one of the issues from the PSXXX series. There are a variety of factors that can contribute to the occurrence of this issue, and the main trigger points that we have outlined in the upcoming section are a wrong company file PSID, an inactive or expired payroll subscription, or a damaged company file. For other contributors and the solutions, take a long jump into the page and explore the information given. 

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Main Contributors to the QB Payroll Error PS036

Let me walk you through the reason that can cause QB error PS036.

1. It can occur due to a wrong company file PSID.
2. This may happen due to an incorrect service key.
3. If the payroll subscription is inactive or expired, you may fall into such issues.
4. An incorrect Employer Identification Number (EIN) in the company file can also cause this problem. This can further cause QuickBooks error PS060.
5. It can occur if the company file is damaged or corrupted.

Steps To Execute If Troubled by QuickBooks Error PS036

After you have understood the root causes behind error code PS036, it's time to take a step ahead towards its resolution. Let's see what methods experts suggest:

Method 1: Modify Paysub.INI file name

1. Head to the File Explorer.
2. Click on the My Computer option.
3. Choose Organize, choose Folder, and Search.
4. After this, you need to head over to the Advanced Settings.
5. Tap on the View tab.
6. Choose Show hidden files, folders, and drives.
7. Next, you are required to click on Apply.
8. Choose OK and head over to the Start menu.
9. Click on the Computer option.
10. Type Paysub.INI in the Search Computer box.
11. Hit Enter and then right-click on the file.
12. Choose Rename.
13. Also, don't forget to add.ABC and hit Enter.

Method 2: Reinstall QB in the Selective Startup

1. The very first step is to launch the Run window.
2. In the search bar, type msconfig and hit Enter.
3. Click on the General tab.
4. Tap on Selective Startup and Load System Services.
5. Head over to the Services tab.
6. Click on the Hide all Microsoft Services.
7. Tap on the Disable all option.
8. Click on the Hide all Microsoft Services checkbox.
9. Click on Windows Installer.
10. Choose OK and then tap on Restart.
11. Head to the System Configuration window.
12. When the computer is opened, click on the Control Panel.
13. Tap on Programs and Features or Uninstall a Program.
14. Choose the QB version you are willing to remove.
15. Click on Uninstall/Change.
16. Choose Remove and then tap on Next.
17. After the QB application is uninstalled, reinstall it.
18. Head over to the System Configuration window.
19. Click on the General tab.
20. Choose the Normal Startup option.
21. Click OK and then choose Restart.

Summary

We hope that the blog is sufficient to guide you in troubleshooting QuickBooks error PS036. And to demonstrate it, you are given a list of key factors that might be leading to this issue. Moreover, you are provided with some troubleshooting methods to overcome the problem. For further information, give a call to 1.855.738.2784 and talk to a QB expert.

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