Troubleshooting QuickBooks Payroll Error PS077: A Comprehensive Guide

Eden Merlin
2 min readJun 28, 2024

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QuickBooks Payroll Error PS077 is a common issue that users encounter when trying to download payroll updates. This error typically occurs due to problems with the billing information or damaged QuickBooks company files. Here’s how to troubleshoot and resolve this issue effectively:

  1. Verify Billing Information:
  • Go to “Employees” > “My Payroll Service” > “Account/Billing Information.”
  • Ensure that your billing information is accurate and up-to-date.
  • Correct any discrepancies and save changes.

2. Update QuickBooks Desktop:

  • Open QuickBooks and go to “Help” > “Update QuickBooks Desktop.”
  • Click on “Update Now” and select “Get Updates.”
  • Restart QuickBooks after the updates are installed.

3. Revalidate Payroll Subscription:

  • Navigate to “Employees” > “My Payroll Service” > “Account/Billing Information.”
  • Sign in to your Intuit account to revalidate your payroll subscription.

4. Run QuickBooks as Administrator:

  • Right-click on the QuickBooks icon and select “Run as Administrator.”
  • This can help bypass permission issues that might be causing the error.

5. Repair QuickBooks Installation:

  • Go to “Control Panel” > “Programs and Features.”
  • Select QuickBooks and click on “Uninstall/Change,” then choose “Repair.”

6. Check QuickBooks File Permissions:

  • Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify QuickBooks files.

Contact Support:

  • If the error persists, contact QuickBooks support at 1(855) 856–0053 for further assistance.

By following these steps, you can effectively troubleshoot and resolve QuickBooks Payroll Error PS077, ensuring smooth payroll operations.

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Eden Merlin

Hi this is Eden Merlin and I have been working with AWS for 5+ years now and run multiple production workloads across many AWS services.