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Sync license data online error

by Intuit• Updated 4 months ago

Learn how to fix sync license data errors.

Damaged licensing data or a firewall that's not properly configured may cause the Sync license data online error when opening QuickBooks Desktop.

Solution 1: Rename the EntitlementDataStore.ecml file

Note: The Entitlement Client folder is hidden. You may need to Display hidden files and folders or search for files using Windows before performing these steps.

  1. On your keyboard, press Windows+R to open the Run command.
  2. Copy and paste the path C:\ProgramData\Intuit\Entitlement Client\v8, then press Enter.
  3. Right-click on the EntitlementDataStore.ecml file, then select Rename.
  4. Rename the file to EntitlementDataStore.ecml.OLD.

Solution 2: Configure Firewall settings

 If the issue persists, configure firewall applications for QuickBooks Desktop.

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