QuckBooks Desktop Pro 2017 - Error "Subscription has lapsed" when I dont have a subscription!!!???

Let's get rid of this error so you can get back to working order, @GManea2021.

The 2017 version of QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) is no longer supported that's why you're receiving unusual errors like, Subscription has lapsed. To continue using the software, you can access your company file without an internet connection. Please know that accessing the internet while using the software can also cause an error prompt. Here's how:

1. In your QuickBooks Desktop, go to the Help menu and select Internet Connection Setup.
2. Choose I do not have a way to connect to the Internet.
3. Click Next and select Done.
4. Close and reopen QuickBooks Desktop.

If you still get the same result, you can check out this article for more troubleshooting steps: Fix subscription has lapsed error in QuickBooks Desktop.

As always, feel free to visit our QuickBooks Community help website if you need tips and related articles in the future.

I'm still open to your replies if you have other concerns (account issues or product-related questions), don't hesitate to include them. Have a great day ahead!

Your suggestions did not help and I cant believe that I am the only one with this problem! I need a solution and don't give me the runaround!

were you able to get this issue resolved?? If so, How? I am having the same issue. 

Hi there, @K_leach,

I wish you didn't have to go through this while using the program. Allow me to share some insights about the error message that you've received, some of the possible reasons that trigger the "QuickBooks Subscription has Lapsed" error are:
 

• The QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) subscription has expired.
• A misconfigured internet browser or a router issue.
• Outdated credit card information, which makes QuickBooks (QB) unable to renew subscriptions.
• Installation errors and outdated QB application.
   

To help get rid of the error, here are five solutions you can perform:
 

1. Update your Billing information.
2. Install QuickBooks updates.
3. Run the QB Diagnostic Tool from the Tool Hub.
4. Restore your product and license file.
5. Check your internet connection settings.
   
   

Refer to this article for detailed steps: Fix subscription has lapsed error in QuickBooks Desktop.

You can always refer to our Help articles page if you want to discover some best practices for managing your QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT).
 

If you need further assistance, feel free to leave a reply. I'm here to help anytime. Keep safe.