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QuickBooks error 15243 will typically occur when Intuit FCS Service is disabled.. These are possibly caused by the following reasons:
- A corrupt download/ incomplete QuickBooks installation.
- Corruption in the Windows registry because of the recent QuickBooks software change, probably an installation or Uninstalling it.
- Intuit FCS Service is not running.
- Anti-Virus is blocking access to download the latest file.
There are various solutions to resolve this issue. Before doing so, make sure to create a backup copy of your company file to prevent data loss.
After that, let's start with enabling the QuickBooks Desktop File Copy Service(FCS).
To do that:
- Tap on Windows+R keys together from keyboard to open Run window.
- Type COMPMGMT.MSC into the Run command and hit on OK.
- Now Computer Management Window will open then press on Services and Applications.
- Then tick on Services.
- Now scroll the cursor down, until you found Intuit QuickBooks FCS and make a double click on it.
- Click on Startup type and choose Manual.
- Then click Apply.
- Press on OK.
Once done, re-validate the payroll's service key to refresh the connection.
Here's how:
- Go to Employees at the top menu bar.
- Choose My Payroll Service.
- Then select Activate Service Key.
- Under the Service Keys window highlight the current payroll and select Edit.
- Click on Next until finish comes up.
Please see screenshots below for visual reference:
If the issue persists after trying these steps, I recommend repairing your QuickBooks and run the latest tax table updates afterward. Here are the links that you can visit on how to perform the process:
You've got me here to help if you have any other questions. Just notify me by dropping a reply below. Have a Merry Christmas, Quasimetallica!
