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January 16, 2025
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Error PS077

  • January 16, 2025
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I am trying to file quarterly forms in QB Desktop for Q4 2024 and am getting a popup that says I need to update payroll before filing forms. This popup occurs repeatedly (at least 20 times) and then quickbooks crashes. It refers at some point to error code PS077. Please help!

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January 16, 2025

I know how you feel when you're trying to file your quarterly forms and encounter a persistent issue like Error PS077 in QuickBooks Desktop. Let's work together to resolve this swiftly so you can get back to focusing on your business activities.

 

The PS077 error is part of the PSXXX series and typically appears when users are updating payroll and tax tables in QuickBooks. It can occur due to a few common reasons, such as:

 

  • Incorrect internet connection settings.
  • A firewall setting that blocks payroll updates in QuickBooks Desktop.
  • Damaged file in the CPS folder

 

To address this issue, let's start by checking your payroll service subscription and verifying the service name, status, and service key number. Here’s how:

 

  1. Close all your company files and restart your computer.
  2. Open QuickBooks and go to the Employees menu at the top.
  3. Choose My Payroll Service, then select Manage Service Key.
  4. Check the Service Name and Status. It should be correct and show as Active.
  5. Select Edit, and verify the service key number. If incorrect, enter the correct service key.
  6. Click Next.
  7. Uncheck the Open Payroll Setup box, then select Finish.

 

After completing these steps, the entire payroll update should download. If the error continues, I recommend moving on to Step 2: Register and update your QuickBooks Desktop as mentioned in the article: Fix PSXXX errors when downloading payroll updates.

 

Additionally, to assist you in preparing your year-end tax forms, consider checking out this article for a helpful guide: Year-end checklist for QuickBooks Desktop Payroll.

 

Handling tax forms is an important part of your business operations. If you experience any challenges with your tax payments and filings, remember that we’re just a message away to provide any assistance you need. We're here to support you every step of the way