4 Golden Steps to Fix QuickBooks Error PS038 !

QuickBooks is a power-packed accounting application with a vital feature of the QuickBooks Payroll that keeps track of employees’ payments. Given the advanced tools this program uses, there are some complementary glitches too. One such error is the QuickBooks Error PS038 that arises when you download and install the Payroll update. Error PS038 may also occur when the paychecks are stuck between the Online-to-Send criteria. Our blog aims to educate you on the possible reasons and the simple process to remove the error from your device.

If your system is malfunctioning, it will most likely not accept the troubleshooting steps given below. We suggest you get in touch with our technical experts at 1-855-856-0042 for a prompt resolution.

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What is the root cause of QuickBooks Error PS038?

• QuickBooks is not updated.
• Incomplete installation of QuickBooks Payroll Updates.
• The application incurred an issue while processing paychecks.

What is the simplified process of resolving QuickBooks Error PS038?

Step 1: Update QuickBooks

• Open QuickBooks.
• Click on Help.
• Select Update QuickBooks Desktop.
• Tap on Update Now.
• Press Get Updates.
• Let the program install all the latest updates.
• Reopen QuickBooks.

Step 2: Send Payroll Data

• Click on the Employees tab.
• Choose My Payroll Service.
• Select Send Usage Data.
• Try to update QuickBooks Payroll.

Step 3: Verify and Rebuild Company file

Verify Data

• Open QuickBooks.
• Click on File.
• Select Utilities.
• Tap on Verify Data.
• Hit OK.
• Hit OK again if there is no trouble detected.

Rebuild Data

• Click on File.
• Choose Utilities.
• Tap on Rebuild Data.
• In the following window, select View Results.
• Proceed if no issues are detected.
• Contact our experts at TFN if something comes up.

Note – Proceed to the next step only if your paychecks are stuck due to QuickBooks Error PS038

Step 4: Clear the Paychecks

• In QuickBooks, press the Edit button.
• Select Find.
• Click on Advanced.
• Choose the following options-
• Detail Level
• Summary Only
• Online Status
• Online to Send
• Tap on the Find button to view your paychecks.
• Verify data again following Step 3.
• Your stuck paychecks will be displayed on the screen.
• You can now process the paychecks as usual.

If all these steps are successful in resolving QuickBooks Error PS038 for you, you may now download and install the latest QuickBooks Payroll updates. In case these methods fail to deliver, we assume your device needs a deeper checkup. Contact our experts at 1-855-856-0042 right now to rectify the error.