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Validation code is incorrect, or this account is briefly nonexistent. This error is often when the QuickBooks desktop activation is not done. The factor at the bottom of the error can be incorrect QuickBooks validation code or product number. With this post, we have tried to bring about the quick fixes to QuickBooks validation code error. These kinds of error can be very much annoying for the QB users. However, carrying out the steps mentioned above can help in fixing the QuickBooks validation error.

Moreover, if you are looking for an expert assistance, then you can call us at our toll-free number i.e. 1-800-761-1787. Our 24/7 QuickBooks error support experts and certified QuickBooks professionals will be happy to help you.

Steps to fix the validation code is incorrect" or "This service is temporarily unavailable"

Checkout the following solution methods to resolve the validation code are incorrect in QuickBooks desktop:

Solution 1: Resetting .ecml file can fix the validation code

The user should recreate the entitlementdatastore.ecml file to amend license and registration problems. The user should first enter the license number and product code to complete the installation process and also validate QuickBooks. The steps involved in resetting .ecml file and fix the validation code are as follows:

• First of all, shut down QuickBooks desktop


• Make sure that the QuickBooks processes are closed


• After that, press Ctrl + shift + esc keys to open the task manager


• The next step is to click on the processes tab


• Sot the processes alphabetically


• And then open the entitlement data folder for the operating system


• And then, press Windows + R keys to open run


• Followed by enter the folder location C:\Program Data\Intuit\ Entertainment client\version 8 or 6


• Also, right click the entitlementdatastore.ecml and then click on delete


• And then hit Yes button.


• The last step is to open the company file and carry out on-screen instructions

Solution 2: Run the QuickBooks install diagnostic tool

• Firstly, you need to download the QuickBooks Tool Hub file on your computer


• After that open the downloaded file QuickBooksToolHub.exe and click twice to install it on your computer.


• Follow the steps to install and allow to the terms and conditions.


• Once the installation gets done, hit double-click on the newly created icon on your system’s desktop to open the tool hub.


• Wait for a while to open the tool hub,


• Choose the Installation Issues tab.


• After that choose QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool to fix this error.


• Once the tool successfully installed on your system just reboot your computer.

Conclusion

There can be other methods as well that can help the user in fixing the QuickBooks Validation Code is incorrect error. However, calling our 24/7 QuickBooks support team can also be an alternative for the same. Also you can call our support team via our toll-free number i.e. 1-800-761-1787. We are a team of experts and certified QuickBooks professionals, who work round the clock to provide assistance for all sorts of QuickBooks errors.

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