How to Fix Sending Usage Data Error in QuickBooks?

One common error that most QuickBooks users are aware of is the sending usage data error in QuickBooks Payroll. To complete the payroll tax filings, QB payroll users need to send the data to the payroll service, and this is where they face an error message “QuickBooks has encountered a problem sending your usage data.” And once a user encounters this error, it interrupts the QuickBooks payroll connection with the online service. We understand how important it could be to file your taxes on time, and thus we have prepared a step-by-step troubleshooting method to get you rid of QuickBooks sending usage data error in the shortest time possible.

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What are the Causes of QuickBooks Sending Usage Data Error

The primary reason that triggers sending usage data error in QuickBooks is the incorrect date and time on the computer that you are using to send the payroll data. Some other less common reasons are listed below

QuickBooks Error while Trying to Send Usage Data

1. You are an accountant, and there is already a copy of the accountant’s file in QuickBooks.
2. Invalid security certificates in use by the browser.
3. Network time out and server errors prevent QuickBooks from connecting with the internet and online payroll service.
4. You are using QuickBooks in Multi-user mode.

Important Points to Consider before resolving Sending Usage Data Error

Before following the troubleshooting steps, it is important to consider a few important suggestions that might help you resolve the error even before applying the troubleshooting steps. First, verify every point mentioned below before following the troubleshooting steps.

1. If you use Internet Explorer to access QuickBooks Online Payroll, try deleting Temporary Internet Files and Website Files before sending payroll data.
2. If you are also experiencing internet connectivity issues, try resetting the router by pressing the reset button at the back of your router for 10 seconds.
3. Update your internet connection settings in Internet Explorer. For detailed instructions, follow step 3 from our article on QuickBooks Payroll Update Error 12029.
4. Ensure to update the QuickBooks payroll and tax tables to the latest released version if you are using the QuickBooks Online desktop app.
5. After the update, make sure to restart your computer and if the issue is not resolved, follow the troubleshooting step mentioned below.

Solutions to Fix QuickBooks Error Sending Usage Data

Verify and Set Date and Time on your Computer

Steps to perform on Windows Vista and XP

1. You can see the date and time at the bottom right side of your computer desktop, and in case if you find any mistake in the date and time, double click it and correct the information.
2. If there is no option displayed to change the date and time, click the Start button and choose Settings.
3. Under the Settings, select Control Panel and then click Date and Time.
4. Under the Date and Time window, you need to select the Date and Time option.
5. Now set the correct date and time and select the Time Zone tab.
6. Set the correct time zone and move to the Daylight Saving option.
7. Now, checkmark the Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes checkbox and click OK.
8. Now go back to the desktop and check if the correct time and date are displayed.

Steps to Perform on Windows 7 and Windows 8

1. Press Windows + R and type Control Panel in the Run window.
2. Press Enter and select Date and Time.
3. If you are using Windows 8, select Clock, Language, and Region and click Set the Date and Time.
4. Now select Change date and time settings and click the Date and Time
5. Click the Change date and time option.
6. Now set the correct date and time and select the Change Time Zone tab.
7. Select the Time Zone drop-down menu and select the correct Time Zone.
8. Make sure to checkmark the Automatically adjust clock for the Daylight Saving Time checkbox.
9. Hit OK twice.

Remove Restrictions from the Accountants Copy of Company File

There might be a possibility that you have the accountant’s copy of the company file that has restrictions. This can be fixed by manually removing the restrictions from the accountant’s copy. However, you must be aware that manually removing the restrictions from the accountant’s company file will undo all the changes that your accountant has made. Try to send the payroll data once again and check if the error is resolved. If you continue to face the issue, follow the next solution.

Check for any Transactions Stuck as Online to Send

1. Go to the Edit tab in QuickBooks and click the Find option.
2. Move to the Advanced tab and use the Filter box to select the Detail Level filer and the Summary Only option.
3. Next, select the Online Status filter and the Online to Send option.
4. Finally, select the Posting Status filter and click the Either option.
5. Now using the Find option at the top, review the results and if you find any non-payroll transactions or paychecks, process the transactions and delete the paychecks.
6. Retry to send the data to Intuit and check if the error is resolved.

As you can see, troubleshooting the QuickBooks sending usage data error in payroll is not a complicated task, and you are only required to set the correct date and time for a resolution. Still, if you are facing the same error and need the help of an expert, then you can reach us at our Payroll Helpline Number +1- 855 738 2784.