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The error "QuickBooks SDK has failed to register the SmartVault user interface extension" occurs when SmartVault cannot write the necessary files to the QuickBooks program directory due to insufficient permissions. This issue prevents proper communication between SmartVault and QuickBooks, resulting in functionality problems such as a grayed-out SmartVault toolbar or missing SmartVault options in the QuickBooks menu. The most common cause is restricted write access in the folder required for registration.
Symptoms
You may encounter some or all of the following symptoms:
- SmartVault Toolbar is inactive (grayed out) when a QuickBooks entry is selected.
- SmartVault Toolbar only appears on QuickBooks Home, Reports, and Snapshot pages.
- SmartVault is missing from the Company menu in QuickBooks.
- The SmartVault Toolbar does not display after installing the SmartVault Desktop software and adding a QuickBooks company file.
- Clicking Sign in on the SmartVault Toolbar doesn't perform any action.
Common Causes
This error often occurs after:
- Upgrading QuickBooks to a newer version installed in a different directory.
- Updating the QuickBooks SDK as part of a QuickBooks update.
Fixing the Error
Follow these steps to fix the error and restore functionality:
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Close QuickBooks:
- Ensure QuickBooks is fully closed.
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Verify Processes in Task Manager:
- Open Windows Task Manager (Ctrl+Alt+Del)
- Under the Processes tab, ensure QBW32.exe is not running. If it is, select it and click End Process.
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Run the Fix QuickBooks Registration tool in SmartVault:
- In the system tray (bottom-right corner of your screen near the clock), right-click the SmartVault keyhole icon.
- Select Actions > Fix QuickBooks Registration.
- If Windows prompts, click Yes or OK to allow the application to make changes.
- A verification message, "Your computer is ready for use," should appear.
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Restart SmartVault and QuickBooks:
- Click Start > Programs > SmartVault > SmartVault Launchpad, then sign in to SmartVault.
- Reopen QuickBooks and respond to any security prompts allowing SmartVault to run.
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Verify Toolbar Functionality:
- Ensure the SmartVault Toolbar now appears and functions correctly in QuickBooks.