QuickBooks users may get this error message could not initialize license properties. when activating or opening their QuickBooks application. You may also see these error codes: QuickBooks Error 3371, Status Code -11118, or Status Code -1. This issue shows that QuickBooks can’t load license data. It is primarily caused by damaged files. If the important files, mainly the EntitlementDataStore.ecml file, are missing or damaged, this error appears because this file holds important license information. Another factor that contributes to this error is outdated Windows.

Why The Program Can’t Initialize License Properties

The below-mentioned reasons can trigger license property errors and prevent you from activating or opening QuickBooks.

• If your operating system is not up to date, it may lack the necessary components and prevent QuickBooks from loading its license data properly.
• Corrupted or damaged EntitlementDataStore.ecml file. When QuickBooks tries to access this damaged file during startup, it fails to initialize the license properties, triggering the error message.

Steps To Take When The Program Can’t Initialize License Properties

Follow these troubleshooting steps, fix the could not initialize license properties error message, and activate QuickBooks Desktop easily. 

Solution 1: Use QuickBooks Tool Hub Run 3371 Error Fix.

Step 1: Download QB Tool Hub

• Ensure QuickBooks is closed.
• Visit the official QuickBooks website.
• Download the QuickBooks Tool Hub.
• Save the file (QuickBooksToolHub.exe).
• Double-click the downloaded file.
• Start the installation.
• Follow the on-screen instructions.
• Complete the installation.
• Agree to the terms and conditions.
• After that, double-click the QuickBooks Tool Hub icon. Open it.

Step 2: Run the 3371 Error Fix

• Open the QuickBooks Tool Hub.
• Select the "Installation Issues" tab.
• Find the "3371 Error Fix" option. Select it.
• Click "OK" to proceed.
• Once complete, close the Tool Hub.
• Restart QuickBooks.
• Try opening your data file.

Solution 2: Delete the Entitlement File

Follow these steps:

• Press Windows + R on your keyboard.
• Open the Run dialog box. 
• Enter the following path: C:\ProgramData\Intuit\EntitlementClient\v8.
• This will open the specified location.
• Locate the Entitlement DataStore.ecml file.
• Delete it from your system.
• After that, install QuickBooks software.
• Register your product again.
• Check for the error. 

Solution 3: Reinstall QuickBooks

Step 1: Uninstall QuickBooks

• Open the Windows Start menu.
• Search for “Control Panel.” 
• Then, open it.
• Choose Programs and Features. Or Uninstall a Program.
• Select your QuickBooks Desktop version.
• Click on Uninstall/Change.
• Select Remove.
• Click Next.

Step 2: Reinstall QuickBooks Desktop

• Complete the uninstallation process.
• Now, install QuickBooks Desktop again. 
• New folders will be created automatically.
• It also renames old folders.

Conclusion 

You can effectively tackle the Could not initialize license properties error message by following the steps given in this guide. Get 24/7 support for all your queries, call us any time, and we will assist you.