The user might face several errors while running reports and processing payrolls in Sage 50. The Sage Error Server busy message is one of those errors, also known as windows error prompt. This error message occurs in Windows if there are any resource conflicts between two applications. The server is busy interrupting the processes, you need to select a switch to start the busy program and fix the issue. The below write-up contains the guide to resolve Sage error server busy in Sage 50
Why Does the Sage Error Server Busy Happen?
This error triggers mainly because of connectivity or network issues. It also occurs both in server and host systems. Here are some significant causes behind Sage server busy error:
- Printer issues
- A previous report window is already opened when you attempting for printing a fresh report
When Does the Sage Error Server Busy Take Place in Sage 50?
- When processing payrolls, executing reports, and viewing the year-end guide.
- The previous report is using output radio buttons and meanwhile, you have chosen an email
- Outdated windows
- Un-configured Antivirus
How to Resolve Sage Error Server Busy?
Walkthrough the below resolutions to rectify the server busy error in Sage 50:
Method 1- Windows update:
Sometimes errors are due to outdated windows. Hence you need to install the Windows updates, restart the system, and log on as an administrator mode. So make sure you verified and installed the updates. Follow the below steps:
- Firstly close all the programs including Sage 50 Payroll
- Press Windows button +R altogether
- It will display a run window
- Enter wrap then hit the OK button
- Choose option named check online for updates from Microsoft Update
- Now you need to follow the onscreen instructions to download the available updates
- Once installation completes then restart the system and logon as a Windows Administrator mode
Method 2- Antivirus system configuration excluding Sage payroll files:
Check out the configuration of the Antivirus system excluding Sage files. Make sure you exclude Sage files from the Antivirus checks.
Method 3- Run Sage Payroll with administrator credentials:
- If you are running Windows 10 then follow the below steps:
- Open the Windows Desktop
- Give a right-click on the desired tax year button of Sage Payroll
- Hit Properties option
- Choose Compatibility button
- Click on the check box labeled Run this program as administrator
- Select Apply button and then hit OK
- If you failed to log on to the system as an admin mode then there appears the window named user Account control asking you to write user name and password.
- Write the details and then click on Ok
For Windows 8:
following are the instructions:
- Open the Windows Desktop
- Give a right-click on the suitable tax year button of Sage Payroll
- Go to the left corner and hit on Properties
- Select Compatibility option
- Give a click on the check button labeled Run this program as administrator
- Hit Apply button and then click OK
- In case you are unable to login into the system as an administrator mode then there will appear a prompt named User Account Control Window
- Fill administrator user name and password
- Hit OK
Method 4: Check the latest update of Sage Payroll:
- Open the trustworthy website to download the latest version of Sage 50
- Check the recommended system requirements
- Once you are logged on to the system as administrator mode
- Start downloading and installing the same.
- Check for the Sage updates within the program:
- Here are the steps:
- Locate Services
- Click on Check for Updates
- Hit Check now
- Choose the Download button to start downloading the updates
- Close the Sage 50 to proceed with the installation
- Now follow the instructions on the screen to install the update
Hopefully, the above resolutions would help you tackle the error: Server busy and solving the challenges you face while using payroll. In case you face any difficulty on the same you can feel free to contact the professionals.
FAQ’s
How to run Sage Payroll as an administrator?
- Open the Windows
- Give a right-click on the tab named tax year and hit Properties
- Hit the shortcut button and then choose Advanced
- Choose the Run as Administrator button
- Select Ok and then click on the Yes button
What options do I get with Sage error: server busy?
- Retry
- Cancel
- Switch to
How do I describe the server busy error in Sage 50?
This action cannot be completed because the other program is busy
