Error: Could not load file or assembly, Version=2.0.0.0

Symptom

Error: Could not load file or assembly, Version=2.0.0.0.

Cause

This error indicates that the System.EnterpriseServices file, which is used by Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0, is not registered in the \Windows\assembly folder.

The Microsoft .NET Framework is the application layer SmartVault is written on. SmartVault requires the Microsoft .NET Framework in order to function properly.

Resolution

To resolve this issue, complete the following tasks:

  • Download and install or re-install Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0.
  • Ensure you have the latest service pack and critical updates installed for the version of Microsoft Windows running on your computer.
  • Unintegrate and then reintegrate your QuickBooks company file with SmartVault.

To download and install or re-install Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0:

  1. Go to http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=0856EACB-4362-4B0D-8EDD-AAB15C5E04F5&displaylang=en.
  2. Read the download instructions on the page.
  3. Download and install Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0.
  4. Restart your computer.

To ensure you have the latest service pack and critical updates installed for the version of Microsoft Windows running on your computer:

  1. Go to Windows Update.
  2. Install the latest service pack and critical updates for the version of Windows that you are running.

To reintegrate the QuickBooks company file with SmartVault:

  1. Open QuickBooks and log in as Admin.
  2. On the Edit menu, click Preferences.
  3. In the left pane, click Integrated Applications.
  4. On the Company Preferences tab, click SmartVault, and then click Remove.

    5. Note: If your SmartVault Desktop software has been upgraded from a version prior to SmartVault 3.0, you may need to remove both instances of SmartVault in the Integrated Applications dialog box.

  5. Click OK, and then click OK again.
  6. Close QuickBooks.
  7. Re-integrate SmartVault with QuickBooks.

The SmartVault Toolbar should now display in QuickBooks.

Knowledge Base ID

KB188

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