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This actually happens to me (an employee) quite often. I usually just clear cache (instructions here: http://support.qbo.intuit.com/support/answers.cfm?faq_id=1038) or move to another browser.
Resolution for Issue 'Cannot access payroll feature' available: Yes (Solved).
Source: Intuit Community forum.
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