What is the MOST likely cause of a job failing with an "Access Denied" error message in a payroll system?

In a payroll system, an "Access Denied" error message typically indicates that the system encountered a permissions issue when attempting to access a resource. When the file permissions on Print.cmd were changed, it likely restricted the application's ability to execute that file or access the necessary components required for processing. This could lead to the job terminating with an "Access Denied" message, as the application no longer has the rights to perform the necessary actions on Print.cmd.

The other options do not directly relate to file permissions. For instance, if the payroll application server is offline, the error would likely be related to connectivity rather than access permissions. Similarly, if the checks share does not exist, it would likely result in a different error indicating resource unavailability. Lastly, if the content of the Print.cmd file was modified, while it may cause the job to fail, it would more likely lead to an execution or syntax error rather than an access issue. Thus, changes to the file permissions are the most plausible reason for encountering an "Access Denied" error in this context.