Quote Originally Posted by jazznuts699 View Post
i resorted to turning off strict mode which fixed the problem
No, that wouldn't "fix" the problem. You're only masking the real problem by telling it to store the wrong data or just ignore the part it doesn't like.

Your *real* problem is that you've broken the code. The paypal files work together. If you've got one file out of sync with the others, you're going to have problems.

It also sounds like you're using an outdated version of Zen Cart. But, since you've not posted the requested information, I can only speculate. Click "Reply" and answer the questions in the "Posting Tips" area directly above where you would type your message. We can only help you based on the information you provide.