It's very common for QuickBooks users to receive an error in the software. Sometimes, you may get errors when installing QuickBooks Desktop, such as QuickBooks error 1603 and error 1712. These errors can appear due to damaged or corrupted installation of QuickBooks. Sometimes, these errors while opening QuickBooks occur right after the installation. The reasons for this error could be missing Windows components, permission issues, failed registration of dll files, and outdated Windows. In this blog, we will discuss the effective steps to tackle QuickBooks installation errors. Let's get started.

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Possible Reasons For QuickBooks Installation Errors

Possible reasons that can disrupt the installation process and trigger errors can be the following:

• Missing or damaged Microsoft components can trigger installation errors.
• Corrupted, damaged, or incomplete installation files may cause errors.
• Incompatible Windows software versions can disrupt installation.
• Insufficient user permissions may prevent proper installation.

Solutions To Fix Errors Appeared During Installation

Follow the below troubleshooting steps to resolve errors when installing QuickBooks.

Solution 1: Use QuickBooks Tools Hub

Running the QB Install Diagnostic Tool helps resolve installation issues with QuickBooks. Simply download the tool and run it to fix the problems. 

Step 1: Download Tools Hub

• Close QuickBooks.
• Download QB Tool Hub. 
• Save the file.
• Open the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.
• Follow the on-screen steps.
• Install the tool.
• Agree to the terms and conditions.
• Complete the process.
• When finished, double-click on its icon.
• Open the Tool Hub. 

Step 2: Access QB Install Diagnostic

• Open the QB Tool Hub.
• Select Installation Issues.
• Select QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool.
• The tool will start running.
• Wait for it. It will take 20 minutes.
• When done, restart your computer.
• Open QuickBooks Desktop.
• Access your data file.

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Solution 2: Update Windows

• Press the Windows logo key. 
• Open the Windows Start menu. 
• Type “Settings” in the search field.
• Choose Settings from the search results. 
• Click on Windows Update.
• Now, click the Check for updates.
• Download and Install the updates. 
• Once done, restart your computer.

Solution 3: Install QuickBooks Desktop After Switching To Selective Startup Mode

Step 1: Switch to Selective Startup

• Press Windows + R.
• Open the Run command.
• Type msconfig.
• Click OK.
• Access the General tab.
• Choose a Selective Startup.
• Check Load system services.
• Navigate to the Services tab.
• Check Hide all Microsoft services.
• Click Disable All.
• Uncheck Hide all Microsoft services.
• From the list, select Windows Installer.
• Click OK.
• Open the System Configuration window.
• Select Restart.

Step 2: Install QuickBooks Desktop

• Reinstall QuickBooks Desktop:
• Press Windows + R.
• Open the Run command.
• Type msconfig.
• Click OK.
• Open the General tab.
• Select Normal startup.
• Click OK.
• Access the System Configuration window.
• Select Restart.

Conclusion

By following this guide carefully, users can successfully troubleshoot errors when installing QuickBooks Desktop and can access QuickBooks with all its features functioning smoothly.

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