Error 15271 is one of the most common QuickBooks update issues, and it typically appears when users try to update, install, or download the QuickBooks desktop edition (Pro/Payroll/Desktop).

This blog will review the most typical error that crops up whenever you try to update, install, or fix your QuickBooks accounting software. We have explained the ways to fix the QuickBooks error 15271 below.

However, in case you are in a hurry, our experts are a call away to quickly resolve the error you are facing. You may reach us at 1.855.738.2784 and fix the issue within the promised time.

What is QuickBooks payroll error 15271?

This error usually appears during QuickBooks Desktop Version updates and installations. For example, QuickBooks Desktop Pro with Payroll. 

Error 15271: The update was not completed successfully. A file cannot be validated.

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Causes of QuickBooks Payroll Error 15271

• Incomplete installation of QuickBooks or outdated version of QuickBooks software.
• A recent QuickBooks software update caused Windows registry corruption.
• Malware intrusion that corrupted either Windows system files or QuickBooks Pro-related data and files.
• Internet Explorer's invalid SSL security protocol.

The Solution to Resolve QuickBooks Error Code 15271

Turning off UAC in Windows and reinstalling, the program usually fixes this QB error 15271.

Solution 1: In the Windows Safe Mode, install Payroll Updates

• On your desktop, click the Start button and then select Restart from the Shutdown menu.
• To access the Advanced Boot Options page while Windows restarts hold down the F8 key on your keyboard constantly.
• Then, use the navigation buttons to choose Safe Mode, and hit Enter.
• After Windows has restarted in Safe Mode, attempt the payroll update installation again.
• Continue with the following troubleshooting step if you are still getting the QuickBooks payroll update error message 15271.

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Solution 2: Download the Recent Payroll Tax Tables

• Open QuickBooks and select the Employees tab.
• Choose the option 'Get Payroll Updates,' and click on the Download Entire Payroll Update in the following windows that show up.
• Finally, choose the Download Latest Update option, and QuickBooks will notify you when the updates are downloaded.

Solution 3: Clean Your Systems Junk Files

• Launch a "full malware scan" on your PC as a first step.
• Eliminate "Junk files".
• Immediately update all the drivers on your computer.
• As there have been recent system changes, you should now attempt to use the Windows system to restore and fix them.
• To fix the critical error 15271 in QuickBooks Pro, uninstall and reinstall the program.
• Perform a "Windows System File Checker" scan ('sfc scanners).
• It is recommended that you install all available Windows updates.
• Complete the process by doing a fresh Windows installation.

Conclusion!

We have worked hard to provide you with the most used solutions by QuickBooks users. We believe you can now resolve QuickBooks error 15271 on your own. In case the error still has not been resolved, contact our support staff by calling 1.855.738.2784.

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