How to Fix QuickBooks Payroll Update Error and Problems?

While updating the QuickBooks Desktop or payroll, you may witness a series of errors that may prevent you from updating the software. As such, getting rid of these errors becomes necessary.

There are a series of errors that you may experience while attempting to go for the update process of the QuickBooks Desktop or payroll. However, this article shall provide you with all the necessary solutions to rectify these QuickBooks Desktop Update Errors in the most convenient manner.

 

Causes that may lead to the update errors in QuickBooks Payroll

Various factors may lead to the update errors in the QuickBooks payroll software. These include the following:

·         Erroneous Internet settings

·         Incorrect system date and time

·         Firewall obstructing the efficient QuickBooks functioning

·         Multiple QuickBooks versions installed on your PC

·         Out-to-date digital signature certificates.

There is no need to feel exasperated as the following section contains all the reliable remedies to tackle these causes. So, let us jump onto the methods to get this error rooted out from your computer.

 

Methods to fix the error when updating Desktop or payroll in QuickBooks

This section shall brief you on the practical and effective methods to troubleshoot the payroll update errors in the QuickBooks software. So, make sure that you go through each of the methods very keenly.

Method 1: Configure your Internet settings

Erroneous internet settings may be the principal cause of the error. Therefore, it becomes essential that you correct these settings. Follow the directions below in this context:

·         Initially, launch the QuickBooks Desktop software.

·         Subsequently, opt for the 'Internet Connection Setup' from the 'Help' menu.

·         You are now required to hit on 'Use my computer's Internet connection settings to establish a connection when this application accesses the Internet.'

·         Follow it up by choosing the 'Next' option.

·         Now, you are required to proceed to the 'Advanced Connection Settings.'

·         Proceed to the 'Advanced' tab.

·         Thereafter, hit on the 'Restore Advanced Settings' option.

·         Choose the 'Ok' button.

·         Hit on 'Done.'

·         Refresh the QuickBooks Desktop software and attempt to update the software again to see if the error got resolved. Hopefully, the error must be sorted out. However, on the contrary, if it still continues to bother you, jump to the subsequent method.

 

Method 2: Manual updates for multiple versions installed on your PC

If you have multiple QuickBooks versions installed on your system, it is highly recommended that you opt for a manual update corresponding to each of these versions.

 

Method 3: Configure your firewall settings

Incorrect firewall settings might be hampering you from updating the QuickBooks software. In this context, it becomes imperative that you include QuickBooks-related files to the list of exceptions in your firewall. Follow the steps given below:

·         Enable Ports 80 and 443 in your firewall.

·         Subsequently, add important QuickBooks files to the list of exceptions. These include the following:

o   IntuitSyncManager.exe

o   QBCFMonitorService.exe

o   QBDBMgr.exe

o   QBDBMgrN.exe

o   QBGDSPlugin.exe

o   QBLaunch.exe

o   QBServerUtilityMgr.exe

o   QBW32.exe

o   Dbmlsync.exe

·         Furthermore, if you have some antivirus software set up on your PC, make sure that all the QuickBooks-related files/processes are added to the exceptions list.

 

Method 4: Make sure that you have the digital signature certificate installed on your system

·         Proceed to 'C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks.'

·         Afterward, right-click the file 'QBW32.exe' and hit on the 'Properties' option.

·         Check that 'Intuit' is chosen in the signature list under the 'Digital Signature' tab.

·         Hit on 'Details.'

·         Choose the 'View Certificate' in the 'Digital Signature Details' window.

·         Subsequently, hit on 'Install Certificate' in the Certificate window.

·         Continue opting for 'Next' until the 'Finish' button appears on the screen.

·         Hit on 'Finish.'

·         Reboot your PC.

·         Launch the QuickBooks software and attempt to download the update once again.

·         The update error(s) should be sorted out.

 

Method 5: Rectify your system date and time

·         In the inception, check the bottom right corner of your screen and verify if the date and time are set correctly.

·         If they are wrongly set, right-click the system clock and choose the 'Adjust Date/Time' option.

·         Choose 'Change date and time' and follow it up by entering the current time.

·         Also, choose the correct time zone. Hit on 'OK.'

·         Restart the QuickBooks Desktop software and rerun the update process to see if the error vanished.

 

Hopefully, the methods mentioned in this article must have sorted the QuickBooks desktop payroll update error(s). If you still face up the error or encounter any intricacy while performing the above-mentioned methods, feel free to contact our QuickBooks payroll error support team and avail of unmatched advice and impeccable solutions from our experts.

We are accessible through the helpline i.e., 1-800-761-1787 or through the Live chat option on the Website itself.