How to Fix QuickBooks Error 4120?

Various errors keep impeding QuickBooks users time and again. One such error that users have been facing in recent times is QuickBooks Error 4120. This error has a tendency to put a complete to your operations and also prevents you from accessing your company account. In this article, we will clear all the queries related to this error and thoroughly discuss the various causes, signs, and relevant solutions for fixing QuickBooks Error 4120. So, make sure to stay glued to this article till the conclusion.

 

Description of the Error 4120 in QuickBooks

This annoying error may show up anytime while you are performing your accounting operations in QuickBooks. There are various causes of this error, one of the principal ones being related to specific issues in your operating System. However, other issues can also incite this technical error.

Notably, this error comes up with the following message

 "QuickBooks has encountered an issue and needs to be shut down."

 

Causes that provoke QuickBooks Error 4120

Below are some important provocative causes that embolden Error 4120 in QuickBooks.

•        Whenever any QuickBooks executable files or other files are flagged as dangerous by an antivirus or security program, the error 4120 may show up in QuickBooks.

•        Inadvertently, if another program deletes QuickBooks files.

•        If the QuickBooks installation is flawed or if any of the downloads are damaged.

•        Issues with Microsoft components like .NET framework, C++ or MSXML may also lead to QuickBooks Error 4120.

 

QuickBooks Error 4120: Associated symptoms

Given below are the various signs that are associated with this error

•        The error message "QuickBooks Error 4120" displays on the screen and leads to crashing of QuickBooks.

•        The computer will operate sluggishly and respond slowly to mouse and keyboard inputs.

·         Occasionally, the System may hang or freeze for a few seconds.

 

 

Different solutions to resolve QuickBooks Error 4120

Let us now go through the apt solutions to get rid of this QuickBooks Error. Users are advised to follow the steps cautiously without skipping any step.

 

Solution 1: Transferring Company File to different System

This process involves transferring the company file from the existing computer to another system with the purpose of examining whether the error is caused due to a system-related problem. Use can use an external storage drive like a hard disk or a pen drive to transfer the company files. If the file successfully opens on the other System without any error, then it means that the previous System on which you were operating is affected by specific issues. The same can be dealt with by repairing the System.

 

Solution 2: setting up the QuickBooks File Doctor

QuickBooks File Doctor is a holistic tool that fixes issues with the QuickBooks company files. This tool can also be used to ward off Error 4120 in QuickBooks.

·         First and foremost, users are required to go for the Installation of the QuickBooks file doctor tool from the Intuit website.

·         After that, launch the tool and perform the diagnostics.

·         If any issue is identified, let the tool fix the same.

·         Finally, make an exit from the tool and restart QuickBooks to double-check if Error 4120 got annihilated.

 

Solution 3: By  using the Disk Cleanup

·         Before going for a disc cleanup, users are advised to make a backup of their files. Subsequently, hit on the windows start menu, followed by searching for "cleanup" in the search box.

·         Now, open the Disc clean up and choose Drive C.

·         Proceed with the clean-up process and once it is over, restart your PC.

·         Launch QuickBooks and access your company file. Hopefully, the technical snag should be fixed.

 

Solution 4:  Go for updating your Windows

Updating your Windows Operating system ensures that all the essential Microsoft components like C++, MSXML, and .NET Framework are updated to their latest release. These components are essential for the seamless functioning of the QuickBooks application. The steps given below will guide you with the Windows update process:

·         To begin, go to the start menu and type "Update" into the search box.

·         Now, open Windows Update and proceed to the Check for updates option.

·         Choose all the important updates and proceed ahead.

·         Once the updates get downloaded, restart the PC and let these updates get installed automatically.

·         Now, run QuickBooks and see if the issue got resolved.

 

Solution 5: Getting the Runtime Libraries re-installed

Sometimes, certain damage caused to the Runtime libraries may also instigate the QuickBooks Error 4120. To deal with this scenario, it is recommended that users get their runtime libraries re-installed on their computers.

·         Users need to initially hit on the start menu and then select the Control Panel.

·         Now locate "Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package" and uninstall it in the Programs and features tab of the Control Panel.

·         Follow the on-screen directions to uninstall the package.

·         Open your web browser now, and go to Microsoft's official website to get the most recent redistributable package.

·         Finish with the Installation and then restart your PC.

 

We wind up this article and expect that users find it useful in fixing QuickBooks Error 4120. In case of further assistance, you may contact our Support team.