How to fix QuickBooks Error 1304?

QuickBooks Error 1304 occurs while you try to install or update QB Desktop software. There are various causes that may lead to this error. Within the purview of this article, we have brought forth all the viable troubleshooting methodologies to fix QuickBooks Error 1304. If you find yourself entangled in technical issues while performing the steps, ring our QuickBooks ProAdvisors a call at the helpline +1-800-761-1787.

 

QuickBooks Error 1304: Major Causes

•           The QuickBooks installation CD that you are using is broken.

•           The QuickBooks installer is unable use the CD to read the installation files.

•           The Microsoft.NET Framework files are broken or corrupted for some reason.

 

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Ways to troubleshoot QuickBooks Error 1304

Follow the solutions given below to root this error out of your system.

1st Solution: Re-setup MS .NET Framework

•           Press the Windows +R keys initially.

•           The Run window appears on your screen.

•           Type Control Panel into the Run window.

•           You can move on by pressing the Enter key.

•           Go to Programs and Features.

•           Move the cursor across the screen's list of programs and look for Microsoft MSXML & C++ components.

•           Select the component and then choose Uninstall.

•           Start your computer over again.

•           Now, get the Microsoft MSXML and C++ components from the Microsoft website and install them.

•           Any broken Microsoft.NET framework will be fixed by doing this.

•           Once you've done all of the above, check to see if the QuickBooks Error 1304 is gone. If that's not the case, move on to the next solution.

 

2nd Solution: Sharing the CD on your device

•           Put the QuickBooks installation disc into a computer that is connected to a network.

•           If the download starts on its own, you can close the window by clicking on Quit.

•           In Windows File Manager, right-click the CD-ROM and choose Sharing and Security from the menu.

•           Finally, make sure that the box next to Share this folder is checked.

•           After that, choose Apply and OK.

•           Then, right-click on the My Computer icon and choose Properties. After that, choose the Computer Name.

•           Press the Win and R keys at the same time.

•           Type the name of the system where the QuickBooks CD is installed.

•           Double-click the CD drive.

•           Finally, double-click the setup file to start the download.

•           Check to see if the error got fixed. If not, you have nothing to worry about. Just move on to the next solution.

 

3^rd Solution: Transfer the contents of the CD

•           Put the CD in the CD drive to start.

•           Choose Quit if the download process starts right away.

•           Right-click the Start button and choose Explore from the menu.

•           Then, before you move the files, you need to create a new folder in the right place.

•           Then, type QuickBooks as the name of the folder.

•           Right-click the CD in the left pane and choose Explore.

•           On the right side of the window, look for QuickBooks and the set up.exe file.

•           Press and hold the Ctrl key to select both the file and the folder.

•           Right-click on any folder and choose Copy from the menu.

•           Right-click the newly made QuickBooks folder and choose Properties.

•           Choose Paste to move the file. Or use the shortcut Ctrl+V.

•           Check to see if QB Error 1304 was fixed. If the problem is still there, use the QB Tool Hub, which is explained below.

 

4^thSolution: Using the Tool Hub

•           You can get the QuickBooks Tool Hub from the Intuit website.

•           After agreeing to the terms and conditions, run the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to install it. Double-click it to open it once the installation is done. Go to the Tool Hub and click on Installation Issues. Run the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool. Restart your computer when the utility is done finding the problem.

 

^5th Solution: Reimage Repair Tool can help

•           Make sure you have the most recent version of the Reimage Repair Tool.

•           To start the installation process, double-click the Setup File in the folder you uploaded.

•           Once you're done setting up the program, you can start scanning.

•           When the diagnostic process is done, a pop-up window will show a list of all the problems and technical problems that could be causing your system to fail.

•           Click the Start Repair icon to fix problems like this.

•           After the fix is done, turn your computer back on.

•           Check to see if QuickBooks Error 1304 has been fixed. Does it still appear? Not a big deal. Just move on to the next way.

 

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We are done with all the viable solutions to fix QuickBooks Error 1304, and we hope that at this stage, you should be able to oust this technical error in QuickBooks. If you face any difficulties while performing the steps, then you can call our technical support team at the helpline +1-800-761-1787.