Untitled

[itsasthasharma-blog]

Fix QuickBooks Desktop Update Errors

It seems like you are stuck with errors arising while you update QuickBooks on your desktop? Do not panic, we are here to help. This blog is all about providing general troubleshooting information for fixing QuickBooks Desktop update error. If your Desktop shows any of the errors 12045, 12157,12038 or 12037 while you are updating QuickBooks, the very first step is to enter the error number in the search field and then you can proceed with the mentioned solutions.

Solution 1: Review the system update and time on the computer

The update process can interfere with an incorrect date and time. To check the system update and time on your computer you can follow these steps.

Go to your system clock, right click and adjust Date/Time.

Select Change date and time and mention the correct date and time.

Click OK twice.

Then close the QuickBooks desktop and open it again.

Run the update of QuickBooks Desktop again.

Solution 2: Do check your Internet Settings

The Internet can be one of the reasons that you are facing update errors. You must check for a secure internet connection before proceeding. To check the internet connection, open Web browser and visit Chase Banking. If you are unable to open Chase Banking page, contact your Internet Service Provider for help.

If you can view the Chase banking website, start QuickBooks Desktop and take the following steps:

Look for the Help menu and select Internet Connection Setup.

Click Use my computer's Internet connection settings to establish a connection when this application accesses the Internet and then select ‘Next’.

Select Advanced Connection Settings.

Choose Restore Advanced Settings, select Ok and then select Done.

Update QuickBooks Desktop again.

While you proceed towards resolving the desktop update error, keep the following in mind:

Before downloading updates, make sure that you have disabled your download accelerator as Download accelerators can interfere with the download process. You can contact your ISP for more information.

While using a dial-up connection, verify that the minimum connection speed is 28.8 kilobits per second (Kb/s).

If you are using America On line (AOL), first of all log on to AOL with the master login name and be sure that the Parental Controls settings are not enabled. You can visit AOL’s online support for more information and help.

Personal firewall application settings and Internet Security

Firewall settings and Internet security can interfere with the Desktop updates. Before moving further, verify the configuration of your internet security and personal firewall software settings.  

It is important to enable ports 80 and 443, as well as to provide access to the following files:

AutoBackupExe.exe

Dbmlsync.exe

DBManagerExe.exe

FileManagement.exe

FileMovementExe.exe

IntuitSyncManager.exe

QBCFMonitorService.exe

QBDBMgr.exe

QBDBMgrN.exe

QBGDSPlugin.exe

QBLaunch.exe

QBServerUtilityMgr.exe

QBW32.exe

QuickBooksMessaging.exe

The QuickBooks Database server uses a fallback port 56719, you must check if all the above-mentioned ports are used by any other processes.

Multiple installations of QuickBooks Desktop of the same version on the same computer

There are chances that update errors can occur on your desktop if you have more than one installation of QuickBooks Desktop of the same version. If this problem occurs, download and install a manual update for one or more versions of QuickBooks Desktop

[itsasthasharma-blog]

How to Update QuickBooks to the Latest Version?

Still using an older version of QuickBooks? Well, if you are happy with the features of your current QuickBooks version, you are good to go. However, if your plan is to stay up-to-date with the changes and enjoy the new features and fixes introduced by Intuit, you might want to upgrade.

Now, there are two ways of updating your QuickBooks:

Automatic Updates– If you go for automatic updates, QuickBooks will automatically download any new updates and install them just as they are released. It is a convenient way of always being updated with the recent changes in your QuickBooks software.

Manual Updates– If you want to update your QuickBooks only when you wish to, then the option of manual updates is for you. Remember, you will need to check for the updates at regular intervals or at least once a month.

Also, note that if you are updating to a newer version of QuickBooks, you will also need to upgrade your company file. Let’s proceed with the process of updating your QuickBooks:

Check to see if there are any available updates

Note- You will not need to update your company file after updating to the latest version of your QuickBooks.

Follow these simple steps to check if you have the latest release or you need to upgrade:

Open your QuickBooks desktop software

Open the Product Information window by pressing Ctlr+1 or the F2 key

Now, check to see if your current version is the same as the latest release or there is a need to update.  

How to Setup Automatic Updates?

Open the Help menu on your software and select the Update QuickBooks option

Now, go to the Update Now option. If you want to clear out any previous downloads, you can click on the Reset Update checkbox.

Click on Get Updates to start the downloads.

Once the download is done, you will need to restart your QuickBooks.

Once you restart, Install the new updates when prompted.

How to Schedule Future Automatic Updates?

You may not always want to update your QuickBooks right away. To help with that, you can schedule the downloads for the future. Here’s how you can do it:

Take the cursor to the Help menu.

Click on Update QuickBooks option and then select the Options tab.

Now, click on Yes to turn on the automatic updates option. If you wish to share these updates with multiple computers linked to your network, you can select Yes for each computer option.

Next, click on Close.

Once you are done with these steps, your QuickBooks will begin downloading the updates automatically whenever they release.

How to do manual updates on QuickBooks?

Your first step to do manual updates is to first download any latest updates. Here are the steps you must follow:

Close your QuickBooks software and the company files as well

Now, go to the Windows Start menu and open it

In the Search box, type QuickBooks Desktop and press enter. Once you see the QuickBooks icon, right-click on it and select the option Run as administrator.

Once you are on the No Company Open screen, move to the Help menu and select the Update QuickBooks option.

Next, go to the Options tab and click on Mark All. Now, select Save.

Select the Update Now tab and also check the Reset Updates option.

Once ready, click on the Get Updates option.

Now, once you are done with the updates, close the QuickBooks Desktop and reopen it. When prompted to install updates, click on Yes. Restart the computer once the install finishes.

Also, if you have bought a Payroll subscription too, you will need to download the latest payroll tax table to be able to process payroll in your QuickBooks Desktop. Remember that your Payroll subscription should be active.

How to get QuickBooks updates from the internet? (Alternative Solution)

If you want to get the latest updates for your QuickBooks via the internet, you can do it from Inuit’s website. Here’s how:

On the website, go to the Downloads and Updates section.

Select your country from the Select Country menu.

Now, from the Select Product dropdown menu, select your QuickBooks product.

Next, select the version or year of your QuickBooks product from the Select Version dropdown.

Click on Search.

Now, click on Get Updates.

Note- Preferably, keep your downloaded files at an easy-to-find and easy-to-remember location such as your Windows Desktop. After the download is complete, open the downloaded files and install them. Once installed, restart the computer.

If you want to install these updates on other computers connected to your network, manually, you can follow either of the two steps:

Copy the installed files on a flash drive and copy it to the other computers

Access the downloaded file on your computer using the other computers connected to the network

[itsasthasharma-blog]

How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Error 1920 

QuickBooks database server manager helps businesses to enable multiple versions of QuickBooks software. And, if you are stuck with the ‘Error 1920’ while starting QuickBooks Database Manager, then you don’t need to worry, we are here to help you. This error occurs if QuickBooks Database Manager can’t connect to your business file. Read further to fix this error and get the back up of the data.

Please Note: If you are installing QuickBooks software on your computer and you get this error, then it is recommended to install as a Windows user with Admin rights.

Use these steps to install or update your current version of QuickBooks.

Step 1: Uninstall QuickBooks Desktop

First of all, press Windows key + S, then navigate Control Panel and open it.

In the control panel, click on ‘Programs and Features’ or ‘Uninstall a Program’.

Click on the ‘Select QuickBooks Desktop’ (version) from the list of installed programs.

Select Change /Uninstall and follow the onscreen instructions.

Step 2: Use these steps to rename the installation folders

Notes: In case you don’t see or Program Data folder or Application Data, then you need to display hidden files and folders or search for files using Windows.

If you have other Intuit apps installed on your computer, you should only uninstall or rename the QuickBooks version folder found in the Intuit folder: C:\Program Data\Intuit.

Go to the installation folders and refer to the chart below:

Windows 10/8/7Windows Vista

C:\Program Data\Intuit

C:\Program Data\Common Files\Intuit

C:\Users\[Username]\AppData\Local\Intuit

C:\Program Files\Intuit

C:\Program Files\Common Files\Intuit

C:\Program Data\Intuit

C:\Program Data\Common Files\Intuit

C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Intuit

C:\Program Files\Intuit

C:\Program Files\Common Files\Intuit

Open the Run command by pressing Windows key + R on your keyboard.

Now, enter the location of the folder, then click Enter.

Next, right-click the folder, and then choose Rename.

Rename the folder to.OLD.

Step 3: Install QuickBooks Desktop

After you’re done with steps 1 and 2, you can now install your QuickBooks Desktop, use the below-mentioned steps if you don’t have QuickBooks software on your server. However, it is suggested to share your file over the network with the help of the Database Server Manager.

1: Uninstall the QuickBooks Database Server Manager

Press the Windows key + R, on your keyboard.

The Run dialog box opens. Enter appwiz.cpl, then OK.

Select the QuickBooks Database Server Manager.

Select Uninstall/Change and follow the onscreen instructions.

2: Rename the installation folders

Notes: If you don’t see the Application Data or Program Data folder, you need to display hidden files and folders or search for files using Windows.

If you have other Intuit apps installed on your computer, you should only uninstall or rename the QuickBooks version folder found in the Intuit folder: C:\Program Data\Intuit.

Go to the installation folders. Refer to the chart below.

Windows 10/8/7Windows Vista

C:\Program Data\Intuit

C:\Program Data\Common Files\Intuit

C:\Users\[Username]\AppData\Local\Intuit

C:\Program Files\IntuitC:\Program Data\Intuit

C:\Program Data\Common Files\Intuit

C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Intuit

C:\Program Files\Intuit

C:\Program Files\Common Files\Intuit

C:\Program Files\Common Files\Intuit

Press the combination of Windows key + R on your keyword to open the run command

Now, enter the location of the folder, and then Enter.

In this step, Right-click the folder and choose Rename.

Lastly, rename the folder to ‘.OLD’.

3: Reinstall QuickBooks Database Server Manager

Steps to Install QuickBooks Database Server Manager

Note: Database Server Manager can be used to run multi-user access in QuickBooks desktop. This manager helps its users to work on the same company file simultaneously.

Step 1: Download and Install Database Server Manager

Download and Install the Database Server Manager on your server computer. The server computer hosts your company files.

Important: If you're an accountant, bookkeeper or someone who hosts more than one version of QuickBooks Desktop on your network, then it is recommended to install them in order. First, install the oldest version first and then end with the most recent version.

Before starting this step, close all open programs on your server device, including QuickBooks.

Now, Open the install ‘Setup_QuickBooks.exe’ file you downloaded.

Complete the process by following the on-screen instructions.

Now QuickBooks will ask you to choose an install type, select any of ‘Custom’ or ‘Network Options’. Then click on Next. Don't select Express.

Choose the preferred option for your network setup and select Next. Both options will install the Database Server Manager. In case, QuickBooks Desktop is already installed, this won’t overwrite any of your existing company file or data.

In case you want to have QuickBooks Desktop as well as  Database Server Manager on your server computer, then, it is recommended to select I'll be using as well as storing QuickBooks Desktop on this device.

If you only need Database Server Manager on your server computer, then select I will NOT be using QuickBooks Desktop

Follow the rest of the onscreen instructions. When you’re ready, select Install. Windows may ask you for permission.

Note: Here you need to know that QuickBooks creates a separate version Windows user for each version of Database Server Manager. For example, Data Server Manager 2018 will be created as a separate version with the name QBDataServiceUser28.

Give user permission to access the desired folders that hold your company files. You can see these users whenever you set your system-level permissions.

Step 2: Set your firewall permissions

You need to check your antivirus and firewall permissions. To run this program you need to make sure that you have given needed permissions to run on your computer.

Step 3: Update-Database Server Manager

The Data Server Manager will be auto-updated whenever you will update QuickBooks Desktop.

Step 4: Use Database Server Manager

After following the above steps you can easily use and update the Database Server Manager.