Is QuickBooks Install Error Code 1712 annoying you? No need to worry, as this article encloses all the necessary information you need to resolve the error.
QuickBooks error code 1712 is most commonly encountered when installing QuickBooks on the main or primary, host or server computer. The QuickBooks Error 1712 occurs when one or more Windows components are missing and when files are corrupted. It affects the Windows operating system, preventing programs and applications from running smoothly.
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What causes QuickBooks Error Code 1712?
QuickBooks error number 1712 might occur during the installation or removal of any program that necessitates a reboot. It occurs due to registry difficulties, corrupt folder/data files, malicious software, or a virus assault. Many times, restarting or rebooting the system will fix the issue. You have damaged data files in your QuickBooks Desktop.
Some alterations are being made to the QB software.
Installing QB in a corrupted folder.
Adware, spyware, and viruses affect your system.
Your software has certain registry problems or corruption.
Methods to get rid of the QuickBooks Error 1712
There are several methods that you can try out to resolve the QB Error 1712. The section below enumerates the most viable methods for cutting the roots of QB Error 1712. Ensure that you go through each method carefully and implement all the steps sequentially.
Method 1: Use the QuickBooks Tool Hub
QuickBooks Tool Hub is a holistic tool equipped with a myriad of features to resolve the various errors in QuickBooks, including the QB install Error Code 1712. To run the tool, follow the steps mentioned below:
Close QB software, if open.
Download and Install the QB Tool Hub into your system.
Once the installation is finished, choose 'Finish.'
Now launch QuickBooks Tool Hub from your Desktop.
Run 'Quick Fix My Program' from the Tool Hub
In QuickBooks Tool Hub, choose 'Program problems.'
Choose the 'Quick Fix My problems' tool.
Please wait for the tool to finish with its process.
Once the scan is done, again check if the QB install Error 1712 got resolved.
If the issue persists, run the QB Diagnostic Tool. You can use the tool by following the steps below:
In the QuickBooks Tool Hub, head to 'Installation issues.'
Click on 'Run the tool QuickBooks Diagnostic Tool.'
Let the tool run the diagnosis. Wait for the process to conclude.
Once finished, install and open QuickBooks and check if the error got fixed.
Method 2: Stop background processes in Task Manager
To terminate any processes running in the background, conform to the following steps:
On your Desktop, close any running programs.
Then press & hold the 'Ctrl + Shift + Esc' keys simultaneously.
This brings up the Task Manager window on your screen.
Check sure you're in the Processes tab, and if not, click it.
Find the QuickBooks processes running in the background and click on the QuickBooks process for each one.
To stop it from running in the background, click End Task. Do this for all QuickBooks processes that are operating in the background.
After that, end the Task Manager and restart the computer.
Check if Error Code 1712 got resolved by opening QuickBooks. If the issue still keeps bothering you, jump to the following method.
Method 3: Alter the data path of the application in the Registry
On your desktop screen, click on the Windows Start button, type 'regedit.exe' in the Search field and hit Enter.
Find the path ‘HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\MicrosoftWindows\CurrentVersion\Explore\User\’ in the Regedit window.
Double-click on the entry App Data in Shell Folders
Replace the original value with your local profile path in it
When finished, dismiss the window
Restart your computer
Start QuickBooks and check for issues.
Method 4: Add or create the Windows user with Administrator Rights
Open 'Settings' by pressing the power button in the Start menu, then click on the Gear icon.
Go to your Windows Settings window and Select 'Accounts.'
Select 'Other People' from the menu.
Choose the option 'Add someone else to the computer.'
You don't need to enter the e-mail id if asked for it.
Similarly, skip the sign-in information by clicking on 'I don't have this person's sign-in information.'
Add a user who does not have a Microsoft account, then choose this option.
For this new user, create a new username and password.
To continue, press the 'Next' button.
Subsequently, click on the 'Local account' and create a new local account as an administrator.
Method 5: Fix the Windows Update and Windows Installer
In the case of Windows Update, follow the below-mentioned steps:
Click the Windows Start menu button to update your Windows system.
Choose 'System Settings' by clicking on the gear symbol.
Then, in the 'Settings' panel, select 'Update and Security.'
Go for the 'Windows Update' tab.
Select 'Windows Update' & subsequently 'Check for Updates.'
If some update is available, it is displayed;
If an update is available, choose 'Get updates.'
It will download and install the update on your computer, and you will be done with updates.
For Windows Installer
Download the fixer for windows installer named Program Install and uninstaller Troubleshooter. It assists you in repairing the problems associated with Windows. Such issues include you being blocked from removing or installing the programs on the system. It shall assist you in fixing damaged registry keys.
After downloading the troubleshooter, right-click on it and select Run or Open. Then it gives you a few steps to complete for it to do its job of resolving the problem. If your program isn't included among the uninstall alternatives, it will prompt you for the product code. It can be found in the MSI file's property table.
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We hope that the troubleshooting methods included in this article helped you fix the QB install Error Code 1712. If you face any issues while implementing the steps mentioned above, kindly contact our QB Technical Support Team.
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