QuickBooks error code 15104 can be a little bit tricky, as it is seen when the Windows registry entry is damaged or in case there is any damaged QuickBooks update. Also, note that the damaged Windows registry is regarded as the major cause behind the occurrence of QuickBooks error 15104. A bunch of other errors can trigger QuickBooks error code 15104, which we will be elaborating on later in this segment.
To understand this error better, make sure to read this segment carefully. Or you can further connect with our technical support team at +1-844-539-0188, and they will provide you with immediate support assistance.
What is QuickBooks error 15104?
QuickBooks error 15104 is usually seen when you download new updates. Such an error can further appear when the registry entries are damaged or the company file is corrupted. It can further show up when there is any issue with the installation due to insufficient permissions to access the update files. This isn’t a common error and can be a bit confusing for QuickBooks users. To understand it better, check out the factors causing this issue enumerated below.
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What leads to QuickBooks error code 15104?
The following can be the factors causing the QuickBooks error 15104:
- Just in case the user is using QuickBooks in single user mode
- Also, if there is any damage in windows registry
- Another reason can be corruption during installation
- Or incomplete QuickBooks desktop installation
Essential factors to remember
The following can be the factors that can hold importance to get rid of the QuickBooks error 15104. Let us have a look:
- In case the user is using multi-user mode, then he/she is recommended to change the single user mode right away. And also make sure that the mapped location is correct. The points to remember are:
- Press ctrl + 1 keys
- Open the product information window
- Select help and update QuickBooks option
- The last step is to click on the option tab and ensure that the information in the download location is appropriate.
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Steps to fix the QuickBooks error 15104
Following can be the steps used to get rid of the QuickBooks error 15104. Let us have a look:
Method 1: Using a third-party cleaner program
- At first, the user needs to download and install third-party cleaner software on the system
- After installation, it is suggested to run the software on Windows. The application will scan the system and if it finds any issue in the registry entry, then it will fix it
- Make sure that your system is backed up and rebooted
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Method 2: Install and uninstall QuickBooks in selective startup mode
Step 1: The user will have to prepare the data
- The user needs to create a backup of the company file
- Keep ready a copy of the QuickBooks desktop product and license information
Step 2: Start the system in selective startup mode
- To open the run command, press Windows + R keys.
- In the dialog box type misconfig and then click on ok tab
- Move to the general tab and select selective startup and load system services
- After that move to the service tab and select Hide all Microsoft services
- Select disable all option
- Ensure that the hide all Microsoft services are unchecked
- From the list of services, ensure that the Windows installer checkbox is selected
- Click on the ok tab
- Choose restart on the system configuration window
Step 3: Perform a clean install of QuickBooks Desktop
Try to uninstall and re-install QuickBooks desktop. This process is termed a clean install QuickBooks desktop.
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Step 4: Go to normal start-up mode
- To open the run command, press ctrl + R keys at the same time
- Type misconfig and then click on the ok tab
- Select normal setup in the general tab
- Click on ok tab
- Select reboot on the system configuration window
Method 3: Accomplish system restore
This is the last method, that one can opt for, to get rid of the QuickBooks error code 15104. The steps involved here are as follows:
- At first, the user would have to open the system restore window on the system
- Select the restore point
- And click on option scan for affected programs
- Click on next and finish tab to complete the process
Also, note that the system restore would not affect in any way the personal files in the system.
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Method 4: Run QuickBooks Tool Hub
You can use the QuickBooks tool hub to run the quick fix my program and try fixing the QuickBooks error 15104 up to a certain extent. The steps involved here are:
Step 1: Download and install QuickBooks Tool hub
- The very first step is to close QuickBooks.
- After that, download the most recent version of QuickBooks Tool Hub.
- The next step is to save the file where you can easily find it.
- Also, note that if you have installed Tool Hub before, then you need to find out which version you have. This can be done by selecting home tab and the version will be on the bottom.
- Now, open the file you downloaded (QuickBooksToolHub.exe)
- After that, perform the onscreen steps to install and agree to the terms and conditions
- When the install finishes, you need to double click the icon on the Windows desktop and open tool hub.
Step 2: Run Quick Fix My Program
The quick fix will shut down any lingering background process QuickBooks might be using. It will further run a quick repair on the program.
- Here you need to choose program problems in the QuickBooks tool hub
- And further choose quick fix my program
- Now, reopen QuickBooks and the company file
- Followed by downloading the latest QuickBooks desktop product updates or the latest payroll tax table update again.
If you still get the error, try performing the below steps:
- Close QuickBooks first
- And then, move to C:\ProgramData\Intuit\QuickBooksXX\Components
- Also note, XX is the QuickBooks version.
- You now have to right-click the components and choose delete
- Furthermore, open QuickBooks and head to help tab
- Select Update QuickBooks desktop
- Now, choose update now
- Once done with that, go for reset update checkbox
- And then, choose get updates
- After the download is complete, you need to close and reopen QuickBooks
- Head to the help tab and choose update QuickBooks
- The last step is to choose Overview and then click on Update Now.
Method 5: Reboot.bat file
Reboot.bat file ascertains that all QuickBooks components are running in a proper manner. To fix the error code 15104 in QuickBooks, you can try running reboot.bat file using the steps below:
- You need to first right-click the QuickBooks icon
- Furthermore, click on the properties tab
- Also, go for open the file location
- And then, in the search field, enter in reboot.bat.
- Right click on the file after locating it
- And then, select run as admin
Conclusion!
Getting rid of the QuickBooks error code 15104 can be super easy, if you are well-versed with the steps above. However, if you are unable to fix the issue even after performing the steps above, then in that case, contact our QuickBooks premier technical support professionals using our toll-free customer support number i.e. +1-844-539-0188. Our team will provide you with immediate tech support.
