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How to Fix QuickBooks EXEAdapter Error?

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How to Fix QuickBooks EXEAdapter Error?

QuickBooks EXEAdapter Error usually occurs when you attempt to install or upgrade the software. When you encounter this error, it terminated the installation process and further you won’t be able to proceed with the ongoing task. However, there are various reasons but the damaged Microsoft.NET Framework.exe file is the primary cause. The other various causes and the possible methods to fix the QuickBooks EXEAdapter error are discussed below.

Insights into QuickBooks EXEAdapter error:

At first, the QB Installer installs critical components when updating or upgrading QuickBooks Desktop. Microsoft .NET Framework is one of the components needed to be installed during the installation of QuickBooks. A corrupt or damaged installation of .NET Framework can result in error 61686. On your computer, you will see this error message, which says, "We're sorry! Your installation went wrong somewhat.

Reasons that triggers QuickBooks EXEAdapter Error:

The corrupt or damaged Microsoft .NET Framework.xml file is the most probable cause behind the occurrence of this error. Listed below are the other possible reasons that cause issues:

  • Installer unable to find the file on Windows
  • An outdated version of Microsoft .NET Framework on Windows
  • Accidentally deletion of Framework.xml file
  • Infected Virus or Malware might affect your Windows
  • Incomplete or unsuccessful installation of Microsoft.NET Framework

Methods to resolve QuickBooks EXEAdapter Error:

There are several methods available through which you can easily rectify this problem. Just go through the below methods that help you in troubleshooting the problem.

The Framework.XML file is important to operate several applications such as QuickBooks. So, it requires be correcting or modifying before you start the installation process.

Method 1: Correcting Framework.XML file:

The resolution might vary depends on how the installation is happening either from the download or from a CD.

Framework modification while installing the software from the download:

  1. Initially, press Windows + R keys form your console
  2. And then a command prompt open
  3. Now, type %temp% in the open command prompt window
  4. And then hit the “Ok” button
  5. Next, when the temp file opens then select the folder consisting the QuickBooks edition name
  6. Finally, attempt to install the software.
  7. In case, you don’t find the temp folder then re-run the QB installer and hit the “Cancel” option once the welcome screen comes up,
  8. Now, try to open the QBOOKS folder
  9. Locate the folder “FRAMEWORK.XML
  10. And then select the “Rename” option by right-clicking on the same folder
  11. Next, change the name of FRAMEWORK.XML to FRAMEWORK.XML.OLD
  12. From the web browser and then download the new FRAMEWORK.XML file
  13. And then save the same on the QBOOKS folder
  14. Once you’re done with that then try to install QuickBooks again
  15. If you are not able to start the installation with the Setup.exe
  16. Then try to open the folder with the name QBOOKS by double-clicking on the QuickBooks.msi file.

Xml file modification while installing the software from CD:

  1. The very first, generate an installer copy on the Desktop
  2. Next, insert QB CD into your PC and open the disk
  3. Look for the same name folder what your QuickBooks version is
  4. And then perform the same steps 8 to 15 as mentioned above

Method 2: Fix common installation errors using the QBInstall tool: 

With the running of the QBInstall Diagnostic Tool, you can resolve the various issues or glitches. It helps in rectifying the issues with Windows components such as C++, MSXML, and Microsoft.NET Framework. It resolves QuickBooks EXEAdapter Error as well as other errors that arise during installation.

Connect with QuickBooks expertise:

So, the above methods help you to get rid of QuickBooks EXEAdapter error. In case, if none of the troubleshooting methods helped you in the error resolution then connect with QuickBooks technical support toll-free number +1-800-313-4856 or do a live chat with dedicated QuickBooks experts.

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