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How to fix QuickBooks error code 1612?

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Lillian Martin
How to fix QuickBooks error code 1612?

Facing QuickBooks error code 1612? Well, this error is often caused due to .msi file (windows installer database file) being missing or deleted from the Installer Cache of windows under %windir%\installer. When any program is installed in the system by employing the Windows Installer original .msi file’s stripped version is loaded under the cache part of Windows Installer. And when the user tries to uninstall or reinstall the QuickBooks software, the program extracts the required information from this source file only which invariably triggers the issue if the file goes missing. The user can experience such an error due to certain reasons, which we will be elaborating on later in this post. To know more, make sure to read this post till the end. Or connect with our tech support team at 1-888-351-0999 - and we will provide you with instant support services.

 

What causes QuickBooks error code 1612?

The below factors can trigger such an error in QuickBooks. Let us have a look:

•        The user can experience this issue in case the installation of QuickBooks is damaged or corrupted

•        Another reason can be invalid or unauthorized files under Windows registry.

•        Malicious attack of virus on the system can also trigger this issue 

•        If there occurs an incomplete shutdown of the computer system.

•        Deleting required files from the system by mistake can also cause this error


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Quick fixes to the error


Working on the missing components of the windows operating system can fix this issue up to a certain extent. This can be done by removing the latest version of VIPRE installed by running the Microsoft Fix It tool through the link given below:


•        After the tool is loaded, the user can click on the button labeled Run now 

•        Now, click on the Accept tab.

•        The tool will scan the whole system for any issues related to Windows Install and Uninstall.

•        Once done with that click on the option stating Detect problems and let me select the fixes to apply

•        Also, click on Uninstalling tab, followed by the VIPRE option from the loaded list, and then on the Next tab.

•        Once done with that click on the yes tab and also the try Uninstall option. 

•        Also, go for all the related issues from the list and then click on the Next tab.

•        The last step is to choose the appropriate option from the list of Feedback followed by Next and then Close tab.


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Now that you know the steps to be performed to eliminate this issue in QuickBooks, it is time to carry out the steps and try fixing the issue. However, if there is any query or if the user continues to face a similar issue, then contact our QuickBooks error support team at 1-888-351-0999  is recommended. We are a team of certified QuickBooks professionals who work round the clock in providing instant support services. 

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