QuickBooks is a kind of software used in both small and large businesses but there are few errors that can occur and stop the users from installing the software. QuickBooks error code 1618 is a type of error that occurs when installing Desktop QuickBooks and is responsible for various glitches. A complete guide to error code 1618 can be found in the product’s installation log file. Here, the causes and the remedies for fixing the error code 1618 are described in detail. Let us go through them step-by-step.
Causes of QuickBooks Error Code 1618
Here are a few reasons for QB error code 1618 and they are.
- The incomplete or corrupted installation files cause error 1618.
- There might be deletion of the program files and it leads to preventing the installation of the software.
- Users may face error code 1618, in case, there is a virus or malware infection.
- The corrupted Windows Registry can lead to error 1618.
How to fix QuickBooks Error Code 1618?
Here are some of the tips to troubleshoot the QB error code 1618 and they are discussed thoroughly for your easy understanding.
1: Use QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool
- Close the QuickBooks Desktop application, in case, it is open.
- QuickBooks Tool Hub File should now be downloaded from Intuit.
- The file QuickBooks ToolHub.exe needs to be opened and installed while following the on-screen instructions.
- Hit Agree to Terms and Conditions.
- The icon needs to be double-clicked on the desktop.
- Select installation issues from the Tool Hub.
- Click on QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool and perform the scan.
2: Windows Run Time Library can be reinstalled.
- As per the system specification, download 32bit/64bit Microsoft C++ Redistribute Package.
- The file ‘vcredit_X86.exe’ or ‘vcredit_X64.exe’ needs to be saved and to start the installation, click on it.
- The on-screen instructions need to be followed and to run it.
- QuickBooks Tool Hub will be opened again.
- Once the QB Tool Hub is opened, user will run the “Quick Fix My Program.”
3: Look for MSIEXEC.EXE in the background.
- By using CTRL+ALT+DELETE, open the task manager.
- The processes tab needs to be navigated and running processes will be sorted alphabetically.
- Select the process MSIEXEC.EXE and hit the end button.
- To confirm, click yes.
- Start the installation process once the task manager is closed.
4: Create Windows Registry backup
- Click on the start from the desktop window and then open Run.
- Type in “Regedit” once and press Enter.
- Now, choose QuickBooks Error 1618 entry in the Registry Editor, then click on the File Menu, then Export.
- In the Export Range, choose all the options.
- Now save the Windows Registry Backup.
- Delete the keys once the backup is completed.
- All the sub-keys will be deleted.
- Run QB and try to go for the update again.
5: Update Windows Installer
- Log in to your computer as admin.
- Once logged in, click on the My Computer icon.
- Browse C Drive and Windows Folder.
- The System 32 folder should be opened.
- Right-click on Exe file, then choose Properties, then the Version of the Windows Installer.
- Now, update Windows if the installer version is outdated.
QuickBooks Error Code 1618 hampers the installation of the QB program. But getting it fixed can be an easy job if you merely rely on the troubleshooting methods explained in this article. If you have any unresolved queries at your end, straightaway call us at 1-800-615-2347 and leave the rest on our experts.