There are times when while installing or running an update in QuickBooks application you might come across an error message “Error: There was a problem installing Microsoft Runtime Library (Error 1618)”. This error message indicates that you have encountered QuickBooks error 1618 that needs to be resolved immediately as the error will interrupt will all other features and functions of the application. Here in this article we have not only listed some of the most common cause of error 1618 in QuickBooks Desktop but also the solutions to resolve it in the shortest time possible. Keep reading the complete article for detailed troubleshooting instructions.
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Common Reasons that Prompts Error 1618 in QuickBooks Desktop
One of the most prominent reason for the occurrence of QuickBooks error 1618 is the MSIEXEC.EXE process running in the background of Windows. One less common reason is the issues with Microsoft Runtime Libraries installation. The issues with Microsoft components is one of the most common cause of errors in QuickBooks and Intuit being aware of this fact has developed QuickBooks Tool Hub which is an application that can be used to tackle most of the dreaded errors in QuickBooks. Now let’s jump to the troubleshooting of the error which is the primary focus of this blog.
Simple Method to Fix QuickBooks Desktop Error 1618
Method 1: Run Quick Fix My Program Tool from QuickBooks Tool Hub
- Download QuickBooks Tool Hub by visiting the official Intuit website.
- Go to the downloads of your computer and double click the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.
- Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation and run the tool from the Desktop of your computer using the program icon.
- If you can’t find the tool hub icon on your desktop, then manually search for it from the Windows Start menu.
- Accept the program’s terms and conditions and once it is up and running on the system, navigate to the Program Problems tab.
- Select Quick Fix My Program option and it will automatically repair the damage that is triggering issues installing and updating QuickBooks application.
Method 2: End MSIEXEC.EXE Process from the Task Manager
- Right click in the blank space in the taskbar at the bottom of your Windows and select Start Task Manager.
- Navigate to the Processes tab and search for MSIEXEC.EXE process.
- Once found, right click the process and click End Task.
- Try to use QuickBooks now and check if the error is now resolved.
In case, if the error is still not resolved running the Quick Fix My Program tool, then you can try reinstalling QuickBooks using QuickBooks Clean Install tool. For any help implementing the troubleshooting steps to fix QuickBooks error 1618 you can reach QuickBooks Support at direct support number (844)-932-1139.
