Are you stuck on QuickBooks update error 1642 and looking for ways to fix it? Well, you have come to the right place. This is a common installation error for QuickBooks POS (Point of Sale) and appears during installation. The error message for this error states: “Error 1642: This error occurred when installing QuickBooks installed the Microsoft .Net Framework.” It simply means that the installer is not able to install the update (patch). And this error occurs because of problems in the installer file or the update file you are trying to use.
The blog here will help you find out the causes, symptoms, and solutions for this Qbi POS installer error 1642. Read the complete article and use the methods given below to resolve the error.
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What Causes QuickBooks Update Error 1642?
Installation errors like error code 1642 mostly appear due to flaws in Microsoft Windows components like .NET Framework. While some can be triggered due to missing installation files. Other reasons are given below:
- Your Windows installation file may be damaged.
- You may also encounter QuickBooks Desktop POS error code 1642 if you have a faulty installation of the QB application.
- The configuration source you are using is damaged or corrupted.
- Your system is infected with malware or virus infection.
- The system firewall might be blocking the QuickBooks app update process.
- You do not have the proper permissions on Windows to update applications on the system.
How to Identify QuickBooks Update Error 1642?
Here we have listed some pointers that you can use to identify error code 1642. So, have a look at them:
- You will get the error message for QuickBooks error code 1642 repeatedly on your screen.
- Your system will respond very slowly to keyboard and mouse inputs.
- Your QuickBooks crashes or crashes when you try to open data files on the system.
- You will not be able to start or complete the QuickBooks Desktop update.
- You will not be able to open QuickBooks files on the system.
Ways to Fix QuickBooks Error Code 1642?
Once you know the reasons for the occurrence of error code 1642, now you can find out all the ways that can fix it. Apply them one by one and fix your system error completely.
Method 1: Enable Antivirus Application on the System
If antivirus apps are causing problems, you can temporarily disable them. Below are the steps to disable these apps:
- Start the process by pressing the Start icon on the screen or the Windows button on the keyboard.
- Then, from the displayed menu, choose the Settings option. Then tap on the Update & Security option.
- After that find the Windows Security option and click on it.
- Now look for the Real-time protection option under this option.
- Click on it and disable it.
- Once you disable it, you can run scheduled scans on the system. Furthermore, it will stop the process of scanning files that you will now install or download on the system.
Method 2: Repair and Reinstall the Microsoft .Net Framework on the System
This post-1642 error code problem usually comes from a damaged Microsoft.net framework, so fix it and reinstall it on your system to get rid of the error. You can also use QuickBooks Database Server Manager to resolve the .NET Framework issue. Here are other steps to follow to repair the frame:
Step 1: Use the QuickBooks Installation Diagnostic Tool from the QB Tool Hub
For the best experience, we recommend downloading and installing QuickBooks Tools Platform with Windows 10, 64-bit. You can then use the diagnostic tool as follows.
- First, you must close any open windows for QuickBooks.
- Next, download the latest version (1.5.0.0) of the QuickBooks Tool Hub app. And then, save the file someplace you can easily find it later.
- Next, open the downloaded QuickBooksToolHub.exe file.
- Now you need to follow the on-screen instructions to install the app and agree to all the terms and conditions.
- Then, when the installation is complete, double-click on it and launch the Tool Hub app from its icon on the desktop.
- Now in the Tool Hub app select the Installation Issues tab.
- At the bottom, choose QuickBooks Installation Diagnostic Tool.
- Now you have to close all programs and double-click on QBIInstall_tool_v2.exe and run it.
- It will take approximately 20 minutes for the tool to run and complete the diagnostic process. So be patient.
- After the diagnostic process is complete, reboot the system and make sure all components have been updated to the new version.
Step 2: Update Windows OS
After completing the above step, you should have the latest updates for the Windows operating system. The steps are as follows:
- Press the Windows key on the keyboard.
- Then type Windows update in the given search bar.
- Next, click on search for updates and then proceed to download the required updates.
Method 3: Reinstall QuickBooks for the Microsoft .NET Framework
Another way to fix error 1642 is to reinstall the QuickBooks application for the Microsoft .NET Framework. Remember that you should choose this particular method only when this QuickBooks installation error 1642 occurs while updating the QuickBooks software. Below is the complete procedure to uninstall and rename the folder:
Step 1: Uninstall QuickBooks Desktop
Follow the steps below to uninstall QB Desktop:
- First of all, you need to press the Windows and R keys and run the Run command on the screen.
- After that find Control Panel in Options and open it.
- Now choose the Programs and Features option.
- Then choose the QuickBooks option and click on the Uninstall/Change tab.
- Now, for the last step, you need to follow the on-screen instructions and complete the uninstallation of QuickBooks.
Step 2: Rename the Installation Folder
Here, you can directly use the QuickBooks Clean Install Tool to rename the installation folder instead of doing it manually.
Step 3: Reinstall the QuickBooks App
For this step, you need to download QuickBooks Desktop from an official source and install it on your system.
Method 4: Run File Doctor Tool to Fix Error Code 1642
The QuickBooks File Doctor tool can help you get rid of company file problems in QB that may be triggering the QB Pos 1642 install error. This tool is available on the Intuit official website or can be accessed directly through the QuickBooks Tools Hub.
- First, close all QB application windows running on the system.
- Next, open a web browser on the system and open the official QuickBooks website.
- Then, from the website, download the QuickBooks File Doctor tool.
- After that tap on the downloaded file and start installing the app.
- When you get the license prompt on the screen, hit the Accept button. When you’re done, follow the on-screen prompts and finish installing the app.
- If the tool does not start automatically, start it on the system.
- You will now need to use the Browse button to select your company file if you cannot find it directly.
- Then tap on the Check file damage only option.
- Here you will have two options on the screen in front of you. Click on the first option to get rid of 6000 Series Error 6000 95, 6000 80, 6000 77 issues. And click on the second option to fix H series error code H202, and H505.
- Then you have to choose the option according to the system you are using.
- After that click on the scan option and start the process.
- Once the scan is complete, double-check if the error still occurs.
Conclusion
I hope the above article has simplified the process of fixing QuickBooks update error 1642 for you. However, keep in mind that you may also encounter similar errors like error codes 1601 and 1603 when troubleshooting this issue.
So, in such a case, we recommend that you connect with our experts at Data Service Solutions for a solution. Call us toll-free at +1 800-213-6058 to speak with our experts.