How to Fix QuickBooks Error 1712 [Installation Not Completed]?

 


If you are installing QuickBooks for the first time or updating it, you may encounter QuickBooks error 1712. This could be due to registry errors in your Windows system or other background processes that are interfering with the installation of QuickBooks. In case you have already encountered this error, this article will provide you with a detailed and step-by-step troubleshooting process to follow. You might see a similar pop-up message on your desktop screen when the error occurs:



A brief review of QuickBooks Error 1712

The QuickBooks Error 1712 is an installation error that happens when installing QuickBooks Desktop on Windows computers. At the time this error occurs, the installation process abruptly stops and displays an error message. The error message says "We're sorry! Something went wrong with your installation- Error 1712." It also indicates that one or more files required to restore the computer to its previous state are missing. As a result, restoration will not be possible.

 

What Causes QuickBooks Error Code 1712?

Possible causes behind to this error might be as:

●        If you have an existing version of QuickBooks installed on your computer, it might interfere with the installation of any new version of QuickBooks, resulting in Error 1712.

●        Registry errors on your Windows operating system could be a potential cause of such error.

●        When installing QuickBooks desktop, ensure that the user account you are logged into on Windows has administrative privileges, as the installation requires these rights. If the account doesn't have administrative rights, it may cause error message 1712.

●        If you haven't installed the latest Windows updates, QuickBooks installation might run into issues that lead to such error. It's important to ensure that your operating system is up-to-date before installing QuickBooks.

 

DIY Methods to Rectify QuickBooks Error Code 1712

To resolve this error, you can try some of the following troubleshooting steps:

Method 1: Exit all the background running processes

●        Start by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously.

●        This will open a window where you need to select the Task Manager option.

●        The Task Manager window will appear on the screen.

●        Navigate to the Processes tab.



●        Right-click on the QuickBooks process and select it.

●        Click on the End process button located at the bottom of the Task Manager window.

●        Restart your system to save the changes and refresh it.

 

Method 2: Install QuickBooks Install Diagnostic tool

●        Download QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool and install it in your system.

●        Close all other programs running on your system.

●        Open the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool.



●        Select "I am having problems installing QuickBooks" and click on OK.

●        Restart your system to save the changes.

 

Method 3: Change the Data Path of the App in The Registry

●        Click on the Start menu button.

●        Type "regedit.exe" in the search box and press Enter.

●        Look for the path HKEY_CURRENT_USERoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerUser Shell Folders.



●        Double-click on the app data entry.

●        Replace the original value with the local profile path.

●        Restart your system and check QuickBooks to ensure such error is resolved.

 

Method 4: Install QuickBooks Desktop Again

●        Download QuickBooks Desktop software from a reliable source.

●        Locate the installation file in the Downloads folder of your system.

●        Double-click on the installation file to start the installation process.



●        Follow the on-screen instructions provided to you.

●        Keep clicking on the Next button until you reach the Finish button.

●        Once the installation is completed, you can open QuickBooks and check for the error.

 

Winding Up!

Now, this blog has come to an end. If the QuickBooks error code 1712 still persists, then reach out to our QuickBooks Installation Error Support Helpdesk at 1-800-615-2347 for assistance in resolving the issue.

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