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What are the Methods to Resolve 12XXX Series of Errors in QuickBooks Enterprise?

The 12XXX series of errors in QuickBooks Enterprise often occur during the process of updating or downloading payroll services. These errors can disrupt the workflow and may be linked to issues with internet connectivity, firewall settings, or other network-related problems. Here are some common methods to resolve the 12XXX series of errors:

1. Check Internet Connection Settings:

  • Ensure that your internet connection is stable and functioning correctly.
  • Verify that your internet connection is configured to use the correct Internet Explorer settings, as QuickBooks often relies on these settings.
  • Go to Internet Explorer > Tools > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings, and make sure "Automatically Detect Settings" is selected.

2. Configure Firewall and Security Settings:

  • Ensure that your firewall or antivirus software is not blocking QuickBooks from accessing the internet.
  • Add QuickBooks as an exception in your firewall settings.
  • You may need to configure your firewall or antivirus software to allow QuickBooks to connect to the internet.

3. Verify Security Certificates:

  • Ensure that your computer’s security certificates are up to date.
  • You can update or renew the security certificates through Internet Explorer by visiting trusted websites.

4. Reinstall QuickBooks in Selective Startup:

  • Sometimes, reinstalling QuickBooks in a selective startup mode can help resolve errors.
  • Open the Run window by pressing Windows + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
  • Select the "Selective startup" option and ensure that "Load system services" is checked.
  • After reinstalling QuickBooks, switch back to normal startup.

5. Reset QuickBooks Updates:

  • Reset QuickBooks updates to ensure that the update process starts fresh.
  • Go to Help > Update QuickBooks Desktop > Update Now.
  • Check the "Reset Update" checkbox and then click on "Get Updates."

6. Check and Reconfigure the SSL Settings:

  • Incorrect SSL settings can also cause 12XXX errors.
  • Open Internet Explorer > Tools > Internet Options > Advanced tab.
  • Ensure that both SSL 2.0 and SSL 3.0 options are checked.

7. Manually Download Updates:

  • If the error persists, try downloading the updates manually from the QuickBooks website.
  • Save the update file to your desktop, and then double-click it to install the update.

8. Verify Payroll Service Key:

  • If you are encountering a 12XXX error during payroll updates, ensure that your payroll service key is correctly entered in QuickBooks.
  • Go to Employees > My Payroll Service > Manage Service Key, and re-enter the key if necessary.9.

Contact QuickBooks Support:

  • If none of the above methods resolve the issue, contacting QuickBooks Support is recommended for more specialized assistance.

These methods should help in resolving the 12XXX series of errors in QuickBooks Enterprise.