QuickBooks 12000 series errors are related to Web connectivity issues. It is prevalent in QuickBooks Desktop running on the Windows Operating system. QuickBooks error 12157 is a similar error that occurs with the Microsoft Win32 Internet also known as Wininet API. This component facilitates the applications to reach different internet protocols including FTP, HTTP, etc. This error blocks the internet connectivity of the application causing to suspend all your tasks and thus requires to be resolved immediately. We will go through the reasons that cause this error and the methods that can be applied to get rid of this error in this article.
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What can cause the QuickBooks network connectivity error 12157
QuickBooks network connectivity error 12157 affects the internet connectivity to your applications and thus prevents you from performing your task but there are various reasons that can prompt the error. They are as follows:
1. A malware or virus attack on the PC can result in the error.
2. If the application is not updated for a long time then it can lead to various issues including the QuickBooks error 12157.
3. The internet security program of your computer can result in blocking some components as a threat leading up to this error.
Now that we are aware of the various reasons that can cause the error, let us try to understand the various methods to be applied if we ever come across this error.
Modify the network settings to resolve the QuickBooks error message 12157
Follow these steps to modify the network connectivity settings so that the QuickBooks error message 12157 can be resolved.
1. Open the application on your PC.
2. Reach the ‘Assist’ menu and then click on ‘Fix the internet connection’.
3. Go to the ‘Connection settings’.
4. Modify the ‘Advanced’ settings to resolve the error.
Besides these steps, make sure to update your application and payroll services to avoid the error. Also, correct the set Date and time of your computer as the incorrect date and time settings will not allow the PC to establish smooth internet connectivity. The troubleshooting method that appears with the error message can also be used to troubleshoot the error.
Through this article, we discussed the reasons that can cause QuickBooks error 12157 and the methods to be applied to resolve it. If you are still struggling with the error and you need an expert’s help then call us at our (855)-526-5749.