QuickBooks error 15241 is a series 15XXX error which is related to payroll updates. It can occur due to a damaged Microsoft Windows Installer or if the QuickBooks was not properly installed. It prevents users from updating their payroll. Misconfigured system settings or some irregular entries in the Windows registry can create this issue. Through this article, we will understand in detail the reasons causing QuickBooks error 15241 and also the methods to troubleshoot it.
If you are facing QuickBooks error 15241 or you need any help regarding QuickBooks then contact us at our (855)-526-5749.
Reasons causing QuickBooks error 15241
There are various reasons causing QuickBooks error 15241. They are as follows:
1. A malfunctioning of system function can cause this error.
2. Damaged installation or corrupt QuickBooks file can also cause this error.
3. Incorrect windows registry entry can be a reason for this error.
4. Any virus attacking the QuickBooks directory file can lead to this error.
Methods to resolve QuickBooks error
There are various methods to resolve QuickBooks error 15241. These methods depend on the reasons causing the error. These methods are as follows:
Method 1:
1. Go to the ‘My Computer’ icon on the desktop and right-click on it.
2. Click on the ‘manage’ option and then go to the ‘Services and Applications’ tab.
3. You have to reach ‘Intuit QuickBooks FCS’ and then click on the ‘Startup’ option, a drop-down menu will appear.
4. Select the ‘Manual’ option and then click on the ‘Apply’ button for the changes to take effect.
5. Now, click on the Start button and then press OK.
Method -2:
Another method to resolve QuickBooks error 15241 is by using the Payroll Update CD. The detailed steps for that are as follows:
1. Insert the Payroll Update CD and then open the ‘Get Payroll Updates’ window.
2. From the Payroll Update Disk, you have to select either update.dat or update3.dat and then click Open.
3. You have to click OK.
4. In the ‘Install Confirmation’ window, make sure that you are installing from the correct location and also check the tax table versions in the Current and New fields are also correct.
5. Click on the ‘Install’ button. Read the confirmation messages that appear on the screen and then press OK.
You should be able to troubleshoot QuickBooks error 15241 by following these steps. Through this article, we explained to you about the reasons causing QuickBooks error 15241 and also the methods to troubleshoot it. If you are still facing this error or you need help with anything related to QuickBooks then contact us at our (855)-526-5749.