Error 1402 in QuickBooks typically arises during work, installation, or the opening of QuickBooks desktop with the company file. It can occur while using corrupted QuickBooks payroll accounting software on either Windows or Apple Mac OS X operating systems. Similarly, this issue may surface when the software requires a component to function, but it’s inaccessible due to damaged Windows files. If encountering difficulties during QuickBooks Desktop installation or after its installation, we’re here to assist you. Follow the steps below to resolve this error. However, if you need our guidance at any point in time, then in that case, feel free to connect with our technical team at +1-800-360-4183, and we will provide you with immediate support and guidance.

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What leads to QuickBooks error 1402?

Several factors can contribute to QuickBooks Installation Error 1402. Let’s explore some of them:

  1. QuickBooks installation becoming corrupted on the system.
  2. The CD used for installation may be malfunctioning.
  3. Improper installation of the software.
  4. Microsoft Windows being outdated can also trigger this error.

Steps to fix QuickBooks error 1402

To get rid of this particular error, you can try to utilize the Install Diagnostic Tool from the Tool Hub.

Step 1: Obtain the QuickBooks Tool Hub

The QuickBooks Tool Hub is designed to rectify common errors. For optimal performance, it is recommended to use the Tool Hub on Windows 10, 64-bit.

  1. Close QuickBooks.
  2. Download the latest version (1.4.0.0) of the QuickBooks Tool Hub. Save the file in an easily accessible location, such as your Downloads folder or Windows desktop.

Note: If you’ve previously installed Tool Hub, you can check the version by selecting the Home tab. The version will be displayed on the bottom right, or you can select about to view it.

  1. Open the downloaded file (QuickBooksToolHub.exe).
  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the tool and agree to the terms and conditions.
  3. After the installation completes, double-click the icon on your Windows desktop to launch the tool hub.

Note: If you can’t locate the icon, perform a search in Windows for QuickBooks Tool Hub and select the program.

Step 2: Employ the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool

  1. Open the QuickBooks Tool Hub.
  2. In the tool hub, navigate to Installation Issues.
  3. Select QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool and allow the tool to run. This process may take up to 20 minutes.
  4. Upon completion, restart your computer.

Conclusion!

By the end of this segment, we hope that the information shared in above might be of some help in getting rid of QuickBooks error 1402. Just in case you have any queries, or if you need any sort of technical guidance in getting rid of QuickBooks errors, then feel free to ring us our technical support team at +1-800-360-4183, and our certified QuickBooks Proadvisors will provide you with instant support services.