QuickBooks Error Code 1904 - Ways to Fix the Error

Are you feeling tired due to the repeated occurrence of the QuickBooks Error code 1904, and are you looking for measures to fix the same? There is no need to worry as it is a common error encountered by many QuickBooks users and requires adherence to the troubleshooting methods encapsulated in this article. So, make sure to read this piece of writing till the very end.

When the user installs QuickBooks after updating the operating system, there is a chance that Error 1904 may show up. So, the error typically occurs while installing the QuickBooks desktop. The main cause behind the error is the bypassing of the system reboot after the completion of the update. In case some of the essential QuickBooks or Windows-related files and components are broken, the error 1904 may show up. This article shall apprise you of the common causes behind the QuickBooks error code 1904 and the various simple yet effective avenues of rectifying the error.

 

Factors that lead to the QuickBooks Error 1904

This section provides a rundown of the principal reasons behind the occurrence of the QuickBooks Error Code 1904. You must be familiar with each one in order to implement the relevant method to rectify a specific cause inciting this error. The various factors include:

•           Missing or damaged Microsoft components, such as MSXML, Microsoft C++, and Microsoft.NET Framework, can cause the error 1904.

•           Some damage caused to the internal system programs.

•           Your Windows or QuickBooks desktop is not up to date.

•           The Windows Installer may be damaged.

•           The system's hard drive may be experiencing certain problems. It indirectly instigates the error code 1904 in QuickBooks.

 

Ways to resolve the QuickBooks Error 1904

First, make sure you are logged in as an administrator account to fix problem code 1904. Next, carefully and attentively follow the instructions below:

Solution 1: Use the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool

QuickBooks install diagnostic tool offers a wide range of assorted benefits. It has the capacity to tackle a plethora of installation related issues in QuickBooks. Using the tool may help fix the QuickBooks Error code 1904. Follow the directions in the couple of steps listed below to use the tool.

 

Step 1: Run QuickBooks Tool Hub

The QuickBooks Tool Hub contains comprehensive tools and utilities to fix innumerable QuickBooks errors. Follow the steps below:

•           Download the QuickBooks Tool Hub.

•           Save the QuickBooks Tool Hub to a convenient location after downloading it.

•           Open the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file that was downloaded earlier from the stored location.

•           Accept the terms and conditions and adhere to the on-screen instructions.

 

Step 2: Run the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic

•           To open the Tool Hub, double-click on its icon.

•           Hit on the 'Installation Issues' tab.

•           To address the typical installation issues, hit on the 'QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool.'

•           The diagnosis process may take some time.

•           Wait for the diagnosis procedure to finish. Afterward, restart your system.

•           Open QuickBooks after the PC restarts.

•           Try updating the QuickBooks after you're finished to see if the QuickBooks issue 1904 got fixed. If not, try the following solution.

 

Solution 2: Fixation of Damaged Windows Components

The smooth installation of the QuickBooks application depends on Windows components like the.NET Framework or MSXML. It's possible that you won't be able to install the application if these components are destroyed. To fix installation error 1904:

Step 1: Repair the .NET Framework.

If there is a problem with your Microsoft.NET framework, you can repair it through the 'Control panel.' Head to the 'Programs and features' tab and then repair the '.Net Framework' after choosing it from the list of installed programs.

 

Step 2: Register the MSXML.dll

For 64 Bit OS

•           Hit on the 'start' menu and type 'CMD' in the 'search' box.

•           Afterward, right-click the 'CMD' icon and choose the 'Run as Administrator’ option.

•           To access the root directory C: type 'Cd' in the Command Prompt window that shows up on the screen.

•           After that, type 'CD windows/ syswow64 /' and hit on the 'Enter' key. Once you navigate to the syswow64, type in 'regsvr32 MSXML6.dll' and again hit the 'Enter' key.

•           Finally, retry installing QuickBooks and check if the error perished.

 

For 32 Bit OS

•           To launch the 'Run' command window, hit the 'Win+ R' keys simultaneously, followed by hitting the 'Enter' key.

•           Subsequently, type 'cmd' into the text box and hit the 'Enter' key.

•           Type 'regsvr32 MSXML6.dll' and hit the 'Enter' key to proceed ahead.

•           After fixing the Windows components, attempt the next method of error correction if the error 1904 still exists.

 

Solution 3: Install the Adobe Flash Player again

The instructions listed below should be followed to uninstall and then reinstall Adobe Flash Player:

•           Now, type 'Control Panel' into the 'Start' menu and launch it.

•           The next step is to proceed to 'Programs and Features.'

•           Subsequently, choose Adobe Flash Player ActiveX from the list of programs, followed by hitting on 'Uninstall.'

•           To finish the uninstall procedure, adhere to the on-screen directions.

•           Upon completion of the uninstall process, download and reinstall Adobe Flash Player.

•           Check if the error code 1904 got fixed.

 

Solution 4: Add QuickBooks as an exception in the Bitdefender

The QuickBooks error code 1904 might be brought on by Bitdefender interfering with the installation of QuickBooks. You can resolve this issue by including QuickBooks on the Bitdefender's exclusion list:

•           If you are using a 32-bit Windows OS: you need to add 'C:\Program Files\Common Files' to the list of exclusions.

•           On the contrary, if you are using a 64-bit Windows OS: you are required to add 'C:\Program Files\Intuit (C:\Program Files(x86)\Intuit)' as an exclusion.

•           If the solution doesn't rectify the error 1904, try performing the next troubleshooting solution.

 

Solution 5: Alter the user permissions in security settings

To alter the settings, you must access the system through the Windows administrator mode. Follow the directions provided below to get rid of the QuickBooks Desktop Error 1904:

•           Hit the 'Start' menu and type 'command.'

•           To launch the command prompt in administrator mode, right-click on it and choose the 'Run as Administrator’ option.

•           In the command prompt window, type net user administrator /active: yes and hit the 'Enter' key.

•           Sign out of the current Windows user account before closing the command window.

•           Opt for the administrator account and sign in next. If you have any login information, insert it here; if not, leave it blank.

•           You are now required to launch the 'File Explorer' by hitting the 'Win + E' keys together.

•           Search for the 'C:/Program Files/Common Files' in the file explorer after opening it.

•           Choose 'properties' after right-clicking on the 'common files' folder.

•           Navigate to the 'Security' tab, followed by hitting on the 'modify' option.

•           Hit on 'continue' to proceed ahead.

•           From the 'Group or user names,' choose 'Users.'

•           You are now required to mark a check on the following permissions 'modify,' 'read and execute,' 'list folder contents, 'read,' and 'write' in the 'permissions for users' section.

•           To conclude, hit on 'Apply,' followed by choosing 'OK' to confirm your changes.

•           Afterward, reinstall QuickBooks on your PC and check if the error 1904 got rectified.

 

Solution 6: Update the O/S

Updating the operating system can go a long way towards rectifying the Error Code 1904 in your system. Upgrading to the latest version has various benefits, which also include the newly evolved tools and features to eradicate any bugs and technical intricacies in your PC. As such, updating the O/S is essential.

For Windows 10

•           Hit on the Windows 'start' menu.

•           Proceed to 'Update and security.'

•           Afterward, choose the 'Windows Update' tab under 'Update and Security.'

•           To begin the update process, hit on 'Check for Updates.'

•           It will recover all choices if there is a new update.

•           Choose all the relevant and important updates and hit on 'Update' to start downloading the updates.

•           Restart the computer after the updates are downloaded.

•           After successful installation of the updates, launch the QuickBooks software and check if the Error Code 1904 got rooted out.

 

For Windows 8.1

•           Hover the mouse to the rightmost portion of the Windows screen and hit on 'Settings.' Afterward, choose the 'Change PC settings’ option.

•           Subsequently, hit on 'Update & Recovery,' followed by choosing the 'Windows Update' option.

•           Afterward, hit on the 'Check now' option.

•           If the update was successfully fetched, you are required to choose the 'View details' option to continue.

•           You can find a variety of update options along with their download sizes in the 'List of updates.'

•           Restart your computer after the installation is done, then log in to QuickBooks and see if the error still troubles you.

 

This article is a well-planned effort of our technical experts to assist you in troubleshooting the Error Code 1904 in the QuickBooks software. If you are still facing issues due to this error, you can call our QuickBooks error support team through the helpline 1-800-761-1787. Another alternative way to reach us is through the Live Chat option, available on the website itself.