Quickbooks Error 15271- Troubleshooting Methods

QuickBooks provides a variety of characteristics to its users to make their experience much smoother with the accounting software. QuickBooks provides wits users with a payroll feature to help them to create and manage payroll without any errors. Though it is a very helpful feature provided by the QuickBooks software, with this feature, users can face some of the errors. QuickBooks Error 15271 is also an update error that we are going to talk about.

A user can face this payroll error when he is trying to access the payroll, update the payroll or trying to update the tax tables. Quickbooks error 15271 always comes with a message that the file is not validated. You can also encounter this error when you are attempting to update the Windows software. This can be a critical error that can disrupt the smooth working of the Quickbooks software and hence, it needs to be fixed soon.

We have mentioned different methods in detail that you can use to fix the QuickBooks 15271 error. 

What Is QuickBooks Error 15271?

QuickBooks error 15271 generally occurs when you are trying to open a company file. The two main reasons for this issue can be:

1. The update has not been completed.
2. The file cannot be validated. 

In order to fix this issue, you can try things like updating QuickBooks payroll, updating your Windows, restarting your computer or PC, or connecting to a better internet connection. If none of this works then the final solution is to perform a clean install of QuickBooks Desktop on your PC. 

Possible Causes of the QuickBooks 15271 Error

• The most common reason for the occurrence of the QuickBooks 15271 error is that the QuickBooks software installation file is corrupted or not installed properly.
• There are chances that when you have changed any software associated with the Quickbooks pro, the registry file of your windows got damaged.
• Your system is highly infected by the virus. 
• There is a chance that your files related to the Quickbooks software are being detected by other operating programs in your system.
• The important files that you need to operate the Quickbooks software on your system are damaged.
• If you have not configured the internet settings correctly on your system.

Steps to Create a Backup of Your File

Before resolving Quickbooks error 15271, it is necessary to create a backup of the file to make sure that you do not lose any data. Follow the steps mentioned to create the backup of the file.

• The very first step is to open the QuickBooks software.
• Then you will have to go to the File option.
• Next, you will have to create a backup of your file by clicking on the option to create a backup and then select the option to create backup locally.
• After this, you will be able to see certain instructions on your screen, you need to follow all those instructions and create the backup.

Methods to Troubleshoot QuickBooks 15271 Error

Here is a list of all the methods that you can use to fix the QuickBooks 15271 error. All the methods are mentioned in detail. Read the steps carefully to avoid any QuickBooks errors.

Method 1: Disable User Account Control

The very first method is to disable the user account control. Steps involved in the process are mentioned for Windows Vista and Windows 7 and above. Follow the steps respectively:

If You are Windows 7 and Above User

• You need to go to the control panel on your system.
• Now, you will have to find the user account control option and click on it. You can also find it by typing UAC in the search space.
• Now, you will have to turn off the UAC and then click on Ok to save it.
• Once done, you will have to restart your computer.
• After this, you will again have to go to UAC and turn it on.

If You are Windows Vista User

• You need to go to the control panel on your system by clicking the windows icon.
• After this, you will have to type UAC in the search space and find it.
• Next, you will have to turn it off.
• Next, you will also have to mark the option for clear use account and then click on the Ok button.
• Lastly, you will have to restart your system.

Method 2: Update QuickBooks

The next recommended solution is to update your QuickBooks software. Follow the mentioned steps.

• First, you will have to start your QuickBooks application and then go to the help option.
• Now, you will have to click on the update option and then choose to update Quickbooks.
• After this, you will have to go to the get update option and then you will have to click on it. 
• When it will be updated, a prompt will appear. You will have to click on that prompt.
• After that, you will have to click on the install option and wait until the installation process completes.
• After this, you will have to start your system again.

Method 3: Install QuickBooks Again

The next suggested method is to perform a clean install of the QuickBooks application on your system. Follow the steps mentioned:

• You will need to press the Windows key and the R key together and then type misconfig in the run prompt and press enter key.
• Next, you will have to choose the option for selective startup and then go to the system services.
• You are required to hide all the Microsoft services except the windows installer.
• Click on the option to restart using the system configuration.
• Once the boot is completed, you will have to restart your system.

Method 4: Running Windows system file checker (SFC/Scannow)

The System File Checker (SFC) can assist in fixing corrupted system files and error 15271 on your Windows computer. Here is a thorough, step-by-step tutorial:

1. Launch the Windows Terminal in administrator mode

• Select the Start menu by clicking.
• In the search bar, type Terminal.
• From the list of search results, right-click the Windows Terminal.
• Choose “Run as administrator.”

2. Launch the SFC Scan

• Enter the command “sfc /scannow” in the Windows Terminal window.
• Hit Enter.

3. Let the scan to finish

• The System File Checker will scan all protected system files.
• This process could take a while, so be sure it doesn’t stop.

4. Examine the scan’s results

One of the subsequent notifications will appear after the scan is complete:

• Windows Resource Protection detected no integrity problems.
• Corrupt files were discovered and successfully fixed by Windows Resource Protection.
• Windows Resource Protection found some corrupt files but could not resolve them.

5. Act Suitably in Light of the Results

• Your system files are undamaged if no integrity violations are discovered.
• Check whether error 15271 still occurs after restarting your computer after fixing corrupt files.
• If specific files cannot be fixed, consider performing the SFC scan in Safe Mode or using the Deployment Imaging Service & Management Tool (DISM) for additional repair.

Read More: How to make and delete budget in QuickBooks

Method 5: Re-installing payroll tax table updates

Usually occurring during software updates or payroll, QuickBooks error 15271 is accompanied by notifications such as “The payroll update failed to finish successfully.” It is impossible to validate a file. To fix this problem, take the specific actions listed below:

Step 1: Download or get the most recent version of the payroll tax table

• Launch QuickBooks Desktop.
• Select Get Payroll Updates under Employees.
• Click “Download Complete Update.”
• After selecting “Download Latest Update,” watch for the process to finish.

Step 2: Install payroll tax table updates manually (If Necessary)

You can manually install updates if the automatic method doesn’t work:

• Visit the Intuit Payroll Update website to download the most recent tax table update.
• Shut down QuickBooks.
• Launch the downloaded file & adhere to the prompts displayed on the screen.
• After installing QuickBooks, restart it.

Step 3: Confirm the Update of the Payroll Tax Table

• Launch & download QuickBooks Desktop.
• To access the Product Information window, press F2.
• Under the Licensing area, look for the Payroll Tax Table version.
• Ensure it corresponds to the most recent version on the Intuit website.

Step 4: Restart Payroll Processing and QuickBooks

To ensure everything is operating correctly, restart QuickBooks after the deployment update and attempt to process payroll.

Method 6: Run the QuickBooks install diagnostic tool

When a file won’t be validated, QuickBooks error 15271 usually occurs during payroll changes or software installation. The purpose of the QB install diagnostic tool is to find and fix problems with the Microsoft components on which QuickBooks depends. This utility can assist in resolving error 15271. Here is a thorough, step-by-step tutorial:

Step 1: Get the QuickBooks tool hub

• Shut down QuickBooks: Make sure QuickBooks is not operating.
• Download: Get the most recent version of the QuickBooks tool hub by going to the official Intuit website.
• Save the document: QuickBooksToolHub.exe can be downloaded and saved to a convenient area like your desktop.

Step 2: Set up the QuickBooks tool hub

• Get the installer open: To begin installing QuickBooksToolHub.exe, double-click on it.
• Assign Tasks: By accepting the terms and conditions, adhere to the on-screen directions.
• Finishing the Installation: Access Tool Hub by double-clicking its desktop icon after installation.

Step 3: Launch the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Utility

• Gain access to installation issues: Navigate to the “Installation Issues” tab in the QuickBooks Tool Hub.
• Launch the diagnostic tool: Click on it to install the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool.
• Start the tool: The tool will begin autonomously identifying and fixing problems. This procedure may take up to 20 minutes.
• Restart your system: After running the utility, restart your computer to ensure all components are correctly updated.

Conclusion

We have mentioned all the possible solutions to fix the QuickBooks 15271 error in detail. In case even after carrying out the process mentioned in the article you still face the same error, you can reach our QuickBooks support team. Our experts will be available to assist you with the issues that you are facing.

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