Causes of QuickBooks
payroll update not
working and usable fixes
QuickBooks payroll update not working
Small and medium-sized businesses over the world can easily
keep track of their employee data and their salaries using the
payroll service offered by QuickBooks. The service also helps in
tax calculation, but the software sometimes struggles to update
the payroll service. QuickBooks payroll update not working is
a majorly reported issue by users. So, we decided to create a
blog explaining why it happens and the actions that can be taken
to confront the issue. If you also run into this error on your QBDT,
keep reading to know more!
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Reasons
QBDT sometimes faces problems downloading the payroll updates or
installing the update package from your system. The following reasons are
majorly responsible for your payroll update not working on your QBDT•Your QBDT’s version is outdated and creates issues while processing the
update package.
•QuickBooks data has been hit by a virus attack or data corruption, which
damaged crucial program files or the update package on your system.
•The payroll update package is damaged due to a faulty download and
cannot be used by QBDT.
Solutions
You won’t be able to install the payroll update and sync your QBDT with the
latest tax table until you resolve this issue. The following methods are
helpful in eliminating the payroll issue from your system-
Solution 1- Use the Verify-Rebuild utility to repair the damaged/corrupt
QB program files
Payroll update fails to work on your PC if it gets corrupted due to data loss during the
download or some program files required for the update get damaged. Intuit offers a
verify-rebuild utility inbuilt in the software to tackle situations like damaged data or
program files. In this case, you can use the utility to fix the files and prevent issues
from developing during the update. Run the utility using the steps given below1.Open your QuickBooks and go to the File menu at the top.
2.Select Utilities in the options list and click Rebuild Data.
3.The software will cast a dialogue box, prompting you to create a full data backup
before proceeding. Do as per your requirement and wait until the rebuilding is
complete.
4.Approach the Utilities option in the File menu again and click Verify Data.
5.Let the process complete and tap Rebuild Now if you see ‘Your data has lost integrity’
message appears.
6.Try installing the payroll update again.
If the mistake occurs again, proceed to the next solution.
Solution 2- Download the latest tax table updates for your QBDT
This payroll issue can also arise if the payroll package gets damaged during the
download due to a poor connection. You must ensure your system has a healthy
network connection the next time you download the updates. This includes restarting
your internet router or upgrading it if necessary. Follow these steps afterward1.Open your QBDT and go to the Employees menu.
2.Select Get Payroll Updates and click Download Entire Update after checking your tax
table version.
3.Click the Update option and wait until you are notified that the update has been
downloaded.
Conclusion
After reading the blog, you know why is QuickBooks payroll update not
working on your system. We also included some effective methods in the
blog which can be used to rectify the issue and install the payroll updates
successfully.
Speak to a QB professional at 1.855.738.2784 if you run into any
issues while using the techniques.