Looking to resolve QuickBooks error 1406? Well, you are in the right place to fix it. This error can occur during the quick look installation or update process. The main cause is the third-party program running behind the screen. Due to this error user is unable to complete his or her task on QuickBooks.

These issues are annoying to anyone and disturb their work routine. But you don’t need to worry! With this article, we will assist you in overcoming this QuickBooks error 1406. Before finding the solutions to the problem, let us know the root causes!

What are the causes for the QuickBooks error 1406?

The below factors can be responsible for the QuickBooks Error code 1406. Let's have a look!

• The error might appear when there is not enough space to download the software
• If there is a third-party program running in the system. For example, Microsoft .NET Framework, MSXML, and C++.
• In some cases, users might delete the QuickBooks company-related files from the computer. This can cause error 1406.
• Another cause for this QuickBooks error is a corrupted Windows installer on your PC or laptop.
• If multiple users try to install the QuickBooks at the same time on the same PC.
• QB error can occur if the user hasn’t logged in to the system as an admin.

Methods to Troubleshoot the QuickBooks error 1406

The QuickBooks error code 1406 can be fixed permanently by a few of the acceptable solutions. Once you rectify the error, the user can get error-free access to the QuickBooks software and continue the working procedures conveniently. Let us hop on to the effective solutions one by one.

Disable Antivirus software temporarily

Antivirus software updates can be hindering QuickBooks. This might result in the QuickBooks error 1406. So, you have to turn off the antivirus software by below the instructions.

• Click the right antivirus icon, which is on the bottom right corner of the taskbar.
• Next, select the turn-off/disable option.
• And restart the computer, check for error once again by running the software. If still error appears, then look for other given solutions from here.

Take help of QuickBooks Diagnostic Tool

QuickBooks software contains error trouble shooting tools. One of them is QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool. Follow the below method to run the tool and troubleshoot QuickBooks error 1406.

• First install the QuickBooks tool hub on your computer. You can explore it in the official Intuit Website.
• Once done open the QuickBooks tool hub and scroll to the Program Problems tab.
• From here run the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool. The tool starts to scan and rectify the error.
• User should wait till it completes process and once it done, don’t forget to restart the computer.
• Once again open the QuickBooks accounting software and check whether you are getting error messages or not. If you are getting the same issue, try for the next troubleshooting technique.

Repair the Windows registry damage

You can get rid of the QuickBooks error 1406 by repairing corrupted windows registry. Just follow the below steps.

• Hit on the Win + R keys to reflect the Run Window.
• Type in ‘’Regedit’’ within the Run box and hit the Enter key to open the Registry Editor Window.
• Now, navigate to the following path within the registry: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\iaSTOR registry key.
• Lastly confirm that all keys are assigned to the Administrators group.

Wind Up!!

We wind up this article with a firm hope that the solutions encased in this blog provided you with considerable help to fix error 1406 in your QuickBooks desktop software. If the deterrence by this error still keeps annoying you, then, in that case, we encourage you to reach out to our QuickBooks error support team through the helpline i.e., 1-800-761-1787. Our team is accessible 24/7 and is always available.