How to Fix QuickBooks Error 1618?

When QuickBooks users failed to install the software at the time of attempting to install the software due to some technical glitches. These technical glitches are known as an installation error. QuickBooks Error 1618 is one of such installation errors. Also, users may get this error at the time of installation in the Windows event logs or the product’s installation log file. A message appears on the screen “Error 1618: Another installation is already in process”.

In this blog, you will get some instant solutions to resolve QuickBooks error code 1618 along with the symptoms and causes of the same error.

Probable symptoms of QuickBooks Error 1618

• If Error 1618 appears on the screen.
• When your PC often crashes or QuickBooks freezes.
• If the Windows run slowly.
• PC stops working for a while.

Main reasons behind the occurrence of QuickBooks Error 1618

You may encounter error 1618 QuickBooks due to many reasons. We have tried to discuss all of them as below:

• Incomplete or corrupted installation of QuickBooks.
• Corruption in the Windows registry may lead to QuickBooks Error 1618.
• If the files related to QuickBooks has been blocked due to Malware or virus attack.
• When you have deleted the program files accidentally.

Solutions to resolve QuickBooks Error 1618

Given below are the solution to resolve the QB Error 1618 code instantly:

Solution 1: Run QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool.

• Download QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool.
• After downloading, save this file on the Desktop.
• Double-click on the tool to access it.
• The tool will automatically detect the error and fix it.

Solution 2: Install Microsoft Runtime Libraries again

While attempting this solution, you are advised to consult with the Windows Expert or computer manufacturer. Since the following steps mainly focus on the Windows operating system that is not the product of Intuit.

• Download Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package. Select Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package(x86) only if your PC is 32 bit.
• Choose Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package(x64) only if your PC is 64 bit.
• Save the downloaded package on the desktop.
• Retitle the downloaded package as exe or vcredist_X86.exe.
• After that, follow the instructions.
• Restart the PC and reinstall QuickBooks.

Solution 3: Check for MSIEXEC.EXE instances in the background

• Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete simultaneously and choose Task Manager.
• Launch Processes.
• Reset the list alphabetically order in the Image name column.
• Select the Processes with the name of EXE and select End Process.
• Shut down Task Manager.
• Reopen Task manager.

If you want to check whether MSIEXEC.EXE running in the background by performing the steps written above and reboot your PC. Since rebooting the PC usually, end this process.

Solution 4: Create a backup for the Windows registry

• Go to the Windows taskbar and select start.
• Click on the Run command.
• In the search field, type Regedit.
• Select My Computer.
• Open the file menu and select Export.
• Choose All Option in Export range.
• Save the Windows registry backup on the desktop.
• Once the backup has been created, delete the keys.
• Deleting keys will lead to delete all of its sub-keys.

Solution 5: Update the version of windows installer

• Log in into your PC as Administrator.
• Check whether Windows Installer is updated or not.
• Select My Computer.
• Run the location C:\drive, “C:\WINDOWS\system32”.
• Place the exe file and right-click on this file.
• Select Properties > Version.
• Then, you will have all the information regarding the Windows Installer’s version.
• If you are accessing an older version of your software, then update the software.
• Reboot the PC.

Conclusion

In the above blog, you will find all the feasible solutions to resolve QuickBooks update utility error 1618, as well as the symptoms and causes of this error, have also been provided. So, you will be aware of how error 1618 QuickBooks look like?

In case, you are still facing QuickBooks error 1618 and unable to resolve it on your own, then feel free to get in touch with us at our QuickBooks 24/7 Support Phone Number on 1-888-502-0363.