In this blog post, we are going to discuss QuickBooks error 15106. By the end of this post, you will understand possible reasons and look into all the fixes that can be implemented. You will be able to fix QuickBooks error code 15106 on your own by following the steps provided further in this post.

However, in case of any doubt related to the troubleshooting or if you want an expert to perform them), you can contact us immediately.

 

What is QuickBooks Error code 15106?

QuickBooks error 15106 may prevent you from updating QuickBooks payroll. When this error occurs, you receive one of the following messages on your screen:

  • Error 15106: The update program cannot be opened.
  • Error 15106: The update program is damaged.

 

 

The possible reasons for this error can be any one of the following:

  • You are not logged into the system/application as a Windows Administrator
  • The installation file of QuickBooks is damaged/corrupted
  • Applications like Windows Firewall, antivirus software or Anti-Malware detected QuickBooks as a virus or threat.

 

How to solve QuickBooks Error code 15106?

As the Updation of Payroll application is an important task in any organization, fixing the QuickBooks error code 15106 is quite essential. So, here are 4 of the proven methods to fix the error:

Solution 1: Log in as an Administrator

 

  • Start with closing the QuickBooks Application from the taskbar and Task manager.
  • Go to Desktop and right-click on the QuickBooks Desktop icon, select the Run as Administrator option from the list of options
  • Enter the credentials to access the Windows Administrator functions

Note: Make sure to check if the User account being used at the time is also an Admin account. In case the error continues, try using the Switch user option and logging back as an Admin.

 

Solution 2: Turn off the UAC (User Account Control)

  • First of all, click on the windows icon in the taskbar and open the Control Panel.
  • Select the Change User Account control option under the User Accounts and click on Yes button in the dialog box.
  • Lastly, switch the slider to Never Notify option.

 

  • Restart the System and post checking that there is no error notification, Switch on the UAC notification. This will mark the completion of this method.

 

Solution 3: Reboot .bat File

  • Close the QuickBooks Desktop Application.
  • Go to the desktop screen and right-click on the QuickBooks Desktop icon.
  • Click on Open-File Location under Properties.
  • Locate the .bat file and start it as an Administrator.
  • A dialog box may prompt on the window, but it can be manually closed.
  • Lastly, restart the system.

 

Solution 4: Performa Clean Install of QuickBooks Desktop

 

 

The above-mentioned steps will, in most cases, help you fix QuickBooks error 15106. In case the issue persists even after performing all the solutions in this post, we recommend you dial 1-800-615-2347 and speak to our certified QuickBooks payroll error support experts for more advanced solutions.