Users typically encounter the QuickBooks update error 15101 when they attempt to update payroll in their desktop accounting program. Additionally, those who have expired payroll subscriptions will face this problem while working with payroll, particularly when trying to edit it. Users won't be able to acquire the most recent text tables and tax forms to precisely calculate payroll taxes and file taxes online because they won't be able to install payroll updates.
Fixation of QuickBooks Payroll Error Code 15101
You can follow the below-mentioned solutions if you receive QuickBooks Error 15101:
Solution 1: Install Digital Signature Certificate
● Download and install the system's digital signature certificate.
● Find the "QBW32.exe file" by searching for it (it should be in "C: Program FileIntuitQuickBooks").
● Users of Windows 7 can access the "Windows Search" feature.
● In the Windows search box, select "More Results."
● Select the "Computer" icon on the following screen.
● Enter the application type's name ('QBW32.EXE') in the search box.
● Right-click "QBW32.exe" and choose "Properties."
● Make sure Intuit Inc. is selected from the list of signatures under the "Digital Signature" option.
● Click "Details" now.
● In the digital signature details window, select "View certificate."
● Choose "Install Certificate" from the "Certificate Window" menu.
● Once you see a dialogue box with the option "Finish," click "Next."
● Click the "Finish" button.
● Download and install the system's digital signature certificate.
● Find the "QBW32.exe file" by searching for it (it should be in "C: Program FileIntuitQuickBooks").
● Users of Windows 7 can access the "Windows Search" feature.
● In the Windows search box, select "More Results."
● Select the "Computer" icon on the following screen.
● Enter the application type's name ('QBW32.EXE') in the search box.
● Right-click "QBW32.exe" and choose "Properties."
● Make sure Intuit Inc. is selected from the list of signatures under the "Digital Signature" option.
● Click "Details" now.
● In the digital signature details window, select "View certificate."
● Choose "Install Certificate" from the "Certificate Window" menu.
● Once you see a dialogue box with the option "Finish," click "Next."
● Click the "Finish" button.
● Switch off your computer.
● Activate QuickBooks.
● Download the first update.
Solution 2: Run reboot.bat files
Reboot.bat files can help you register again .DLL, OCX, and other Windows product files.
● Close the QuickBooks program.
● Select Properties by right-clicking on the QuickBooks icon.
● Then select Open File Location from the Shortcut tab.
● Select a reboot file or reboot.bat from the list displayed on your computer.
● Run as administrator by choosing with a right-click on the file reboot.bat.
● To grant access to your user account, click yes. A CMD (black) window will now open and show a scrolling image of a different file.
● Switch off your computer.
● If there are any new updates, launch QuickBooks Desktop and select Install to download them.
Solution 3: Check Internet Explorer Settings
Simultaneously press the Windows and R keys on the keyboard, launch the Run window, type inetcpl.
● Click OK after CPLing the open box.
● Click on Delete, and then choose Temporary Internet Files and Website Files from the General menu.
● Delete once more.
● Click on LAN settings under the Connections tab.
● Press OK after setting detection.
● Next, select the advanced tab, navigate to the security area, and verify that only TLS 1.2 is set while TLS 1.0 and TLS 1.1 are left unchecked.
Solution 4: Uninstall and Reinstall QuickBooks Desktop
Using the Clean Install tool, uninstall and reinstall QuickBooks.
● The first step is to shut down the QuickBooks program.
● Right-click the QuickBooks icon after that.
● Select the Properties tab.
● The next step is to select the Open file location under the Shortcut tab on the Shortcut menu.
● Now search the list on the screen for the Reboot.bat file.
● Right-click the Reboot.bat file after that.
● And click Run as Administrator.
● The user should then select the Yes tab to grant access to the User account.
● A CMD window will then open and show a different file scrolling after that.
● Restarting the system is the next step.
● The user should launch QuickBooks desktop as well.
● After doing that, select install to download the most recent.
Solution 5: Safe Mode
Important Information: Windows operating systems require the fewest number of drivers to function when you are in safe mode. Suppose you are connected to the Internet via a high-speed network and using Windows. You can rejoin the computer in networking mode in a secure way.
Final Words
We mentioned easy methods to Solve QuickBooks Error Code 15101 in your software. Users can apply the points step by step. If you think these solutions are not applicable, you can contact our QuickBooks error support number 1-800-615-2347 team directly.
