When installing QuickBooks, it is very
much common to end up in QuickBooks error 4120.
This error is often seen with an error message that says “QuickBooks has encountered a
problem and needs to be shut down without any further explanation”. As we mentioned earlier, the user can end up in such an
error when trying to install the QuickBooks software with the latest release. Such an error can be seen if the operating
system is corrupt or if the Microsoft components required by QuickBooks desktop
aren’t either working properly or are corrupt. The consequences of such an
error can be software malfunctioning and also the software and the system might
respond sluggishly. The system might crash, freeze, or hang after the error appears.
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How to Resolve QuickBooks Error Code 4120? | Forum
Olivia Smith
Dec 8 '22
Peter Groft
Jul 6 '23
QuickBooks Error Code 4120 typically occurs when there is an issue with the QuickBooks installation or when the company file gets damaged. Here are some steps you can take to resolve this error:
Update QuickBooks: Ensure that you have the latest version of QuickBooks installed. Go to the Help menu and select "Update QuickBooks." Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install any available updates.
Run QuickBooks File Doctor: QuickBooks File Doctor is a tool provided by Intuit to diagnose and fix common QuickBooks errors. Download and run the QuickBooks File Doctor tool to scan for any issues with your company file and repair them.
Repair QuickBooks Installation: Close QuickBooks and go to the Control Panel on your computer. Open the Programs and Features section and locate QuickBooks in the list of installed programs. Select QuickBooks and click on the "Repair" or "Change" option. Follow the on-screen instructions to repair the QuickBooks installation.
Restore a Backup: If you have a backup of your company file before the error occurred, you can try restoring that backup. Open QuickBooks, go to the File menu, and select "Open or Restore Company." Choose "Restore a backup copy" and follow the prompts to restore the backup.
Create a New Company File: If none of the above steps work, you can create a new company file and import your data into it. This can be done by going to the File menu, selecting "New Company," and following the prompts to set up a new company file. Once created, you can import your data from the damaged company file into the new one.
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