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How to resolve QuickBooks unexpected error 5? | Forum

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Lillian Martin
Lillian Martin May 31 '23

Happen upon QuickBooks unexpected error 5 and looking for a quick fix? If yes, then going through this segment will surely help. QuickBooks error code 5 is often seen when installing hardware, or when opening or running other functions in QuickBooks point of sale. This error often appears on the screen stating: “Status code 5 or system error code: 5 Access denied”. As this error is unexpected error, it can be a bit troublesome for the users. There are a bunch of reasons why one might come across this issue in QuickBooks. To learn those issues, make sure to read this segment carefully. Or you can also connect with our tech team at 1-888-351-0999 and we will provide you with immediate support services.

What leads to error code 5?

The unexpected error code 5 can be seen due to following factors.

·         One of the basic reasons can be any sort of virus or malware attack

·         Another reason can be if the system shuts down improperly

·         The user can also face similar issue if there are invalid windows registry entries

·         Or if the installation of the software isn’t proper

Steps to fix QuickBooks unexpected error 5

The user can try fixing the error using the reimage repair tool. The steps involved in this process are as follows:

·         The first step is to download the reimage repair tool

·         After that, the user needs to save the file on the desktop

·         Now, right click the reimage repair tool link and choose the option to save to the desktop

·         The user is then required to move to the file location and click on yes when asked

·         After that avoid marking the checkbox to start the automatic scan

·         The next step is to click on install and the tool will start scanning

·         Click on start repair

·         And reboot the system and check if the issue resolves


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By the end of this post, we hope that the information shared in above might be of some help in eliminating the QuickBooks unexpected error 5. However, if you have any queries or if you need our assistance at some point in time, then contacting our QuickBooks technical support team at 1-888-351-0999 is recommended. We are a team of certified QuickBooks professionals who work round the clock in providing immediate support services.