All You Need to Know About QuickBooks Error 1618

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While installing QuickBooks Desktop, errors can trouble you at times, and QuickBooks Error 1618 is one such error. When you come across Error 1618, it displays either of the two messages- “Error: there was a problem installing Microsoft Runtime Library (Error 1618)” or ‘Error 1618. “ERROR_INSTALL_ALREADY_RUNNING’”. If error 1618 in your QuickBooks Desktop is popping up and restricting you to install the QuickBooks Desktop on your computer, go through our blog to understand the QuickBooks Error 1618 in detail.

If QuickBooks Error 1618 is bothering you while installing QuickBooks Desktop, get in touch with our QuickBooks Experts Team at 1.800.579.0391. One of our professionals will help you resolve the issue

Why do you get QuickBooks Installation Error 1618?

There are several reasons due to which you can encounter Error 1618 in your QuickBooks Desktop while installing the application. To know the causes, read further.

1. The program installation files of the QuickBooks Desktop have been corrupted.

2. Deletion of QuickBooks installation files.

3. You could face “QuickBooks Error 1618 install already running” error message if your Windows registry is corrupt.

Also read : Quickboooks Error 1603

Ways to fix Installation Error 1618 in QuickBooks Desktop

You need not worry when experiencing QuickBooks Error Code 1618. Following are the methods through which you can resolve the problem-

SOLUTION 1: Run QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool

1. The first step involves downloading the QuickBooks Tool Hub. Go to your web browser to download it.

2. Save the downloaded file named QuickBooksToolHub.exe to a convenient location where you can instantly find it.

3. Now, to finish the installation process, follow the instructions displayed on the screen. Make sure to tick all the relevant checkboxes in order to agree with the terms and conditions.

4. Next, open the QuickBooks Tool Hub application and select ‘Installation Issues’.

5. Once you open Installation Issues, tap on ‘QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool’.

6. Finally, run the application to fix the error 1618.

SOLUTION 2: Open Task Manager to check MSIEXEC.EXE installation program

1. On your system, run ‘Task Manager’ by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Delete.

2. Now, navigate to the ‘Processes’ tab.

3. Your screen will display the ‘Image Name’ option where you can arrange the names of running processes by clicking on them.

4. Next, keep scrolling until you find ‘MSIEXEC.EXE’.

5. Select the processes named ‘MSIEXEC.EXE’ and tap on ‘End Process’.

6. Lastly, exit the Task Manager and install/update your QuickBooks Desktop.

So, after going through the blog, you must be aware of why the error 1618 in your QuickBooks Desktop occurs and how can you get rid of the error. Even after applying the troubleshooting as mentioned above, if you are unable to sort out the error or have any doubt regarding QuickBooks Error 1618. We recommend you to connect with our QuickBooks Experts for technical guidance via our Toll-Free Number 1.800.579.0391.