When the users work on QuickBooks payroll or try updating it, they will likely encounter the QuickBooks error 12002. Sometimes your QuickBooks desktop cannot connect to the internet, which can cause hindrances in the update process. Check if internet explorer is in your default browser, as that could also be the reason for the error to come up. Read the other causes of this error further in the blog. Refer to this blog for instant solutions to eliminate this error.

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Reasons behind the QuickBooks payroll update error 12002

Incorrect SSL settings could be one reason for the error to come up.
Check internet explorer is not the default browser; this error could arise.
See if your internet connection is slow, causing the QuickBooks payroll update error 12002. 
If the firewall or internet security is creating a problem, this could also allow the error to come in.

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Solutions to getting rid of the QuickBooks desktop error 12002

Follow the solutions here and perform them on your screen to fix the QuickBooks desktop error 12002.

Solution 1: Try reinstalling QuickBooks in selective start up

When you press Windows + R, the Run command will appear.
Type msconfig, and then click "OK."
Selective start-up and load system services can be found under the general tab.
Discover the services tab and pick the "Hide all Microsoft services" button.
Then click "disable all."
Uncheck the box for hiding all Microsoft services now.
Pick the Windows installer option.
Select "OK."
Now restart your computer.
Find the start menu and look for the control panel.
Press the program or features.
Pick the QB version you want to uninstall.
Select Uninstall/Change and then remove.
Head to next.
After finishing, install QuickBooks once more.

Solution 2: Review the internet explorer settings

Before you launch Internet Explorer, make sure to shut down QuickBooks.
Click Tools, then select Internet options. If you can't find your tools, you can hit Alt.
Select the Security tab, then click the globe icon.
Make sure to verify the level of security. It shouldn't go beyond medium-high.
The connections tab should be located. Select the option to never dial a connection if you use the dial-up node.
Select "OK"
Make sure that automatically detect settings are chosen in Lan settings by moving there.
Select "OK"
In the "Advanced" tab, pick the "Restore advanced settings" option.
View the options and look for use TLS 1.2
Choose OK.
Now shut down Internet Explorer and reboot your computer again.

Final words!

We have concluded our blog and hope you can quickly eliminate the QuickBooks error 12002 by now. You can read our blog for any further information about the error or its fixes.

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