QuickBooks payroll update error 15243 comes up on the screen when the user tries to update QuickBooks desktop and payroll. When the QuickBooks payroll error 15243 triggers, the user gets a message, “Error 15243: The update of payroll is not able to complete successfully. The QuickBooks FCS service is damaged.” The QuickBooks error message code `15243 usually pops up when the QuickBooks File Copy is damaged or stops functioning due to some reason. To get detailed information on QuickBooks update error 15243, read the blog till the end.
If you need any technical assistance to resolve QuickBooks error 15243, then speak to QuickBooks technical support team by calling us on our toll-free number (1.800.579.9430).
What are the factors responsible for QuickBooks error 15243?
The error comes up due to the following reasons:
You do not have an active payroll subscription.
QuickBooks desktop version is no longer supported.
QuickBooks payroll tax table is outdated.
QuickBooks File Copy service is not running.
Now, proceed to the troubleshooting methods given below.
Quick Troubleshooting Methods to Fix QuickBooks error 15243
Following are the two most effective troubleshooting methods to fix the error:
Method 1. Try to repair the QuickBooks desktop application
Before proceeding to the following steps, don’t forget to take a backup of the company file:
Tap Windows and R keys together to open the Run window.
Type appwiz.cpl and hit Enter.
Find QuickBooks in the list of programs.
Choose QuickBooks.
Click Uninstall/Change and then Next.
Select Repair and then click Finish.
If the error persists, proceed to the next troubleshooting method.
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Method 2. Run Quick Fix my Program
The tool will end all background processes and runs a repair on the damaged data. In order to run the tool, download and install QuickBooks Tool Hub with the help of the following steps:
Exit QuickBooks desktop.
Download the latest version of the QuickBooks Tool Hub.
Move to Downloads and open the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file you downloaded.
Follow the on-screen steps to install the application and agree to the terms and conditions.
When the install completes, the QuickBooks Tool Hub icon will appear on the desktop.
Open the tool hub by double-clicking on its icon.
Within the tool hub, choose Company File Issues.
Click Quick Fix my File and then OK.
Let the tool run to fix damaged data.
Reopen QuickBooks.
We hope the troubleshooting procedure discussed in the blog helps you fix QuickBooks error 15243. If you didn’t find it helpful, contact certified QuickBooks professionals by calling us on our customer service number (1.800.579.9430).
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