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How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Error code 1625?

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Are you facing QuickBooks Error Code 1625 and feeling a bit stuck? No worries, we've got your back! This error may pop up with a message saying, "This installation is forbidden by system policy," especially when you're installing or updating TurboTax. It can be a bit annoying, but we're here to guide you through the steps to fix it.

When does the error show up?
You might encounter this error during the installation of your operating system, when starting up or shutting down Windows, or when other programs are running in the background.

Why does this error happen?

A few reasons could be:

• You're not logged in as an admin.
• The download of the Windows Installer program is corrupted.
• The Windows registry, where the program is installed, is corrupted.
• Other programs have deleted Windows Installer files.

How to fix QuickBooks Error Code 1625:

  1. Check and update outdated device drivers:
    Sometimes using outdated drivers can cause this error. Update your drivers to avoid the issue.

  2. Configure your Windows settings:

• For Windows Vista, 7, 8, or 10:
• Press Windows + R, type gpedit.msc, and hit OK.
• Navigate to Local System Policy > System Configuration > Admin Templates > Windows Components > Windows Installer.
• Double click on "Prohibit non-admins" and choose Disabled.
• For Windows XP, follow a similar process.

  1. Run regedit:

• Type "command" in the search bar, press Ctrl + Shift + Enter.
• Click Yes on the permission dialog box.
• Type "regedit," hit Enter.
• Export a backup file named "Windows Installer Backup" and save it.

  1. Configure software restriction policy:

• Go to Control Panel > Admin Tools > Local Security Settings > Software Restriction Policies.
• Right-click on the Software Restriction Policies node and select New Software Restriction Policy.
• Double click on Enforcement, choose "All users except local admins," and click OK. Reboot your system.

  1. Change UAC settings:

• Head to Start, type MSCONFIG, press Enter.
• If prompted by UAC, click Continue.
• Go to Tools, highlight "Change UAC setting," and click Launch.
• Choose "Never notify" and reboot if asked to.

Final thoughts:

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve QuickBooks Error Code 1625. If the issue persists, don't hesitate to reach out to our QuickBooks Support professionals at 1-888-351-0999.

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