QuickBooks update error 15270 usually occurs while downloading a payroll update in QuickBooks. Generally, you get this error message:

Error 15270: The (payroll) update did not complete successfully. The update is missing a file.

The QuickBooks error code 15270 happens while trying to download a payroll update or setup file.

A second reason for this error to occur is when an Intuit relates software program (like QuickBooks) operating Windows during start-up or closure, or while the installation of the Windows operating system.

This error is an important error code and we always recommend you fix this error as soon as you can, to prevent any kind of data loss.

Don’t worry as our QuickBooks Payroll support team is always there to help you. Read the quick fixation steps mentioned below or if you want any technical help from our intuit certified ProAdvisor or experts, dial +1-855-441-4417 at any point of time.

How to fix QuickBooks Error 15270

First, you have to restart your QuickBooks. Click Install Later, if the QuickBooks Update Service window displays on your screen.

Later go to the Help and click on Update QuickBooks.

Go to the Update Now tab under the Update QuickBooks window. Later, click on the Reset Updates checkbox before clicking the Get Updates button. Select OK to confirm the reset.

When the update is complete, the Get Update button is activated and the words “Update Complete” arrive below. Again restart QuickBooks.

If the QuickBooks Update Service popup displays on your screen, then go with the Install Now option. The update must install successfully.

Later, Go to Employees and look for the Get Payroll Updates and now try to again install the Payroll updates. Make sure Download the entire payroll update is chosen and select Update.

Solution 2: Verify your subscription is active

For Basic, Standard, or Enhanced Payroll: First, go to the Employees and click on My Payroll Service then select Account/Billing Information or Account Info/Preferences. Sign in to your Intuit Account to see the QuickBooks Payroll Account Maintenance page and check your subscription is active or not.

For Assisted Payroll: First, go to the click Employees, then click on My Payroll Service > Account/Billing Information or Account Info/Preferences. When QuickBooks Payroll Account Maintenance is open, close the screen to verify the update immediately and verify your payroll service again.

Solution 3: Verify EIN and Service Key

When you are using social security numbers instead of employer identification number (EIN) then this error occurs, or if you have not yet registered a service key. So you need to verify these items in the QuickBooks desktop.

Solution 4: Run Quick Fix my Program

The QuickBooks Tool Hub will fix common errors automatically, you just need to run this on your system.

Quit QuickBooks.

Download the QuickBooks Tool Hub .exe file and save this file on your system someplace where you can quickly obtain it (folders like your Downloads folder or Windows desktop).

Now go to the location where you saved .exe file (QuickBooksToolHub.exe) and click on it.

Go with all the positive on-screen options to install and accept all the terms and conditions.

When the installation process is complete, double-click the tool hub symbol on your Windows desktop to open.

The Quick Fix will stop all the background processes. This will run a quick repair of your program.

Choose Program Problems under the QuickBooks Tools Hub.

Choose the Quick Fix my Program.

Solution 5: Check browser and internet connections

Make sure your default browser is set to open the Internet Options menu by selecting the Internet Options Program tab. Click the Default button under Default Web Browser.

Try to switch your internet connection from wireless (or Wi-Fi) to hardwire.

Turning temporarily off User Account Controls turn off User Account Controls (Windows Vista, 7, and 8 users only) can also help you to get rid of this issue.

Hope, the above-discussed solution will help you to resolve error code 15270. If these steps do not resolve your error and the problem still persists, then reach us by dialing +1-855-441-4417 and fix your error with the help of our experts.

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