How to Fix QuickBooks Error 1321?

Table of Contents:

Introduction

What can you do to Fix QuickBooks Error 1321

• Method 1: Download QBInstall Tool
• Method 2: Retry updating the QuickBooks.
• Method 3:Turn off antivirus software temporary & reinstall or update
• Method 4: Edit your Windows permissions on the folder

1. Desktop Enterprise
2. Pro and Premier
3. Point of Sale

While installing or updating QuickBooks, you may come across one of the following error codes on your desktop screen:

The installer has insufficient privileges to modify the file C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks/sdkeventl.DLL The installer has insufficient privileges to modify the file C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks/CfScan.DLL The installer has insufficient privileges to modify the file at C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks YEAR/QBONLI32.DLL The installer has insufficient privileges for modifying the file [2] The installer has insufficient privileges to modify the file C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks Point of Sale X.0/dataimporter.exe

Why are you Facing the QuickBooks Error Code 1321?

There are countless reasons why you might be facing this issue, some of them are listed down below:

• The file updating process is faster in comparison to the file copy process.
• The antivirus or security solution is blocking your QuickBooks.
• The folder windows permissions have restricted access.
• The file having problems is damaged or corrupted.

What can you do to fix QuickBooks Error Code 1321?

Method 1: Download QBInstall Tool from the official Intuit website. It can solve many temporary errors.

Method 2: Retry updating the QuickBooks. When the error message pop-up on the screen, select retry to receive the update again.

Method 3:Turn off antivirus software temporary & reinstall or update

1. For a short period, temporarily disable your antivirus or security solution.
2. Next, install QuickBooks or its update, once again.
3. Further, re-enable the antivirus or security application.

Note: Remember, when you disable antivirus software while connecting to the Internet through a stable connection like DSL or cable is not recommended. Also, you need to disconnect the PC from the Internet before you head to disable AV and then re-enable the software before reconnecting the internet.

Method 4: Edit your Windows permissions on the folder

1. Press the Windows + R to start the Run box.
2. Follow the path for the folder having the QB program files in the Open section, and hit the Enter key:

32-bit versions of Windows (10, 8, 7)

Desktop Enterprise:

• C:/Program Files/Intuit/Enterprise Solutions 20.0
• C:/Program Files/Intuit/Enterprise Solutions 19.0
• C:/Program Files/Intuit/Enterprise Solutions 18.0

Pro and Premier

• C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks 2020
• C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks 2019
• C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks 2018

Point of Sale

• C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks Point of Sale 12.0
• C:/Program Files/Intuit/QuickBooks Point of Sale 11.0

64-bit versions of Windows (10, 8, 7)

Desktop Enterprise

• C:/Program Files (x86)/Intuit/Enterprise Solutions 20.0
• C:/Program Files (x86)/Intuit/Enterprise Solutions 19.0
• C:/Program Files (x86)/Intuit/Enterprise Solutions 18.0

Pro and Premier

• C:/Program Files (x86)/Intuit/QuickBooks 2020
• C:/Program Files (x86)/Intuit/QuickBooks 2019
• C:/Program Files (x86)/Intuit/QuickBooks 2018

Point of Sale

• C:/Program Files (x86)/Intuit/QuickBooks Point of Sale 12.0
• C:/Program Files (x86)/Intuit/QuickBooks Point of Sale 11.0

Follow the below steps:

• Go to the new window, click View and move to Customize this folder.
• Visit the Properties screen, select the Security tab.
• Go to the Security tab, choose Administrators.
• Checkmark the Allow box located at the side of Full Control.
• In the Security section, click the SYSTEM user.
• Choose the Allow checkbox next to Full Control.
• Select OK to close your Properties screen.
• Install QuickBooks