Major Techniques to Rectify QuickBooks Error 416 | Payroll Update Issues

QuickBooks error 416 encounters when downloading the payroll update. The interruption of this error in payroll can occur because of multiple reasons but mainly due to incomplete downloading of QuickBooks updates. 

Finding the appropriate solutions alone can be overwhelming and difficult for you. To help you rectify this error, we are writing this informative blog. Make sure you are reading this guide till the end. 

Finding the appropriate solutions on your own can be overwhelming and difficult for you. To help you rectify this error, we are writing this informative blog. Make sure you are reading this guide till the end. 

If you find this guide hard to follow, dial TFN  +1-(855)-955-1942 and get the direct assistance from the QB professionals.

Reasons that Triggers QuickBooks Payroll Update Error 416  

As discussed above, multiple reasons trigger QuickBooks payroll update error 416. Below we are mentioning these causes:

• Error 416 can be triggered due to incomplete downloading of the QuickBooks Desktop update. 
• The timing and date of the system you use to update QuickBooks are incorrect.
• The required Digital Signature certificate to complete the updation process is absent on your device. 
• Antivirus third-party apps or malware software can interrupt the payroll update and lead to error 416.

You may want to read QuickBooks Web Connector Error QBWC1085. 

Expert Solutions to Rectify QuickBooks Error 416 

Below we are providing some suitable solutions to get rid of QuickBooks update error 416. Follow each step carefully: 

Solution 1: Update the Correct Time and Date in Your System 

If you have the incorrect date and time on your system, the specific permission from Windows will be denied, and makes you unable to download the update. Learn how you can correct this issue: 

• Go to the Settings of your system and then Date and Time. 
• From there, select ‘Adjust Date and Time’ from the menu. 

• From the dropdown menu, click on Change date and time. Now enter the real date and time to make it correct. 
• Double-click on OK to save the changes. 

• Finally, restart the QuickBooks Desktop and try to download the payroll update again. 

If updating the date and time helps to fix the QuickBooks error code 416, you’re good to go. In case the solution does not help you move to our Next Solution. 

Solution 2: Install a Digital Signature Certificate 

The Digital Signature Certificate is required to authenticate a user’s identity while downloading the update. Here’s how you can download this certificate: 

• Open your computer and launch File Explorer. 
• Now follow the path C:\ProgramFiles\Intuit\QuickBooks in C drive to open the QuickBooks file folder. 
• Look for the QBW32.exe extension from the multiple options and right-click on it. Select Properties from the dropdown. 
• Now, you will find the Digital signature option, click on the same and ensure Intuit is available in the signature list. 
• While following the displayed instructions, select the Details option. 
• The Digital Signature window will open up. Find the View Certificate option and click on it and then Install Certificate.  
• Click Next multiple times until Finish is displayed, then select Finish. 
• And the process of downloading Digital Signature is done. 
• Finally, restart your computer and open the QuickBooks Desktop. Now try to redownload the payroll update.   

If the payroll update error still occurs, moving to our next solution may help you fix it.  

Solution 3: Use the Selective Startup mode in QuickBooks 

Interruption by third-party applications and malware software is a common reason that triggers error 416. To make sure this interruption is no longer interrupting the update, reinstall QuickBooks using Selective Startup: 

Selective startup mode allows you to choose the program and services you want to keep active or which you want to close during installing or uninstalling any application or program in the background. 

You can reinstall the program using selective startup to protect QuickBooks from antivirus or malware software.

Take care of some points before using selective startup:  

• Backup of your company file has been created.  
• The license and required QuickBooks product are handy. 

Finally, download your QuickBooks Desktop payroll updates again. 

Conclusion

The troubleshooting steps to resolve QuickBooks error 416 are covered above. Give us a call on TFN  +1-(855)-955-1942  if you require further assistance. Our team of QB specialists is here to help.