There are several instances when users can face QuickBooks error 1334, such as when installing or opening QuickBooks Desktop. The error code pops up on the user’s computer screen with one of the following error messages: “Error writing to file [file name]. Verify that you have access to that directory.” Or “The file cannot be installed. Insert the QuickBooks CD and retry.” The reasons behind such an error can be vary depending on when a user is encountering it. With this post, we have tried our best to explain all the best troubleshooting solutions that a user can take into use to get rid of error 1334.
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What are the reasons causing QuickBooks error code 1334?
The followings are all the possible reasons that can trigger QuickBooks error code 1334:
1. QuickBooks might be facing issues locating or opening the company file with the .qbw extension.
2. The .NET Framework settings are incorrect.
3.It’s time to look at the troubleshooting solutions for the reasons mentioned above.
How can you resolve QuickBooks error 1334?
Solution 1) Manually open the company file with the .qbw extension
If you are facing error while launching or opening QuickBooks, then you need to manually open the company file with the .qbw extension.
1. On the keyboard, press Windows + E keys simultaneously to open File Explorer.
2. Open the folder that contains the company file by navigating to the following location: C:\Users\Public\Public Documents\Intuit\QuickBooks\Company Files.
3. In the folder, search for the company file with the .qbw extension and double-click on it.
4. Now, try to launch or open the QuickBooks Desktop application.
Solution 2) Manually correct the Microsoft .NET Framework settings
There are several Microsoft components, which are essential for QuickBooks Desktop to run and .NET Framework is one of them.
1. Open the Windows Start menu, type “appwiz.cpl” into the search box and open appwiz.cpl.
2. Select the Turn Windows features on or off option from the left panel.
3. Look for the .NET Framework section in the list.
To repair the .NET Framework, you are required to correct the settings of both .NET Framework 4.5 and .NET Framework 3.5 SP1.Procedure to check settings of the .NET Framework 4.5-
Condition 1) If you see that the .NET Framework 4.5 checkbox is clear:
1. At first, turn on .NET Framework 4.5 by selecting its checkbox.
2.Click on the OK button to save the change you have just made.
3.Reboot the computer.
Condition 2) If you see that the .NET Framework 4.5 checkbox is selected:
1. At first, turn off .NET Framework 4.5 by clearing its checkbox.
2. Click on the OK button.
3. Reboot the computer.
4. Once the computer restarts, turn on .NET Framework 4.5 again by selecting its checkbox.
Procedure to check settings of the .NET Framework 3.5 SP1-
Condition 1) If you notice that the .NET Framework 3.5 SP1checkbox is clear:
1. At first, turn on .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 by selecting its checkbox.
2. Click on the OK button.
3. Reboot the computer.
Condition 2) If you notice that the .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 checkbox is selected:
1. At first, turn off .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 by clearing its checkbox.
2. Click on the OK button.
3. Reboot the computer.
4. Once the computer restarts, turn on .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 again by selecting its checkbox.
Conclusion:
If QuickBooks error 1334 persists even after implementing all the troubleshooting solutions explained in the post, then there is a great possibility that the QuickBooks Desktop program is damaged. Our recommendation for you is to reinstall QuickBooks Desktop using the Clean Install tool and see whether this resolves the error or not. You can also get the error resolved immediately by contacting our QuickBooks support team at (844-888-4666).
