How Can I Resolve QuickBooks Update Error 15301 Easily?

so, read the solutions listed in this blog to fix the error. As stated, the error 15301 mainly happens when the user tries to install the latest update on their QuickBooks payroll. This error prevents the users from updating their payroll, and all their payroll-related tasks come to a standstill. A wide variety of causes are responsible for this error, from the damaged digital signature to the misconfiguration of internet settings. Normally, users get the warning message "QuickBooks update error 15301: Unable to update the application. Sorry for the inconvenience."

Why Does error 15301 QuickBooks Appear?

There are several contributors to the error 15301 QuickBooks. A few of the most prominent reasons responsible for triggering the error are listed below:

1. The QuickBooks application is not correctly installed on your system. 

2. QuickBooks is interfering with the firewall settings or the antivirus running in the background.

3. The QuickBooks digital signature is damaged or corrupted. 

4. An Incorrect Product key will invoke this error.

Stepwise Methods to Fix the QuickBooks Error 15301​

When the error 15301 appears on your screen, you will start noticing its associated signs and symptoms. After identifying the error correctly, you can use any of the solution listed below to fix this error. 

Solution 1: Install the latest Digital Signature

• Locate the QuickBooks folder and right-click on it to choose the Properties option.

• In the properties window, move to the Digital Signature tab. 

• Now, in the digital signature tab, check whether the Intuit.Inc is picked or not. 

• If not, select the INTUIT.Inc and move to the Details option tab.

• Here, click on the Digital Signature button to open the digital signature window, where you need to click on the View Certificate option.

• Now, in the Certificate window, click on the Install Certificate button. 

• This will open the Certificate Import Wizard, where you need to select the 'Automatically chosoe the Install certificate as per the certificate type' option. 

• Press the Next button until the Finish button appears.

Solution 2: Check your Service Key

• Open the QuickBooks application and click on the Employee tab. 

• Now, in the Employee drop-down menu, select the My Payroll Services option.

• Further, choose the manage the service key option and check whether you have provided the right service key or not.

• If not, enter the correct service key and press the Save button.

Solution 3: Configure the Firewall Port Settings

• In your system, write "Firewall" in the Windows search bar, tap the Enter key to open the firewall window. 

• In the opened window, click on the Inbound Rules option and then click on the Advanced Settings option.

• Thereafter, choose the Create a new Rule option and click on the Port.

• Here, enter the correct port number for the QuickBooks version you are using and press the Next button.

• Ahead, click on the Allow Connection option and provide the new name to the newly created rule. 

• At the end, press the Save button to end the process.

Note: Create the Outbound Rule in a similar manner.

Wrapping Up

Hopefully, this post has helped you in resolving the QuickBooks error 15301. You can reach the experts of quickbooksupportnet at +1(866)500-0076, if the error still persists or you need the personalised assistance.