Some issues like the QuickBooks error 15270 hinder the productivity of its users and their tight schedules as well. So today, we’ll discuss the error, its causes, and solutions. However, QuickBooks is one amongst the leading software tool that has made some ground breaking innovations in automated accounting solutions. Moreover, it enjoys vast demand within the middle to small-sized businesses due to valuable tools and 24*7 support for its customers.

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What is File Doctor error message 15270?

The file doctor update error 15270 is a payroll update issue that usually occurs when the user tries to download or install a QuickBooks payroll update. There are many causes behind the issue. Some of them are given below.

Reasons that cause the error code 15270 in essential update

• The QuickBooks is not installed properly on the desktop.
• Some other Windows program is corrupted due to virus infestation on the computer.
• The firewall or anti-virus is blocking the server connection.
• The internet performance is too slow to complete the update.
• UAC on the user’s computer is turned on.
• Internet Explorer is not set as the default browser for QuickBooks.

What are the troubleshooting steps to fix the error 15270 while installing payroll updates?

Below are mentioned the steps to rectify the QuickBooks error 15270.

Solution- 1

• Open QuickBooks and go to the Employees menu.
• Select My Payroll Service and choose Account / Billing Information or Account Info / Preferences.
• Confirm your QuickBooks credentials and under the QuickBooks Payroll Account Maintenance page, make sure that you have an active Payroll subscription.

Solution- 2

• Download and install the QuickBooks Tool Hub on your system.
• Run the tool hub by double-clicking on its icon on the desktop.
• Go to the Program Problems tab and choose Quick Fix my Program.

Solution- 3

• Close QuickBooks and press the Start button to pop-up the Start menu.
• Select Control Panel and click on the User Accounts.
• Choose User Accounts (Classic View) and click on Change user account control settings.
• Click on Yes if prompted and move the slider to Never Notify to turn it off and back to the Always Notify to turn it on after the update is downloaded.