How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Error Code 1406?

Want to learn the steps to get rid of QuickBooks error code 1406? Well, this error can be seen if the third-party program running in the background. As a result of this error, the user might not be able to complete his/her task. Any damage within the windows registry might trigger this technical snag. There can be a couple of other reasons why such an error appears in QuickBooks. If you are interested in learning those factors, make sure to read this post till the end, or you can also consult our team at 1-888-351-0999 and we will provide you with instant support services.

What causes such an error?

This error can be triggered due to the following reasons:

QuickBooks has a corrupted windows registry key, then such an error can be seen
If multiple tries to move QuickBooks on the PC, then the user can experience this issue
In case the download location isn’t accessible
Also, if an unreliable windows installer is present
In case the security software or the firewall is causing the issue, then the user might come across this error
Another trigger can be if QuickBooks-related files have been improperly removed from your PC mistakenly

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Steps to eliminate such an error in QuickBooks

The user can try to get rid of this issue by getting the permissions for the data.dat file. The steps involved in this process are as follows:

The user needs to first move to windows explorer by pressing Windows and E
Now, head to organize tab
The next step is to move to the folder and look for options
Now, head to view tab
The user will then have to choose the show hidden file and folder option
Make sure to checkmark the hide-protected O/S file
And also click on the ok tab
Now, move to ‘’C:/users/all/users/Microsoft/Office/data.’’
Once done with that right-click the opa12.dat file for Office 2007 and data.dat for Office 2003.
Select Properties option after right-clicking the file.
Also, click on the Security tab.
Head to the Advanced option.
Click on Permissions tab
Select Permission entries.
Go for the list and hit on the Edit option.
Make sure to choose the Full control box
Click on ok tab to end the process

Once the above-stated set of steps is performed, it is believed that the user might be able to eliminate the issue permanently. However, if for some reason the error continues or if the user requires our assistance, then getting in touch with our QuickBooks tech support team at 1-888-351-0999 is suggested. We are a team of certified QuickBooks professionals working round the clock to provide instant support services.