How to Fix QuickBooks Error 1304 When Writing to File in Windows?

Learn how to troubleshoot QuickBooks database related error code C=1304:

Bumping into some or the other error in QuickBooks desktop is pretty much common, as this software involves numerous codes and algorithms. Error C=1304 is another common error encountered within the QuickBooks Desktop? Due to the technical complexities involved in QuickBooks desktop software, this accounting software is prone to a myriad of errors. Today, we are going to discuss the QuickBooks error C=1304 and get to the effective measures for fixing this issue. This particular error involves Microsoft Windows operating system and appears when installing or updating the QuickBooks desktop.

The error message that crops up on the screen will state as:

Installer information	Error 1304. Error writing to file (filename).
	C:\Windows\System32\THBImg45.dll. Verify that you have access to that directory.

Check that you have access to the directory. You might land up into such an error due to any error in the CD or the CD drive. Or in case the .net component is damaged. In order to learn other related facts to QuickBooks error code C=1304, you simply have to go through this piece of writing.

What triggers to QuickBooks error code C=1304?

The reasons behind error code 1304 in QuickBooks can be many. So, before you step ahead and start implementing the fixes for the same, make sure to check out the root causes of this issue.

• Just in case there is any sort of damaged with the Microsoft .NET components, then in that case you might land up into such an error.
• If the CD or disk gets damaged or the CD driver isn’t functioning properly.
• Another common reason can be if the CD drive possesses any issues.
• Some damage caused to the Windows files may also lead to QuickBooks Error C=1304.

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Quick Methods to Resolve QuickBooks Error C=1304

Performing the below methods is recommended so as to fix the QuickBooks error C=1304.

Method 1: Scan the system with reimage repair tool

• Under this process, you are supposed to download reimage repair tool.
• After that navigate to the file location and double click on the same. You might now see the user account control prompt “if your non-existence to control the program”, where you are supposed to click on yes tab.
• You might see a welcome screen, where you need to ascertain that the checkbox remains unmarked in order to permit the repair tool to scan.
• Further, you have to make sure that the internet connection isn’t broken, the reimage tool will install itself.
• Moreover, the preliminary scan will also start.
• Once your scan is complete, you will be able to learn the damaged sectors of the PC and would be able to repair it.
• You now have to click on start repair tab in the bottom right corner.
• Reboot the system when the repair process ends.

Method 2: Making use of installation CD to replace installation files

• Herein, you would have to replace the installation files from the CD to hard drive.
  • Insert the QuickBooks CD into the CD drive. After the installation process begins, you would have to click on the Quit option.
  • Move to the C: drive, further create a new folder and also paste the files there:
    • You would have to opt for the desktop on the left pane of the window in windows vista, and also click on organize and also click on the new folder.
    • Once you are able to see the folder, you simply have to rename it to QuickBooks.
  • Right-click the QuickBooks CD and tap on Explore.
  • Find QuickBooks and other third-party folders and also the setup.exe file in the right pane.
  • You need to now press the ctrl key and select the folders and files.
  • Right-click and go for copy option.
  • Come back to QuickBooks and right click on it, and tap on Paste tab.
• From the folders that were copied earlier, you are required to install QuickBooks desktop.
• Now, open the QuickBooks folder where the files were copied.
• On the setup.exe file, you simply have to double-click to start the installation process.
• Conclude the process by following the onscreen process and complete the installation.

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Method 3: Restoring your system

• You are supposed to initially log in as the system admin.
• After that, click on start tab and choose all programs > system tools > accessories and click on system restore settings.
• Choose restore my computer to an earlier mature point.
• Reorganize reduction from on the list, and click on modernize reduction list, and also hit Next.
• Finally reboot your system once the restoration is complete.

Method 4: Repairing Microsoft components

• To begin with, go to Control Panel from Start menu.
• Then select Programs and Features tab.
• Later on, click on Microsoft components one by one and right-click on Repair.

• Follow the same steps for all the Microsoft components and then visit again in QuickBooks to check if repairing these components helped to get rid of this issue.

Note: If the above step not worked then, uninstall these components one by one and then re-install them from official website of Microsoft.

Winding up!

Fixing the QuickBooks error code C=1304 can be a little easy, once you are go thorough with the above stated set of steps. However, if for some reason you continue to stumble upon similar issue, then it is highly recommended to connect with our QuickBooks technical support team using our support line i.e., 1-800-761-1787.

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