Tidbits to get rid of QuickBooks error 12157

Tidbits to get rid of QuickBooks error 12157
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23 November 2022

QuickBooks is one of the greatest inventions done by Intuit in the field of accounting and managing company’s finances. Thus, encompasses numerous features which helps the user combat all the hassles relating to managing their company’s finances accurately. In spite of such an array of features which QuickBooks aims at offering its users, there are certain technical errors and glitches which might potentially come in users' way. Such a technical error usually faced by many QuickBooks users is QuickBooks error 12157.

Let us procure a complete knowledge related to all the troubleshooting methods to get rid of the error at the earliest.


What does QuickBooks error 12157 signify?

QuickBooks 12157 falls under the series of 12000 error codes, which usually comes into sight when there is an internet connectivity error caused in the windows operating system along with Microsoft Win32 internet. However, QuickBooks error 12157 generally takes place either while downloading or while setting up updates with the software. Thus, results in stoppage of future update notifications.

What are the reasons behind error code 12157 to take place?

Before just hopping onto the troubleshooting methods to fix the error, let us first learn the possible reasons for the error to take place in user’s systems:

  1. Due to inaccurate date or time in the user's system.
  2. Due to a direct result of restrictive settings of firewall and internet security apps.
  3. Due to QuickBooks being installed multiple times in a single system.
  4. Due to security applications popping up while updating QuickBooks desktop software.

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What are the methods to get rid of the error?

Here are some of the most efficient methods to get rid of the error, without any hassle.

First method: advanced settings:

  1. Close QuickBooks
  2. Go to internet explorer
  3. Open proceeds to tool tab present in main “menu bar”
  4. Go to internet options
  5. Choose “advanced tab”
  6. Choose restore advanced settings tab
  7. Exit window and re-login to QuickBooks


Second method: configuration of firewall or any third-party application:
Some of the files which require intent connectivity are:

  1. QBGDSPlugin.exe
  2. QBDBMgrN.exe
  3. FileManagement.exe
  4. QBW32.exe


Third method: rectification of QuickBooks desktop and internet explorer settings:
It is essential for any QuickBooks user to do a regular verification of QuickBooks desktop and internet explorer settings and update the same with the newest update available.


All the solutions or methods mentioned above are some of the most efficient and accurate troubleshooting methods to quickly get rid of QuickBooks error 12157. In case you are still clouded with queries and concerns, you can get in touch with us by placing a call at (1-855-856-0042).

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