How to Rectify QuickBooks Payroll Update Error 15240?

You can run into the QuickBooks Update Error 15240 while updating QuickBooks Desktop or Payroll. There is no need to be concerned if you are facing this problem because this article provides all the corrective measures to resolve Error 15240 in QuickBooks payroll.

In QuickBooks, Error Code 15240 frequently appears when the settings for Internet Explorer are incorrectly configured. The system time and date being configured improperly can also cause this issue. Along with going through a thorough walkthrough to fix the Payroll Update Error 15240 in QuickBooks, let's go further into the numerous reasons why this error occurs.

What causes QuickBooks Error 15240?

The Payroll Update Error 15240 in QuickBooks may occur for a number of reasons. The following is a list of the most notable ones to note:

• A few modifications to the QuickBooks Desktop application.
• Malware or viruses are affecting crucial QB-related files.
• Misconfigured Internet Explorer
• Damaged or corrupted download files.
• Inadvertent deletion of significant QuickBooks data.
• Incorrectly set Date & Time on your computer.
• Firewall configurations impede QuickBooks's efficient operation.

Steps to Resolve QuickBooks Desktop Error 15240

Now that we've covered the many potential reasons of QuickBooks Payroll Update Error 15240, let's go deep into the numerous troubleshooting techniques to fix this error.

Solution 1: Grant Permissions for QuickBooks Installation Folder

• Close the QuickBooks programme and start Windows File Manager.
• In the "C:Program Files" folder, right-click the Intuit folder.
• From the 'Properties' menu, choose the 'Advanced' tab.
• Confirm that the owner has access to the "User Group."
• Next, select Change left to the Owners section under "Advanced Security Settings."
• Enter the Usernames in the "Enter the object name to choose section" box now, and then click "Check Names."
• Select "OK."
• Checkmark the option to Replace owner on sub containers and objects.
• Next, select "OK" before selecting "Apply."
• Select "Users" under "Permissions" from the drop-down menu, then click "Full Control."
• Once more click "Apply," then select "OK."
• You now need to go for the reinstallation of the updates again. Repeat the previous process on the folders listed below if the problem still exists.

1. C : Users Your User Name AppData Local Intuit
2. If using a 64-bit system,
3. C : Program Files (x86) Common Files Intuit
4. C :Program Files Common Files Intuit
5. C : ProgramData Intuit

Solution 2: Alter Security Settings of Internet Explorer

• Launch Internet Explorer. Once it is open, advance to the "Tools" tab.
• Choose the "Advanced" tab.
• Check the boxes next to "Use SSL 3.0" and "Use SSL 2.0" in the "Security" section.

• Following that, select "Apply" and then "OK."
• Check to see if the QuickBooks Payroll Update Error 15240 been resolved.

Solution 3: Add QuickBooks Executable Files as exceptions in Windows Firewall

• Switch on Windows Firewall.
• Select "settings."
• If the processes "qbw32.exe" and "qbupdate.exe" are listed as restricted programs, remove all limitations from them.
• By including these files to the list of exceptions, you can achieve the same result.
• Check to see if ports 80 and 443 are being blocked by your firewall.

Solution 4: Run QuickBooks as an Admin

• Close QuickBooks Desktop, perform a right-click on the icon, and choose "Run as administrator" from the menu.

• Select "Yes" to grant the user permissions.
• Open the software, then update QuickBooks payroll once more to see if the issue was resolved.

Solution 5: The date and time on your system should be corrected

• Hold down the "Win + R" keys simultaneously to launch the "Run" window.
• Type "Control" to access the "Control Panel."
• Head for the "Clock & Region" followed by advancing to "Date and Time".

• Make that the system's time and date are accurate. If not, then choose ‘’Adjust date and time" and alter the date and time to current.
• To accept the changes, click "OK."

We have given you all the necessary information on how to fix QuickBooks Update Error 15240. Reach out to our QuickBooks payroll error support staff at 1-888-368-8874 if you have any doubts or queries, or if you face any issues while performing the steps. We have trained experts who are ready around-the-clock to answer any questions you may have about QuickBooks.