# Causes And Easy Troubleshooting for QuickBooks Error 15276
“What is QuickBooks Error 15276? What does it indicate, and how to get rid of it?” You should read the blog on Error 15276 through to the conclusion if you have many such questions and would like in-depth answers. This error can also be called QuickBooks Payroll Update Error 15276. QuickBooks puts an error while you are trying to update Payroll or QuickBooks to the latest update.
QuickBooks Error 15276 do not let the user to continue with the download or install process of QB payroll. The error code send message in either of the two ways-
**"Error 15276: The payroll update did not complete successfully. One of the files to be updated was in use and could not be replaced."**
OR can also display a message with words such as:
**"Error 15276: The update did not complete successfully. One of the files to be updated was in use and could not be replaced."**
>If you encounter any difficulty going through the blog or have higher queries, you should immediately contact the Payroll Customer Service at 855-955-19425
## What Are The Reasons for The Emergence of Error 15276 in QuickBooks?
There can be a couple of reasons for **[QuickBooks Error code- 15276](https://dataservicesolutions.com/blog/want-to-fix-QuickBooks-error-15276-payroll-update-error/)** to have a presence on your computer screen. Let us check out what these causes are:
* The file you are updating is open in the background and worked upon, hence refusing to get replaced by the newer one.
* The old version of the QuickBooks tax table is why you see the error.
* If your firewall set up is not properly set up, then an error can readily appear.
You need to know these causes to pick out the error. Now, let us understand how to troubleshoot efficiently.
**You can also read this blog - [QuickBooks Error 6129: Fix the Company File Error](https://hackmd.io/@imoscarjoe/quickbooks-error-6129)**
## Troubleshooting for Fixing QuickBooks Error Code 15276
If you want your QuickBooks Payroll to function correctly, you need to keep updating it now and then. If the updating causes a problem, follow the steps below to download your payroll update.
### Step 1: Get The QuickBooks Tools Hub
You must download the QuickBooks Tools Hub and install it on your PC. It is a tool that fixes a few common glitches occurring in QuickBooks. Use Windows 10, 64-bit for the optimal experience.
* You can use the tool hub when the QuickBooks is closed. So, firstly, close QuickBooks.
* Now download the latest version (1.5.0.0) of the QuickBooks Tool Hub.
* Secure your files by saving them in an easy-to-access location (like your Downloads folder or Windows desktop).
**Note:** Already have Tool Hub? Then, check its version by clicking on the Home tab. You will see the performance at the bottom.
* Launch the download (QuickBooksToolHub.exe).
* Obey the instructions on-screen to install and say yes to the terms and conditions.
* After installation, click on the icon on your Windows desktop to explore the tool hub.
After installation, you can open the tool hub and use its features like Quick Fix My Program.
### Step 2: Unleash The Quick Fix My Program Feature
* Select Program Problems from the QuickBooks tool hub.
* Hit Quick Fix My Program.
* Now, start QuickBooks Desktop and tap on your data file to open it.
* Now, it is time to download the latest tax table.

Once you perform these steps and update the tax table, you will notice the error is gone. If not, perform a clean install of QuickBooks in Selective Startup mode.
The above blog explained what QuickBooks Error 15276 is, the possible reasons for its occurrence, and the troubleshooting to download the payroll update. If the error is still there, the Payroll Customer Service is always open for you with your queries at **855-955-1942**.
**For more information, you can read a blog: [What is causing QuickBooks Payroll Not withholding Taxes?
](https://dataservicesolutions.com/blog/quickbooks-payroll-not-withholding-taxes/)**