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# Here’s A Complete Guide to Rectify QuickBooks Error 40003
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Using the payroll services without interruption in QuickBooks requires you to update these services frequently. Updating the Payroll services reduces the chances of errors/issues and improves the employee's satisfaction. When downloading these updates, some users experienced QuickBooks error 40003 on their screen. If you are also going through the same, you must follow this guide till the end.
This interruption occurs when downloading the updates due to a damaged company file or common network connection issues. Fixing these issues is necessary to complete the updation and continue using these services. Read this blog thoroughly to learn the best solutions you need to fix this error. 
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## What Causes Error Code 40003 in QB Desktop? 

The appearance of error 40003 interrupts the payroll updation and prevents you from running other related operations. Before trying to fix this error, you must know the causes behind it. 

Let’s get familiar with some of the common causes behind this error: 

* Some common network connections interrupt the payroll updation.
* The QB company file might get damaged or corrupted, which causes issues when updating the payroll services. 
* An outdated version of QuickBooks can also trigger error code 40003.

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## Suitable Methods to Troubleshoot Quickbooks Error Code 40003

After knowing what interrupts your payroll update, you must be looking for ways to fix it. Don’t worry; we’re here to help you. Below, we have provided some of the best solutions you should use to troubleshoot payroll update error 4003.
### Solution 1: Install the QuickBooks Program Again 

Reinstallation of QuickBooks fixes the damages in the company and program files. Sometimes, the damaged installation can cause issues when updating the payroll services. So, reinstalling the QB software will help you fix the same issues and run the update successfully. 
#### Step 1: Uninstall the QB Program 

* Open ‘Control Panel’ and go to ‘Uninstall a Program’ under ‘Program & Features.’
* From the list of programs installed on your system, select the version of QuickBooks you’re using. 
* Select ‘Uninstall/Change’ or ‘Remove’ and click ‘Next.’
#### Step 2: Install QB Desktop Again

* Go to where QuickBooks installation files are stored and open ‘QuickBooksexe.’
* Follow the instructions displayed on your screen. Agree with the product’s terms and conditions and click ‘Next.’
* Now, enter the products and license numbers and click ‘Next.’
* Select the ‘Express’ installation path and then click ‘Next.’
* Finally, click ‘Install.’

### Solution 2: Run QuickBooks File Doctor from the Tool Hub

* The QB File Doctor utility identifies and fixes the common network connection issues and any data damages in the company file. You must download and install the QB Tool Hub. Follow the steps below to learn how to download and install the tool hub and utilize QB File Doctor. 
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* Shut down QuickBooks and go to the official site of Intuit. 
* Download the newest version (1.6.0.3) of the QuickBooks tool hub and save the file in an easily accessible location in ‘File Explorer.’ 
* Go to the exact location and open the file you have recently downloaded (QuickBooksToolHub.exe). 
* Complete the installation of the tool hub by following the displayed instructions and accepting the product’s terms and conditions. 
* When done, double-click on the tool hub’s icon to open it. 
* Go to its menu bar and select ‘Company File Issus.’
* In the pop-up menu list, select ‘Run QuickBooks File Doctor.’
* Select the damaged company file from the dropdown. 
* Click the ‘Check your file’ button and hit ‘Next.’
* Finally, enter the admin password to give to your company file and click ‘Next.’

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