Troubleshoot The QuickBooks Update Error 1328 With Ease

QuickBooks has been in the market for quite some time. It has survived even after facing stiff competition from a large number of ace financial managers. Its survival can only be credited to its fantastic performance. However, this does not mean that it is immune to errors. In this blog, we will cover the QuickBooks Update Error 1328.

QuickBooks Error 1328 is highly common, and it occurs while updating the QuickBooks Software. It is essential to know the cause of this error in order to get rid of it.

Some of the Possible Reasons for the QuickBooks Error code 1328:

• The downloading process is erroneous.
• QB files get corrupted due to Error 1328 QuickBooks.
• Network error hampers the downloading process and the installation process also gets incomplete.
• There is a malfunction in the system that causes an infectious attack in the software.
• Inability to uninstall a software application that will leave invalid entries in Windows.
• Attack of a malware or virus causing the QuickBooks Update Error 1328.
• Improper installation leads to shutdown due to power failure.

Now that you know the reasons, let us now provide you with the ways to fix QuickBooks Error 1328. 

Fixing the QuickBooks Update Error 1328

Method 1: Locate the config.msi File

1. Right-click on the start key button and then click on Explore;
2. Double-click on the ‘C’ drive key;
3.  All hidden files or folders will get displayed;
4.  Click on tools options & after that choose the folder;
5. Click to view the tab option & then select all hidden files and folders;
6. Click to apply all changes you have made & press the OK button;
7.  All necessary system files will start operating;
8. Right-click on config.msi & rename it;
9. At the end of a filename, add old ^ and hit the enter key button;
10. This will hide and protect your operating system files including all necessary hidden files & folders on your system.

Also read: QuickBooks File Doctor

Method 2: Use Registry Repair Tool

1. First, apply any registry repair tool and repair the damaged registry Entries that are related to the QuickBooks application;
2. Use a malware removal tool to fix any type of malware infectious attack from your system, and get rid of all malware attacks from a computer device;
3. Remove all the unwanted or junk files which are present in your system;
4. Uninstall all the outdated PC Device Drivers;
5. Restore by using the “Undo” option through Recent System Changes (this applies to your Windows System);
6. First, you need to uninstall and then reinstall the QuickBooks application;
7. Run the Windows System File Checker by using scan;
8. Get ready to install all essential Windows Updates.

Method 3: Repair QuickBooks Installation Process

1.  Log in through the windows by seeking administrative permission;
2. Open the Windows control panel tab, select programs & features;
3.  Locate the QuickBooks product heading section, choose it, & then click to uninstall them by changing any button;
4. Select the Repair tab, when the QuickBooks installer appears;
5. Run a QB application on the system, apply patch when completed;
6. The patch will be applied to a fortunate user;
7. If trouble persists, take technical guidance or go to the next solution.

Method 4: Reinstall Using a Clean Installation

1. Uninstall QuickBooks Software;
2. Make a clean installation of the accounting software process;
3. Select one of the options given below;
4. The first option is – Install QuickBook directly from the installation CD drive;

The second option is – Install QuickBooks software through a downloaded file as given into your computer;

The third option is – Install QuickBooks software from a CD;

The fourth option is – Download or simply install the QuickBooks program with the help of a manual guide or ask for expert advice.

Method 5: Use QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool

1. Download and install QuickBooks Install Diagnostic tool;
2. Save the file on your Desktop;
3. Close all the open programs and then run the QBInstall tool. (Installation process takes up to 20 minutes to complete depending on internet speed and computer’s performance;
4. Finally, restart the system after running the tool to ensure the components are properly updated.

Note: While downloading the latest QuickBooks upgrades, a user receives an error message -“error 1328 followed by error 2350: FDI host“. This error occurs while updating to the newest release of “QuickBooks Point of Sale V18 or V12” but it fails to install the upgrade.

Here are two procedures that may help resolve this issue:

1. Rename the file to “C:\Config.MSU\PTFB53.tmp” then proceed to reinstall the patch.
2. Perform a clean reinstall of Point of Sale then update or apply the patch again.

To sum it all up, the major causes of the QuickBooks Error code 1328 are external. These can be solved by simple techniques or with the help of a diagnostic tool. Apart from that, if you follow the procedures mentioned in the blog but are still affected by the QuickBooks Update Error 1328, then get in touch with QuickBooks Support. Drop them a mail or give them a call, and an expert would be assigned to you by QuickBooks Support who will help you resolve the issue.