Do you came across to the QuickBooks error code 61686 and want a quick resolution for it? Don’t worry, this segment will help you in that. This error reflects an installation problem while setting up the QuickBooks updates. This error can be stirred up by corrupted .NET Framework files or damaged installer.

A registry issues in Windows may also lead to this error. To get to the root cause of the error and get attuned to the fixes for QuickBooks Error code 61686, read this article all to the end.

This error typically shows in the form of error messages given below:

Warning 1

‘’ The installer encountered an error when running “Drive:\Users\Owner\AppData\Local\Temp\Premier\QBooks” /quiet /norestart INSTALLDIR=”C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks 2011″ QB LICENSENUM=####-####-####-###’’

Warning 2

Location: “C:\Users\Owner\AppData\Local\Temp\Premier\QBooks\windowsinstaller-kb93803.exe ” EXEAdapter Error: InstallExe method received the system error from CreateProCess , command – “C:\Users\Owner\AppData\Local\Temp\Premier\QBooks\windowsinstaller-kb93803.exe” /quiet /norestart INSTALLDIR=”C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks 2011″ QB LICENSENUM=####-####-####-###

Major causes of QuickBooks Error Message 61686

The primary factors to which this error can be attributed to are:

  • One of the basic factor can be if a corrupted Microsoft.NET Framework file or an outdated version of the same.
  • Also, windows Registry is damaged or the QuickBooks entries in it are damaged may also lead to this error.
  • Third-party apps are causing the error by causing conflict with QuickBooks processes.

Workable Resolutions for QuickBooks Error Code 61686

Perform the following solutions to arrest this technical issue without any arduous efforts:

Resolution 1: Repair M.S .NET Framework

Damaged MS .NET Framework component can be a major cause of QuickBooks Error message 61686. Repairing the program can go a long way in fixing this error. The steps are:

  • The very first step, hit a click on the Start button and then go to the Control Panel.
  • From there, make a move to Programs and Features.
  • Heading forward, you need to select Turn on or off Windows features.
  • And then choose .NET Framework.
  • In the next step, check the settings for the.NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack 1 and.NET Framework 4.5 (or later).
  • Followed by hit a click on the box next to.NET Framework 4.5 or later to enable.NET Framework 4.5 (or later).
  • Moving ahead, hit a click on Ok.

  • Here you need to deselect the checkbox if.NET Framework 4.5 (or a later version) is already activated.
  • Later head towards hit a click on Ok.
  • Restart the computer and login in the administrator mode.
  • Also, visit the Control Panel again to turn on Framework 4.5.
  • Lastly, try to update QuickBooks Desktop.

You may read also: How to Troubleshoot QuickBooks Unrecoverable Error?

Resolution 2: Rename the file Framework.xml

The steps for renaming this file in pursuit to fix QuickBooks Error 61686 are:

  • Head to the QuickBooks folder and search for framework.xml file.
  • After that, hit a right-click on it and click on Rename.
  • You now have to add “.old” in the end of the filename.
  • And then, manually download the Framework.xml file from the internet.
  • In the last step, you need to save it in the QuickBooks folder.

Read More....!!!