Fix Error Code: 80029c4a and 80029x4a for QuickBooks Desktop

Learn how to fix Error Code: 80029c4a and 80029x4a when opening QuickBooks Desktop.

If you see Error 80029c4a or 80029x4a and can’t open QuickBooks Desktop, update to the latest release of QuickBooks Desktop.

If you still get the error, check your antivirus software. If that doesn’t work, we’ll walk you through how to repair or reinstall QuickBooks Desktop if needed.

Solution 1: Check your antivirus settings

Some antivirus programs accidentally block QuickBooks from loading essential files.

Check the area of your program that lists blocked files (sometimes called your “quarantine”). Refer to your antivirus program for how to set permissions.

If you see any of the programs listed below in your quarantine, give them permission to go through your firewall.

Note: Most of these files are located in C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks (year). Files with (x86) in the location, such as C:\Program Files (x86)\Intuit\QuickBooks 20XX, are 64-bit versions.

If you still see error 80029c4a, proceed to Solution 2.

Solution 2: Repair and update QuickBooks Desktop

Use the QuickBooks Tool Hub to repair and update QuickBooks. This helps you make sure you have the most recent fixes and security updates.

Note: Check if you have multiple versions of QuickBooks Desktop on your computer. If you do, we recommend that you uninstall the ones you no longer use.

Solution 3: Reinstall QuickBooks Desktop

Reinstall QuickBooks Desktop to refresh the program files that cause the error 80029c4a. Doing this won’t affect your data.