Installation Error code 1402 is a direct indication to the user that there is some update issue in QuickBooks Desktop. This error is often seen as an error message “Error 1402: Could not open key”. Notably, the main causes triggering it can be damaged Windows components, Windows registry key being corrupted, installer files, or incorrect internet settings. In this article, we have discussed about QuickBooks error code 1402 and it’s causes with possible solutions.
Common triggers of QuickBooks Error 1402
The various causes of this QuickBooks installation are:
• Damaged components like MSXML and NET Framework.
• Malware affecting the system files
• QuickBooks previous installation was partial due to an abrupt shutdown.
• The QB installer files are corrupted.
Methods of fixing QuickBooks Error 1402
This QuickBooks update error 1402 can be rectified using following methods.
Method 1: Use Safe mode to update QuickBooks
The procedure for accomplishing the update process in the safe mode is:
• From the start menu, click on the Search tab, and following that, proceed by typing “msconfig”. Next, open the System Configuration by clicking on it.
• Soon after, opt for Selective startup checkbox and Load Services checkbox.
• Then, click on the Apply tab.
• Now, go for the system restart and once done, continue tapping F8 key to show the Advanced Boot Options.
• Afterwards, press Enter upon taking the cursor to the Safe mode with Networking option.
• Now, try to manually update QuickBooks from the intuit website.

Conclusion
This article presented different methods to help users fix QuickBooks Error code 1402. For any queries, reach out to our QuickBooks desktop error support team of experts at 1-800-615-2347.