Often QuickBooks users land upon unexpected errors that ultimately hinder the smooth processing of the software. One such error that we are going to talk about in this segment is QuickBooks payroll update error 12057. This error is basically a 12000 series error that is respite by the Microsoft Win32 internet application programming interface. Moreover, WinInet API is used by QuickBooks for accessing standard internet protocols like HTTP, FTP, and Gopher. Such an error can also be experienced when downloading or receiving the updates. A few factors are causing such an error, which we will elaborate on later in this segment. To learn further about such an error, make sure to stick around this segment till the end, or you can also get in touch with our technical support team at +1-888-351-0999, and our technical support professionals will ensure to answer all your queries immediately.

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What causes QuickBooks error 12057?

There are a few factors that can land you in such an error, let us evaluate:

• One of the basic causes can be in case the internet connection isn’t working properly.
• Another possible reason for the same can be if the network SSL configuration settings are incorrect.
• You can further come across such an error in case QuickBooks software fails to communicate with the Intuit servers.

Methods to resolve the payroll update error 12057

You can try performing the below set of steps to rectify the QB payroll update error 12057. Let us evaluate each of the methods one by one:

Method 1: Install Microsoft and QuickBooks updates

• The very first step is to close QuickBooks related programs
• You now have to close QuickBooks.
• Once done with that install Microsoft windows os updates.
• And then, restart the system.
• The next step is to open Quickbooks and head to the help menu.
• Also select the update QuickBooks tab.
• Select the options tab and click on the checkbox for yes enable QuickBooks automatic updates.
• Now, click on mark all.
• Select update now tab and also select get updates.
• Wait for the updates to complete.
• The last step is to close QuickBooks after the updates are complete.
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Method 2: Set the correct system date and time

At times, incorrect date and time can trigger an error in QuickBooks like 12057. Thus, in that situation, it is essential to check and configure the date and time using the steps below:

• To begin with, you need to close QuickBooks.
• After that, head to the control panel and click on the clock and region option.
• Now, click on the date and time and make the required changes.
• And lastly, you need to update the payroll again.

Conclusion!

Toward the end of this segment, we hope that the information shared in above might be of some help in getting rid of the QuickBooks error code 12057. However, if there is any query or if the user requires any sort of technical assistance, then in that case, feel free to contact our QuickBooks 24/7 Support at +1-888-351-0999, and we will provide you with immediate support and guidance.