QuickBooks error 1603 is an update error that occurs when you are trying to update QuickBooks for the first time. This error will restrict you from viewing the financial reports. An error message pops up on the screen “Error 1603: the update installer has encountered an internal error” or “Error 1603: Fatal error during installation”. What are the reasons behind QuickBooks Update Error 1603 Below are the causes that will make you understand how QuickBooks update Error 1603 looks like as follows: 1. When the installer components of the Windows are missing. 2. If QuickBooks installation files are damaged or incomplete. 3. Damage in the Microsoft .Net Framework can also be the cause of QuickBooks Update error 1603. 4. If the components of Microsoft C++&MSXML are damaged. Steps to resolve QuickBooks Update Error 1603 You have to follow the steps written below to get rid of QuickBooks Update Error 1603: 1. Download QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool. 2. Download and install the Windows Update. 3. Launch the Windows Installer Service again. 4. Adjust Microsoft .Net Framework. 5. Re-install Microsoft C++&MSXML. If you are still facing any issues while applying the steps of QuickBooks Update Error 1603 and want a brief description of each and every step so that you will be able to resolve this error on your own. Then, you may contact our QuickBooks Error Tech Support 1-888-502-0363.