QuickBooks Error 15243: Fix FCS Service Is Disabled

Having trouble due to QuickBooks error 15243? want to fix FCS services is disabled? Here we are to aid you with this blog. QuickBooks error 15243 normally arrives when you are trying to install a program. During the error, the user is informed about updated patches that are not integrated into the software due to some problem. We have provided here the detailed solution to fix the error 15243, along with the causes. So, read the complete article and get your issue resolved. If you need help or suggestion contact us toll-free: +1-844-405-0904

QuickBooks error 15243 is related to the QuickBooks FCS (File Copy Service) that is not working properly. To fix the QuickBooks issue, you need to get the software back in the previous state and resolve the FCS problem fastly as possible. Intuit has recommended some solutions which can correct the error with expert guidance from QuickBooks ProAdvisors. Follow the resolution steps in the given sequence so that the best results can be obtained.

Symptoms of QuickBooks Error 15243

• This error occurs and crashes an active program window.
• PC crashes while running the same program.
• The error message 15243 often appears on the display screen.
• Slow and inactive windows and the mouse slowly responds to your commands.
• The computer periodically freezes for some seconds.

Causes of QuickBooks Error 15243

QuickBooks error 15243 may occur due to several factors. It is necessary to examine all factors before starting troubleshooting. Given below are some of the reasons that led to update error 15243.

• A defective download/ incomplete QuickBooks installation.
• The corruption in the Windows registry was caused by recent QuickBooks-related software changes, perhaps an installation or uninstallation.
• A virus/malware infection corrupted Windows system files / QuickBooks-related program files.
• QuickBooks files are maliciously or accidentally deleted by another program.
• If Quickbooks File Copy Service (FCS) is not working properly or may not be responding.
• If the files are blocked by the Anti-Virus.
• It occurs due to a corrupted window registry.
• In case QuickBooks FCS is damaged.
• QuickBooks payroll is not updated or upgraded to the latest version.

Points to be considered before troubleshooting QuickBooks error 15243

Before fixing the error 15243 you should perform two main steps:

• First, create the backup of the QuickBooks company file. For this, follow the given steps:
  • Open the QuickBooks software.
  • Go to the file menu.
  • Now tap on the backup company.
  • Next, choose to create local backup.
• Update QuickBooks Desktop
  • Close all the applications.
  • Open the QuickBooks and move to the help menu.
  • Next, select Update QuickBooks Desktop and tap on it.
  • Select the option in order to get updates.
  • Now click on the close button after updating QuickBooks successfully.

Solutions To Fix QuickBooks Error 15243

Solution 1: Repair Registry Entries Affiliated with Error 15243

• Click on the Start icon(like four flags).
• You can do open the start button and search the “command” in the search area.
• Don’t press the Enter key.
• Now, press and hold the ctrl-shift key together at the same. These keys are located on the left side of the keyboard.
• Then open the box that is with the permission dialog box. You will be prompted and press the Enter key.
• You see on the screen the cursor is blinking and a black box open sees on the screen.
• Write “regedit” and click Enter.
• To get back up in Registry Editor, select Error 15243-related error, and select Export from the File menu.
• Choose the folder where you want to save the QuickBooks backup key, in a “Save In” list, in the file name box, type a name for your backup file, such as “QuickBooks Backup” to ensure that the “Selected Branch” is select in the Export Range box and save the files.
• Now do first save the files with a .reg file domain. Now, you have a backup of your QuickBooks-related register entry.

Solution 2: Do a Full Malware Scan of the PC

One chance that your 15243 error may be related to a malware infection on your PC. These malicious intruders may harm files, corrupt or even remove Runtime Errors. Besides, there is a possibility that the 15243 error is related to a component of the malicious program you are experiencing.

Solution 3: Remove Junk files from your System with Disk Cleanup

Learn How to run Disk Cleanup (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10)

• Click on the Start icon(like four flags).
• You can do open the start button and search the “command” in the search area.
• Don’t press the Enter key.
• Now, press and hold the ctrl-shift keys together at the same. These keys are located on the left side of the keyboard.
• Then open the box that is with the permission dialog box. You will be prompted and press the Enter key.
• You see in the screen the cursor is blinking and a black box open sees on the screen.
• Write “cleanmgr” and click Enter.
• Disk Cleanup will begin to calculate how much disk space you can recover.
• Disk Cleanup dialog box will appear with a series of checkboxes that you can choose. In most cases, the “temporary files” category will occupy most disk space.
• Check the boxes of a section that you want to clear and click OK.

Solution 4: Update your system Driver

Solution 5: Restore Windows System to “Undo” Recent System Changes

• Click on the Start button.
• On the search area, write system restores and press ENTER.
• In the results, press System Restore.
• Enter an authority password.
• Follow the steps in the wizard to select the restore point & Backup your computer.

Solution 6: Uninstall and reinstall the QuickBooks program associated with Error 15243

Step for Windows 7 and Windows Vista:

• Click on Start and open Programs on the start menu.
• Select the Control panel right side of the menu.
• After that click on Program and Features.
• Find out the Quickbooks Error 15243-associated program (eg. QuickBooks) in the Name column.
• Press on QuickBooks-associated entry. Press on the Uninstall/Change button on top of the menu.
• Follow the on-screen guideline to complete the uninstallation of QuickBooks Error 15243-associated program.

Step for Windows 8

• Click on the left side of your screen on the 4 flag image to Open Start Menu.
• Select Program and Features.
• Find out the Quickbooks Error 15243-associated program (eg. QuickBooks) in the Name column.
• Press on QuickBooks-associated entry. Press on the Uninstall/change button on top of the menu.
• Follow the on-screen guideline to complete the uninstallation of QuickBooks Error 15243-associated program.

Solution 7: Repair QuickBooks FCS

• Open the Run command window by pressing Windows + R.
• Now after appearing the run window on the screen then type “COMPMGMT.MSC” and hit the enter button.
• Now list of services will be displayed on the screen.
• Next, search for the file name Intuit QuickBooks FCS.
• Now, you need to click on the Manual under the Startup Type section.
• After doing the above steps, you need to click on the apply button and then click on OK.

After uninstalling successfully. Reinstall QuickBooks according to Intuit Guidelines. If you are still facing this error, contact our QuickBooks Support +1-844-405-0904 toll-free.