QuickBooks is a widely used accounting software for businesses of all sizes. However, sometimes QuickBooks may encounter errors, such as the BEX error, which can cause the program to stop working. The BEX error is a common error that occurs when QuickBooks encounters an issue with the DEP (Data Execution Prevention) settings in Windows.
If you're facing the QuickBooks BEX error and the program has stopped working, follow these troubleshooting steps:
Update QuickBooks: Make sure that you have the latest version of QuickBooks installed on your computer. Sometimes, outdated software can cause errors.
Restart your computer: Restarting your computer can help clear up any temporary files or issues that might be causing the error.
Add QuickBooks to DEP Exception List: To add QuickBooks to the DEP exception list, follow these steps:
a. Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
b. Type sysdm.cpl and press Enter.
c. Click on the Advanced tab and then click on the Settings button under the Performance section.
d. Click on the Data Execution Prevention tab and then click on the "Turn on DEP for all programs and services except those I select" option.
e. Click on the Add button and then browse to the QuickBooks executable file. This file is usually located in the C:\Program Files\Intuit\QuickBooks folder.
f. Select the QuickBooks executable file and click on the Open button.
g. Click on the Apply button and then click on the OK button to close all the windows.
Disable antivirus and firewall temporarily: Sometimes, your antivirus or firewall can interfere with QuickBooks and cause the BEX error. Try disabling your antivirus and firewall temporarily and see if it resolves the issue.
Repair QuickBooks: If none of the above steps work, you may need to repair QuickBooks. To do this, follow these steps:
a. Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
b. Type appwiz.cpl and press Enter.
c. Find QuickBooks in the list of installed programs and select it.
d. Click on the Repair button and follow the on-screen instructions to repair QuickBooks.
By following these steps, you should be able to troubleshoot and fix the
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