Typical Sage 50 Errors and Their Solutions

Sage 50 is a comprehensive accounting software, but like any application, users may encounter problems. This guide covers the most common Sage 50 glitches and provides practical solutions to fix them.

1. Sage 50 Error 1402 - Installation Error

This issue typically occurs during setup and relates to Windows registry permissions.

Solution:

1. Press Windows + R, type regedit, and press Enter


2. Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Installer\UserData


3. Right-click the UserData folder and select Permissions


4. Add your user account with Full Control rights


5. Click Apply and OK


6. Restart your computer and retry the installation

2. Sage 50 Error 1603 - Fatal Error During Installation

This critical error prevents Sage 50 from installing properly.

How to Fix:

1. Run the installer as Administrator


2. Temporarily disable your security software


3. Ensure you have at least 4 GB of free disk space


4. Clean temporary files using Disk Cleanup


5. Download and install the latest Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable


6. Try installing again

3. Sage 50 Error 1328 - Missing or Corrupted File

This issue indicates a corrupted installation file.

How to Fix:

1. Note which file is reported as missing


2. Completely uninstall Sage 50 using the Control Panel


3. Delete any remaining Sage 50 Pro support 50 folders in Program Files


4. Download a fresh copy of the Sage 50 installer


5. Run the new installer as Administrator

4. Sage 50 Error 1719 - Windows Installer Service Error

This problem relates to the Windows Installer service not running properly.

How to Fix:

1. Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter


2. Locate the Windows Installer service


3. Right-click and select Properties


4. Set Startup type to Automatic


5. Click Start if the service isn't running


6. Click Apply and OK


7. Restart your computer

5. Sage 50 Error 1935 - Assembly Installation Failure

This error occurs during installation of .NET Framework components.

Resolution:

1. Run Windows Update and install all available updates


2. Download and run the .NET Framework Repair Tool


3. Run the System File Checker (sfc /scannow)


4. Disable any third-party security software temporarily


5. Try installing Sage 50 again

6. Sage 50 Error 1904 - Registry Key Failure

This error indicates permission issues with registry keys.

Resolution:

1. Press Windows + R, type regedit, and press Enter


2. Navigate to the key mentioned in the error message


3. Right-click the key and select Permissions


4. Add your user account with Full Control


5. Click Apply and OK


6. Restart your computer and try again

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