why am i getting error 119 on files? everything work two days ago. Now when I try to open a tax file created 2 days ago i get error 119.

[thewiz54]

also all my stored files for 2023 are now saying error 119. hardware is corrupt, and hardware is working fine.  TurboTax is up to date.  Michigan is installed.  thanks john

[VolvoGirl]

Did you have to reinstall 2024?

For error codes 190 and 119

After you get the program installed or reinstalled the first thing to do before you open your tax return is to update the program and install any state programs you had. Then open your file. So you first might need to start a fake return to be able to download the state program (go to File-New Tax Return).

Then go to FILE -Open and find your return.

See this article on how to move your tax return to another computer…….

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-data-file/help/how-do-i-move-my-tax-data-file-to-another-compu...

After you get the state program downloaded you can close the fake return and open the real .tax file.  Just go up to File-Open and try to open your return.   It will either show up in the box to Continue or you can browse to where it is.  

[Booogers]

Here is the solution.   The problem is Microsoft C++.  If TurboTax won't open after upgrading to Windows 11, try running the installer as an administrator, updating Windows, or repairing the Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable package. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown of potential solutions:

1. Run TurboTax Installer as Administrator:

Right-click: the TurboTax .exe file and select "Run as administrator".

This can help bypass certain permissions or restrictions that might be causing the issue. 

2. Update Windows:

Ensure your Windows 11 installation is up-to-date by checking for updates.

Reboot your computer after installing any updates. 

3. Repair Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable:

Search for: "Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable" in the Windows search bar.

Right-click: the entry and select "Repair".

This can resolve compatibility issues that might be preventing TurboTax from launching.