The payroll not updating issue is quite serious as you might lose your unsaved data or fail to calculate the tax due to outdated tax rates.

First, check your internet connection to ensure it's stable. Then, restart QuickBooks and try updating again. If that doesn't work, manually download the latest payroll update from the QuickBooks website.

Also, ensure your antivirus or firewall isn't blocking the update process and verify that your QuickBooks is up to date with the latest software version. These steps usually resolve update issues and ensure your payroll software stays current.

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