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Error 1720 : "A Problem Occurred With the Windows® Installer Package"
KBA-01287-SPBN8Z
Affects
QuarkXPress 6.x and 7.x
Windows XP and 2000
Summary
When I attempt to install I receive the error 'Error 1720 : A problem occurred with the Windows® Installer package. A script is required to complete the installation'. What can I do to resolve this issue?
Solution

Use one of the following solutions for the operating system installed on your workstation.

  • For Windows 2000: Download and install the Windows Script 5.6 for Windows 2000 and XP from the Microsoft® website.
  • For Windows XP: Download and install the Windows Script 5.7 for Windows XP from the Microsoft website.
Once you have installed the Windows Script for your system, restart the machine and install QuarkXPress.
Article ID
AE0359