PlayStation Error Codes Explained: PSN Sign-In, Store, Downloads, and Updates

Use this guide to spot whether the failure is PSN status, account auth, storage/update state, or local network health and then fix in the safest order.

TL;DR

  • Check PSN service status when multiple features fail at once.
  • Update/download failures often relate to storage headroom and cache state.
  • Sign-in failures commonly relate to account auth or network time/DNS issues.
  • If one game fails but others work, treat it as game-service specific first.
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Symptoms / When you see this

  • CE-/NP-/SU-/WS- codes during downloads, updates, store, or sign-in.
  • Downloads hang or fail verification.
  • Store pages fail or purchases fail.

Root causes (grouped)

  • PSN outage/degradation.
  • Local network issues (DNS/TLS/time mismatch, packet loss).
  • Storage/update state (insufficient space, corrupted cache).
  • Account state (password changes, security checks, licensing).

Step-by-step fixes (safe, prioritized)

  • Confirm service status and retry later if degraded.
  • Restart console/router.
  • Confirm free storage headroom (updates need temp space).
  • Retry a failing download after a clean restart.
  • Verify sign-in credentials and any account verification requirements.
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What NOT to do

  • Do not delete save data unless you are sure what you are removing.
  • Do not repeatedly retry purchases during store instability.
  • Do not factory reset until you rule out service-side causes.

If it persists (escalation checklist)

  • Capture the full code and exact action (sign-in vs update vs store).
  • Test another network to isolate ISP/router blocks.
  • Use official account support if it follows the account.

Code directory within this guide

  • Prefixes are code families, not a complete diagnosis. The code page context matters.
Code Meaning Next step
CE-30005-8 HDD/installation error — This code indicates a problem related to storage access or game installation. Confirm storage/prerequisites; retry after restart
CE-34878-0 Application crash — This code indicates that an application unexpectedly stopped during execution. Follow the checklist on the code page
CE-36329-3 System software issue — This code indicates a system software-related issue affecting PlayStation functionality. Follow the checklist on the code page
NP-31805-7 License issue — This code indicates that a content license could not be validated by PlayStation Network. Follow the checklist on the code page
NP-31837-2 DLC access error — This code indicates that downloadable content could not be accessed or validated. Follow the checklist on the code page
SU-FC02 Update failed — This code indicates that a launcher or game update could not be completed. Confirm storage/prerequisites; retry after restart
WS-37368-7 Account banned — This code indicates that the account has been permanently restricted from PlayStation Network services. Follow the checklist on the code page
WS-37397-9 Account suspended — This code indicates that the PlayStation Network account has been temporarily suspended by the platform. Follow the checklist on the code page
WS-37398-0 Temporary ban — This code indicates that the account has been temporarily restricted from PlayStation Network services. Follow the checklist on the code page
WS-37403-7 Network error — This code indicates a network-related issue affecting PlayStation Network connectivity. Follow the checklist on the code page
WS-44750-0 Payment failed — This code indicates that a payment attempt through PlayStation Network could not be completed. Follow the checklist on the code page

Tip: If your exact code isn’t listed, use the closest hub link above and browse related prefixes or message patterns.

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FAQ

What do CE/NP/SU/WS prefixes mean?

They commonly indicate a code family. Exact meaning varies by scenario and console generation, so rely on context.

Why do downloads fail when streaming works?

Downloads and stores use different endpoints; failures can be storage/cache/state or service-side.

How much storage do updates need?

It varies by title and system. Updates often require temporary working space beyond the patch size.

Is changing DNS safe?

Generally safe as a test. If it doesn’t help, revert.

When should I contact support?

When issues follow the account across devices/networks or purchases/subscriptions are involved.

Can one game be down while PSN is up?

Yes. Game publishers run separate services; treat “one title only” issues as publisher-side first.

Why do errors reappear after reboot?

If the root cause is service-side, account state, or persistent cache state, reboots may not resolve it.

Fastest isolation test?

Try a different network (hotspot) and see if behavior changes.

References / Notes

  • Platform status page
  • Console network test tools
  • Official support for the exact code family
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