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Nintendo Switch console error codes: software and update codes
Nintendo Switch console codes as Nintendo Support lists them, each with its meaning and the first safe check.
Update errors usually come down to storage, the network or a damaged download. Free space on the console by archiving software you do not play, run the connection test, restart the console and try the update again. Check the Nintendo Switch Online status page for service problems, and make sure the console's date and time are set automatically.
Nintendo Switch console code 2016-0403: meaning and exact next steps
2016-0403 means an error shown when trying to earn My Nintendo points from physical software, with the message "You cannot collect My Nintendo points for this software as the expiry date has passed." Nintendo says it means this physical software is no longer eligible for Gold Points.
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2139-0006 means an error Nintendo ties to this situation: on the Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console.
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2122-0082, 2124-3000, 2137-1508, 2260-0129, 2216-2003, 2142-1099, 2155-0400, 2206-1014, 2206-1015, 2134-0501, 2144-0001, 2165-1001, 2101-0002 means the console's system software is too old for the service, the feature or the transfer you tried
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2306-0819, 2124-3001, 2000-0000, 2219-0032, 2-BABBE-1000, 2162-0101, 2211-0524, 2306-0303 means the game must be updated before its online features work
Open recordSwitch software and system update codes
A game that will not start after an update may need the update applied again or the game redownloaded. Saved data is kept separately, so archiving or deleting the software does not delete the save, though a user deleting the save data does. If the error repeats, note the full code and contact Nintendo support.
Software errors on a Switch often involve the microSD card. A card that is full, unreliable or fitted loosely can cause games to fail to launch, updates to stall or saves to disappear. Remove the card, check it on a computer, and make sure that it is a supported type and size. If a game will not update, try deleting the software but keeping the save data, then download it again. Keep the console charged during updates and do not turn it off.
Will archiving a game delete my save?
No. Archiving removes the software but keeps the save data, so reinstalling restores your progress.
Why does my Switch update keep failing?
Low storage, a weak connection or a damaged download are the usual causes. Free space and try on a stronger connection.
Can a microSD card cause errors?
Yes; check it and reseat it.