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Baldur's Gate 3 Error Codes

Baldur's Gate 3 error codes are mostly about saves and the connection to Larian's servers. 119120612 is the notorious 'access denied' save/connection error; 516 and 544 are save/crash problems. Here's what each means and how to fix it.

Error codes

119120612 Access denied / couldn't connect or save

Cause: A permissions or connection problem reaching Larian's servers, or a blocked save location — common on PC (antivirus/OneDrive) and during cross-save.

Fix:
  1. Move saves out of a synced folder (OneDrive/Documents cloud sync) or pause that sync.
  2. Run the game as Administrator and add it to antivirus exceptions.
  3. Check Larian's server status; disable VPN and retry.
516 The game can't save

Cause: BG3 couldn't write the save file — a full disk, a protected/synced save folder, or corrupted save data.

Fix:
  1. Free up disk space.
  2. Move saves out of a cloud-synced folder and disable read-only.
  3. Verify game files; create a new save slot.
544 Crash / connection error (common on PS5)

Cause: A crash or a dropped connection to the servers during cross-save or online play.

Fix:
  1. Restart the console and the game.
  2. Rebuild the PS5 database in Safe Mode.
  3. Check Larian server status; retry once it's clear.
804 Server connection error

Cause: The game couldn't reach Larian's servers, often server load, maintenance, or a network block.

Fix:
  1. Check Larian's server status page/X.
  2. Restart your router; disable VPN/proxy.
  3. Retry off-peak — it's often server-side.
Failed to verify game files / verification error A game file is corrupted or missing

Cause: An interrupted update or damaged install data.

Fix:
  1. Verify/repair the game files in Steam/GOG.
  2. Update the game and GPU drivers.
  3. Reinstall the affected files if verification keeps failing.
LS-0013 / crash on launch (PC) The game crashes when starting

Cause: Outdated GPU drivers, a missing DirectX/Visual C++ runtime, or a mod conflict.

Fix:
  1. Update GPU drivers; install the latest DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributables.
  2. Disable mods and the script extender, then relaunch clean.
  3. Switch between DirectX 11 and Vulkan at launch.

Fixes that work for most Baldur's Gate 3 errors

  1. Check the platform's official status page (status.playstation.com, Xbox status, Nintendo network status, Battle.net status) — if the network is down, no local fix will help.
  2. Fully power-cycle the console or PC and restart your router; on PC flush DNS (Command Prompt: ipconfig /flushdns).
  3. Make sure the system software and the app/game are fully updated — many codes are just an out-of-date client.
  4. Rebuild the database / clear the cache (PS5 Safe Mode, Xbox 'clear local saved games', Switch 'delete software then reinstall keeping saves') if a specific app keeps failing.
  5. Try a wired Ethernet connection and set NAT/UPnP to Open — a large share of platform codes are strict-NAT or blocked-port problems.

FAQ

How do I fix Baldur's Gate 3 error 119120612?

119120612 is an 'access denied' save/connection error. Move your saves out of a cloud-synced folder (OneDrive/Documents sync) or pause that sync, run the game as Administrator with an antivirus exception, and check Larian's server status while disabling any VPN.

Why can't Baldur's Gate 3 save (error 516)?

Error 516 means the game can't write the save file. Free up disk space, move saves out of a cloud-synced or read-only folder, verify the game files, and try a new save slot.

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