How to fix corrupted data on PS4

When you try to play games with PS4, this error prompt frequently appears. If the database is corrupted, you will stop playing any PS4 games. The same applies to the PS4 data corruption. You can't also play the game that reports the error.

Both of these are undesirable. However, the steps below may rectify the errors you get.

PS4 corrupted database error

The PS4 database is an organized repository of data about your device. The interaction between your device and the database allows you to access, modify, or update data. It cannot be enjoyable when your PS4's database is corrupted.

Signs of a corrupted data storage:

• PS4 warns that the database has been corrupted and prompts for a restart.
• It takes a while for the game to load. This situation is unusual.
• Your PS4 won't read the disc.
• Navigation through the menu is slow.
• Stuttering when playing video games.

Causes Of Database Corruption:

• Sub-platform corruption
• File header corruption
• Storage media corruption
• Power outage
• Hardware failure

There are many other possible causes, but we won't go into detail. It is time to find the solutions after understanding the causes and symptoms.

Repair corrupted database on PS4

You can still turn on your PS4 with the corrupted data error. However, this is a different problem than if it doesn't work. Many users have found that rebuilding the PS4 database is the best way to fix corrupted data. Rebuilding the database scans your drive and creates a new database with all content. In Safe Mode, the "Rebuild Database" option is available. You will need to turn your device off and then boot into Safe Mode. These are the steps in detail:

1. Turn off the console. Wait until the white light turns completely dimming.
2. Hold down the power button until you hear two beeps. Your PS4 will then boot into Safe Mode.
3. Connect the USB cable to your PS4 controller.
4. Select "Rebuild Database" first, and then wait for the process complete.

Rebuilding the database will not fix a corrupted database due to system or hardware failures. There are two options for you in such situations:

• Repair the corrupt hard drive
• Start the PS4
• First, you need to remove the internal HDD from your PS4 carefully.
• Then, you can initialize your device using Safe Mode. However, initialization will reset the default settings and delete any data stored on the system storage. So be careful when making decisions.

Fix PS4 corrupted data

The corrupted data always refers to a particular game and not your PS4's database.

Signs of corrupted data in PS4:

• PS4 game crashes, the screen goes black, or the game is unable to load character
• Error message "Cannot continue using this application." The following application's data has been corrupted. You can delete the application from your PS4 and insert the disc again."
• Error message "Corrupted data - Could not load the saved data, it is corrupted."
• Encounter error codes like CE-37732-2 and NP-32062-3

Causes for PS4 data corruption:

• Malfunctioning or poorly functioning hard drive
• Data corruption in certain games that you have installed
• The downloaded file was not properly installed
• Data on the system could be corrupt
• Below are some ideas to fix corrupt data. They don't all have to be tried. You can choose the one that is most effective for you.

Remove the game's data by hand

A corrupted file likely causes the error message you get in your game. The best way to resolve the problem is to delete the files.

Step 1. Go to "Settings" > "System Storage Management" > "Saved Data" > "Media Player".

Step 2. You should see a corrupt data file.

Step 3. There's the "Options" button. Click on it and remove the data.

Step 4. Now, exit. Now close the Media Player app.

Remove the data and re-download it

The file that was downloaded wasn't properly installed on the system. It might be corrupted during the downloading process.

Step 1. Go to PS4 > Notifications > Downloads and choose the content.

Step 2. Next, click the "Options" button on your controller to delete the downloaded content.

Step 3. Try to re-download the files.

Attempt to reconstruct the data

Rebuilding a database can fix a host of problems on the PS4 and corrupted data.

Step 1. Connect the PS4 controller with a USB cable.

Step 2. Hold the power button on the PS4 console down until you hear the second beep.

Step 3. Release the button.

Step 4. Pick the "Rebuild database" option.

Let the process finish. Then, turn on your PS4 and check if the database has been rebuilt. If the error persists, it is worth initializing your PS4 to fix it.

How to avoid data loss on your Playstation

After fixing errors, sometimes data can be lost on your PS. This should remind you about the importance of data security. We recommend two ways to prevent data loss on your PS4.

Upgrade PS4 to a larger disk space

We strongly recommend backing up your PS4 drive or cloning it to a larger HDD to avoid data loss. You can quickly exhaust your PS3 or PS4 hard drive space by downloading demos, games, and HD videos. To improve your PS3 and PS4 systems, upgrade your PS3 or PS4 hard drives to a larger hard drive or SSD. A larger space will also prevent data corruption.