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WS-117224-7

Two-Step Verification Problem

WS-117224-7 means there is a problem with two-step verification on your account, which then blocks sign-in to PSN on the PS5. It commonly follows a changed or unlinked authenticator app, a new phone number for SMS codes, or security settings altered on another device. The fix is done in a browser: sign in to your Sony account, turn two-step verification off, sign in on the PS5, then re-enable it. Backup codes saved at setup are the lifeline if you cannot receive a code at all.

What causes this error

  • Authenticator app changed or unlinked
  • Phone number used for SMS verification changed
  • Account security settings were modified on another device

How to fix WS-117224-7

  1. 1

    Sign in to your Sony account at account.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com using a browser.

  2. 2

    Go to Security and disable two-step verification temporarily.

  3. 3

    Sign in to PSN on the PS5, then re-enable two-step verification in your browser account settings.

  4. 4

    If you cannot sign in at all, use the backup codes provided when you first set up two-step verification.

  5. 5

    If you do not have backup codes, contact PlayStation Support for account recovery assistance.

FAQ

What causes PS5 error WS-117224-7?

Authenticator app changed or unlinked Phone number used for SMS verification changed Account security settings were modified on another device

How do I fix PS5 error WS-117224-7?

Sign in to your Sony account at account.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com using a browser. Go to Security and disable two-step verification temporarily. Sign in to PSN on the PS5, then re-enable two-step verification in your browser account settings. If you cannot sign in at all, use the backup codes provided when you first set up two-step verification. If you do not have backup codes, contact PlayStation Support for account recovery assistance.

Do I need to reset my PS5 to fix this error?

A full factory reset is rarely needed. Start with the basic steps: restart the console, check for updates, and rebuild the database in Safe Mode. Only contact PlayStation Support or consider a reset if all other steps fail.

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