Error Codes: 2016-0601 to 2016-0602

Description:

  • An error code is received when trying to start a game on Nintendo Switch.

  • Error codes: 2016-0601 to 2016-0602.

Additional Information:

If a microSD card is inserted into the console, the save location will default to the microSD card when downloading or redownloading software.

What to Do:

  1. Ensure your console has the latest system version.

  2. Check for corrupt data.

  3. Delete the problematic software and then redownload it.

    • If the error is still displayed, continue below. Otherwise, continue using the console as normal.

Is a microSD card being used with the console?

Situation Not Resolved:

If the error persists with multiple microSD cards or while downloading directly to the system memory, the Nintendo Switch console may need to be inspected.

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  • No:
    • Situation Not Resolved: The Nintendo Switch console may need to be inspected. For further support and assistance please contact us here.