Battlefield 6 beta game server issues and error codes explained

If you're encountering the Battlefield 6 game servers being full or are running into certain error codes, it shouldn't be surprising as the BF6 open beta is proving to be extremely popular. The promise of a free hands-on with Battlefield 6 months before release means there are hundreds of thousands of players trying to access the Battlefield 6 beta at once, and a queue is the only way to effectively handle this much traffic to the servers.

Thankfully the queues are progressing relatively quickly, so even if you find yourself behind 250,000+ others you should only have to wait a handful of minutes before you can connect. There are other possible glitches you could encounter, such as the games locked error, but currently most of those issues can be fixed with a simple restart.

If you want a better idea of what's going on I'll explain more below, as well as outline any Battlefield 6 error codes and fixes we currently know about. And, if you're looking for a Battlefield 6 server browser then there is one of sorts, so check that guide for the full details from the devs.

Can you fix the Battlefield 6 beta game servers full and queue error?

If the Battlefield 6 game servers are full, then you're placed into a queue and there's nothing you can do to skip this. This isn't really an error or glitch, it's simply a matter of BF6's servers not having the physical capacity to let you in. However, I've found the wait times aren't as bad as the queue number might otherwise suggest, and I've only had to wait 8-10 minutes at max, even when it said I was placed nearly 300K in a queue.

However, expect that to vary and likely get worse at peak times like the start of the open beta when more players will have access, and busy times like Friday and Saturday nights. Some of the GamesRadar team have reported waits closer to 20 minutes when the servers are really full. Check out the Battlefield 6 beta times to see exactly when it's live, and maybe try to play at quieter times to minimise your wait.

Battlefield 6 error codes

There are plenty of Battlefield 6 errors at the moment, with nearly all of them seemingly to do with the overloaded servers. For the most part, despite various effects and things happening, the overriding fix for almost everything is to restart the game. Let's take a look at your error code options for BF6 below.

Battlefield 6 unavailable with party error code

The Battlefield 6 unavailable with party error code seems to be one of the more common errors stopping people from playing, with 'unavailable with party' appearing on the main menu and locking all game modes.

According to the official support from @BattlefieldComm on Twitter/X this error is something to do with not being able to matchmake after finishing a game because playlists are unavailable, and can be fixed by restarting the game.

Obviously that means you'll have to join a server queue again, but you will be able to get back in once the error has cleared. This does seem to be a common issue currently across all platforms with a restart seemingly the fix across the board.

Battlefield 6 games locked error

A number of players have encountered issues where they can get to the beta menu, but then all game modes on the screen are locked so can't be accessed. The main reason for this was identified as players trying to connect during the early access period when they didn't have the required permission to do so, which shouldn't be an issue now the open beta period is underway. If you still find yourself with games locked on the menu, try restarting the game and check the beta is currently running.

Battlefield 6 requires early access error

The Battlefield 6 requires early access error seems to be an intermittently reoccurring error where, if you had early access and had been playing, this message could appear and prevent you from joining another game. The fix is restarting the game and hoping it clears. There's some evidence that downloading the game specifically from EA's app if you're on PC can help, but that not much use for consoles.

Of course you need to have a code and a linked EA account to have early access, so if you saw the message for that reason that's an entirely different issue.

Battlefield 6 authentication and login errors

Battlefield 6 authentication and login errors relate to your EA account and problems with logins and connections. In terms of fixes you have a couple of options:

• Restart the game and the EA app if you're using it.
• Make sure you're signed into the correct EA account, and sign out of any other devices, platforms, or consoles.

Battlefield 6 connection and network errors

Battlefield 6 connection and network errors arise when there are issues with the EA servers, the EA app, or if your connection times out. To fix them you can try the following:

• Check the server status and platform’s network connection to ensure there isn't a scheduled down time, and check the Battlefield 6 beta times to make sure the game is live.
• Restart your game, and if that doesn't work restart your router as well. A wired connection will always be better than WiFi if you have the option, so consider trying that as well.
• In some cases you might need to adjust settings for things like your firewall (by excluding Battlefield 6 for example), or changing your NAT type if needed. There are only three levels - 1, 2, and 3 - and the lower the number the better. Finally, if you are using a VPN you might need to disable it.

Battlefield 6 matchmaking errors

Battlefield 6 matchmaking errors will prevent you joining a game, server, match, or party. Obviously the first thing to do is check the servers aren't full or down. After that you have these options:

• Check your game is up to date and install any updates if needed.
• Refresh the server list, or change any matchmaking filters you might have applied.
• Turn on Battlefield 6 crossplay if it isn't already.

Battlefield 6 D3D12CreateDevice error or start screen crash

If you get a crash on the start screen and a message stating 'D3D12CreateDevice failed' EA advise using the option to repair the game.

If you get a start screen crash with no error message, you can attempt to fix it by disabling the option to force randomization for images (Mandatory ASLR) globally or add an exception for bf6event.exe. This is a security option that can cause issues with BF6. To disable it you'll need to do the following:

• Go to App & Browser control in Windows Security and find Exploit Protection settings. In System Settings, turn off the Force Randomization for images (Mandatory ASLR) setting.
• Restart your PC and relaunch the game.

Battlefield 6 Secure Boot error

If you're playing on PC, then it's possible you could be met with a Secure Boot error message when starting up the game. This relates to the anticheat measures that can't be avoided, so check out our separate guide on how to enable Battlefield 6 Secure Boot for more help.

Want to prepare while you wait for the queue to elapse? Find out all the best Battlefield 6 weapons in multiplayer, or check out how to repair vehicles in Battlefield 6!

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