Quick Summary
Error code CE-34878-0 on the PS4 indicates that a game or application has crashed. This can be due to various software or hardware issues, leading to unexpected termination of the program.
Common Causes
- Corrupted Game Data: Damaged or incomplete game files can cause instability and crashes during gameplay.
- Software Glitches: Temporary software bugs or conflicts within the PS4 system software or the game itself can lead to crashes.
- Insufficient System Resources: The PS4 may not have enough memory or processing power to handle the demands of the game, especially during graphically intensive scenes or complex calculations.
- Hardware Issues: In rare cases, the crash may be caused by a hardware fault, such as a faulty hard drive or overheating issues.
Step-by-Step Fixes
Method 1: Restart the Application
Step 1: Close the application that caused the error.
Step 2: From the PS4 home screen, highlight the application.
Step 3: Press the Options button on your controller.
Step 4: Select 'Close Application'.
Step 5: Restart the application to see if the issue is resolved.
Method 2: Restart the PS4 System
Step 1: Press and hold the PS button on your controller to open the Quick Menu.
Step 2: Select 'Power'.
Step 3: Select 'Restart' to reboot the PS4 system.
Method 3: Install the Latest System Software and Game Updates
Step 1: Go to 'Settings' from the PS4 home screen.
Step 2: Select 'System Software Update'.
Step 3: Install any available updates.
Step 4: Highlight the game that is crashing.
Step 5: Press the Options button and select 'Check for Update'. Install any game updates.
Method 4: Rebuild the Database
Step 1: Turn off your PS4 completely. Do not enter rest mode.
Step 2: Press and hold the power button until you hear two beeps (the second beep will occur about 7 seconds after the first).
Step 3: Connect your DualShock 4 controller to the PS4 with a USB cable.
Step 4: Press the PS button on the controller.
Step 5: Select 'Rebuild Database' from the Safe Mode menu. This process may take some time, so be patient.
Method 5: Reinstall the Game
Step 1: From the PS4 home screen, highlight the game.
Step 2: Press the Options button on your controller.
Step 3: Select 'Delete'.
Step 4: Reinstall the game from the PlayStation Store or the game disc.
Method 6: Initialize PS4 (Factory Reset)
Step 1: Back up your saved data to an external storage device or the PlayStation Network Cloud.
Step 2: Go to 'Settings' from the PS4 home screen.
Step 3: Select 'Initialization'.
Step 4: Select 'Initialize PS4'.
Step 5: Choose 'Full' for the most thorough cleaning. Note this will erase all data on your console.
Step 6: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initialization process.