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How to Fix Error Code VAL 46 on Valorant
It’s not always the server maintenance to blame
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Published onNovember 2, 2023
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Valorant errors significantly affect the gaming experience, especially any that terminate the active session, and one such is ValError code: 46.
The error message reads,Valorant is currently offline for scheduled maintenance. Please come back later once service resumes. Here, players actively gaming are kicked out of the session, while new ones can’t join and are presented with the error code on launch.
What is code 46 in Valorant?
Error code 46 in Valorant indicates server maintenance. Theofficial websitedescribes it as,planned downtime allotted for the engineers to work on our systems. For those wondering how long does Val 46 last, it may take anywhere between 2-4 hours.
How do I permanently fix the Val 46 error on Valorant?
Before we start with the slightly complex solutions, try these quick workarounds:
If none work, head to the fixes listed next.
1. Change the region in your Riot account
A lot of users reported getting the ValError code: 46after the gaming client automatically changed the region. While there’s no clarity as to why this happened, switching to the actual region helped fix things in no time!
For this, you will have toraise a ticket with Riot SupportunderAccount Management, Data Requests, and Deletion. Make sure to chooseNeed help changing Region of Residence/ Country assigned to accountas the inquiry.
2. Contact Valorant support
When nothing else works, and there’s no ongoing maintenance, it’s best that you contactValorant support.
They will either share a solution or a timeline as to when things should be up and running!
As you see, ValError code: 46has to do with the server side of things, and rarely is it related to a problem at your end. The ideal approach would be to wait for 2-4 hours or overnight, and Valorant should run fine the next day!
Some errors, sayValorant Error code: 51, are related to the VGC service, but we haven’t found any links in this case. Before you leave, check our list ofValorant error codes and fixesto enjoy uninterrupted gameplay.
For any queries or to share what worked for you, drop a comment below.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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