Additionally, incorrect privacy settings or issues with the network’s NAT type may also trigger this error. Now, let’s explain each solution in detail with proper instructions, so new users can understand.
1. Create a New Roblox Account (without DOB restrictions)
The main cause of Error Code 103 is a Date of Birth issue, where the account’s age does not meet Roblox’s minimum age requirements for some games. By creating a new account and setting the birthdate to 13 years or older, you get full access to these games. This avoids age-related content filtering and privacy restrictions that block younger accounts from accessing certain features.
2. Allow the “Content From Other People” Option (Xbox Only)
If the error occurs with a child account, it is likely due to a privacy setting on the parent account. The “Content From Other People” option might be off, stopping the child account from accessing user-generated content in Roblox. Enable this option to allow interaction with content from others, which is needed for most Roblox games.
3. Set-up Port Forwarding for Roblox (Advanced Users Only)
Roblox requires specific ports to be open for proper communication between the game servers and your network. Sometimes, these ports may be blocked or restricted by your router. By manually forwarding the necessary ports, you ensure that Roblox has a direct and uninterrupted connection to the servers
3.1 Enable UPnP in your Router Settings
3.2. Forward the Ports used by Roblox manually
If the same error code 103 occurs when you try to join a world created by someone else, move to the next fix. If you find these steps confusing, refer to our detailed guide on Port Forwarding. You can follow these guides:
How to Enable UPnP ‘Universal Plug n Play’?Port Forwarding in NetGear Routers (Updated for 2023)
4. Perform a Hard Restart of Your Console
Sometimes, simply powering down your console can help. A hard restart clears the Xbox’s temporary memory, eliminates minor glitches, refreshes network connections, and resets cache-related issues that may cause Error Code 103.
5. Reinstall ROBLOX
If none of the solutions work, reinstalling Roblox can fix issues caused by corrupted or incomplete files. Sometimes, updates or interruptions during installation can damage files, leading to errors like Code 103. Reinstalling restores Roblox files to their default state, fixing any corrupted files or settings that might be causing the error.
