Additionally, hardware issues like a faulty hard drive can also be the cause. In this article, we will discuss different solutions to fix this problem.
1. Delete the Update Notification
When a system update fails, the update notification may retain corrupted or partially installed files, which can prevent future updates from progressing correctly. Deleting the update notification clears these remnants, enabling the system to restart the update process without any interference.
2. Rebuild the Database
Rebuilding the PS4 database helps resolve error CE-43461-8 by reorganizing the system’s data structure and fixing corrupted files causing update issues. This process cleans up data storage without deleting your saved games, improving system performance and preventing future errors. IMPORTANT: If the CE-43461-8 error is due to file corruption, rebuilding the database may affect your personal files. Ensure you back up your saved game data before starting.
3. Reinstall the Internal Hard Drive
This issue can be caused by physical or logical corruption of the internal hard drive. Reinstalling the drive can resolve this error by addressing these problems. If the hard drive has bad sectors or is loose, securely reinstalling or replacing it can ensure the console processes updates correctly.
4. Install the Pending Firmware Update Manually
Manually installing the firmware update with a USB drive allows your PS4 to bypass problems that might occur with automatic updates, such as network instability or corrupted downloads. This method ensures that the console receives a complete and intact firmware file.
5. Initialize Your PS4 Console
Performing a full PS4 initialization can effectively resolve this error by erasing all data, including corrupted files or broken updates. This restores the console to factory settings, allowing the system software to start fresh without any hidden issues. Note: Be aware that this will delete all data (game data & save game data) on your PlayStation 4 HDD/SSD. To ensure you don’t lose any important data, we’ve included steps to guide you through safely backing up save game data associated with your PSN account on the cloud. Note: Cloud data backup only works with an active PS+ subscription. Alternatively, you can back up your save game data on a USB flash drive.
