error ws-45479-9 on PS4 incorrect code


Error ws-45479-9 is caused by an invalid redeem code. The redeem code can either be wrong, expired, already used or region locked. 

The code can be redeemed for either downloadable games & add-ons, Subscriptions or adding funds to your wallet. 

The error ws-45479-9 can be fixed by doing the following:

  • Making sure the code hasn't been used.
  • Making sure the code hasn't expired.
  • Using the account you used to redeem the code.
  • Making sure the region/country is correct.
  • Re-entering the code.

Making sure your code hasn't been used

Every redeem code is a single use only. Once the code has been redeemed, you can not use it again to redeem on any other account. 

If the code you are trying to redeem has already been used, you will be prompted with error ws-45479-9 like the picture below.

Error ws-45479-9 on Ps4 already used code

However, you can find your games or add-ons in the purchases if you are using the same sign in ID as the one you used to redeem.

You can't redeem the code twice even if you are using the same account you used to redeem. The benefits of the redeem code stays linked you your account and are free for download without putting in the code again.

Making sure the code hasn't expired

If the code you are trying to use is expired you will most likely get the error ws-45479-9. Some redeem codes have expiry dates and can expire.

Once you have checked that your redeem code is expired you can either return it or ask for a renewal from where you got the code.

Using the account you used to redeem

When you redeem a code, it is bound to the sign in ID you used to redeem. This means that the code will not work on any other PSN ID including yours. However, your code will still be active on your PSN ID without redeeming it again.

This means you can still benefit from the redeem code benefits without putting in the code again. 

Region or Country Lock

Some redeem codes are region locked and country locked. If that is the case then you won't be able to redeem your code and you will get error ws-45479-9.


Re-enter your code

Sometimes you may be entering the code incorrectly. Trying again to enter the code may just fix the error ws-45479-9.

Redeem code is not yet active

Some redeem codes especially those which are just released may take time to synchronize with the PSN severs. This will cause the code to decline or to bring the error ws-45479-9.

Also if the redeem code is for a specific game that is not yet released the redeem code will not work.

You can fix this by waiting for 12hrs - 48hrs until your redeem code is synchronized with the PSN servers. 

Alternatively you can wait until the game is released. You can now redeem you code 

Conclusion

The error ws-45479-9 has two messages it displays but with the same error. The first message error reads;

'The code you entered may not be correct or may no longer be valid.

Please check your entry.
(WS-45479-9)'

This message tells us the reason for the error ws-45479-9 is due to incorrect code, expired code or region lock according to the article.

The second message that shows up with error ws-45479-9 reads;

'This PlayStation Network Card number has already been used.

Please check your entry.
(WS-45479-9)'

This message specifically tells us the card number has been used. You can get the downloadable content in the purchases for free if you are using the account you used to redeem the code.

FAQs

Can I redeem the code twice?

No, you can't redeem the code twice because Redeem codes are meant for a single use.

What if I deleted the add-ons I downloaded with a redeem code?

If you deleted the add-ons or games you downloaded with your redeem code. You can simply sign into your PSN ID and head over to your purchased games. 

There you should be able to see the items you redeemed with your code. You can download them directly without having to purchase them.