SP Flash Tool Error Codes – Quick Reference Table

 

     📌 SP Flash Tool Error Codes – Quick Reference Table

Error Code Meaning Solution

2004	Download process failed	Check USB cable/port, reinstall MTK VCOM drivers, try another PC
2005	Readback process failed	Verify scatter file, correct memory address, try another firmware
4001	Device not responding	Reconnect device, remove/reinsert battery, change USB port/cable
4008	Download to flash failed	Re-download firmware, use Firmware Upgrade, try another PC
4009	BootROM command failed	Try different cable/port, uncheck preloader
5002	Invalid DA file	Use correct DA file (MTK_AllInOne_DA.bin or firmware-specific DA)
5054	DRAM setting mismatch	Use exact firmware & scatter file for device
5069	PMT (Partition Table) error, no space	Use Format All + Download (⚠️ erases IMEI), or correct firmware
8038	DRAM enable fail	Flash correct preloader, or uncheck preloader
8417	Authentication not ready	Use proper auth file (required on secure boot devices)
1003	Failed to open COM port	Reinstall MTK USB drivers, reboot PC, use another port
1013	Failed to close COM port	Reinstall drivers, restart PC/device
1040	Unsupported operation	Use latest SP Flash Tool, ensure correct SoC firmware
3149	Write to storage failed	Try different firmware, if persists → faulty eMMC
5007	Firmware not compatible with device	Use correct firmware build for model/variant
5056	Image size mismatch	Ensure correct scatter file and firmware
6124	Invalid storage type	Use correct SP Flash Tool version & firmware
8418	Secure boot device requires auth	Obtain auth/DA file from vendor/service tool

✅ Pro Tips

• Always match scatter file + firmware + chipset.

• Keep both Download Agent (DA) & Authentication (AUTH) files ready for secure boot devices.

• Prefer Firmware Upgrade over Download Only to avoid PMT errors.

• If unsure, never flash preloader (can hard-brick).