If you use mods in BG3, you may encounter the Unable to Create a Working Story bug. This happens because mods interfere with the story scripts, making them unable to run or load. This can ruin your game experience, but don’t worry, we have the solutions.
The detail error message as below:
We were unable to create a working story. Your add-on setup might be invalid. The game will continue with the setup from the savegame.
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Fix 1: Remove or reinstall your BG3 mods
The easiest way to fix the bug is to remove your mods. This will let the story scripts work properly, and you can enjoy the game without any glitches or errors. Mods can be fun, but they also cause trouble for BG3, which doesn’t have official mod support yet.
If you think your mods are not corrupted, you can try reinstalling them and see if that helps.
Fix 2: Use the BG3 Mod Fixer
If you can’t live without your mods, you can use the Mod Fixer from Nexus Mods. This tool rearranges the story, making it compatible with mods. However, this is not a simple process, and it may not work for everyone. It’s only recommended for advanced mod users.
Fix 3: Ignore the error message and play anyway
This is not a good option, but it’s possible. You can still play BG3 with the error message, but you will face many story and dialogue issues. This can affect your enjoyment and immersion, and it may lead to more problems. Only do this if you really don’t want to give up your mods.
We hope Larian will add official BG3 mod support soon, so you can play with mods without any hassle. Until then, keep an eye out for the Unable to Create a Working Story bug and use our guide to fix it.