[Solved] How Do I Fix Samsung Galaxy Watch Activation Error 4001 and 4002?

Posted byThomas Apel

Problem: Error reported while activating Samsung Galaxy Watch, touch device info on the error message screen in order to see the error code then follow below steps to resolve the issue.

Galaxy Watch Activation Error Code 4001 and 4002
Galaxy Watch Activation Error Code 4001 and 4002

Error Code 4001: Grant Permission

Grant Phone permissions to the Carrier Login Engine app to access the Phone functions.

Step 1: Go to Apps > Settings > Apps > More Options menu > Touch Show system apps > Permissions.

Step 2: Touch the slider to turn the permission on.

Step 3: With the SIM inserted, reboot the phone and make sure connected to mobile network.

Error Code 4002: Update Software

Check for updates for both phone and Galaxy Wearable app.

Step 1: Go to Apps > Play Store > Menu > My apps & games.

Step 2: Touch UPDATE ALL to update all apps.

Note

Galaxy watch is currently supported by AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon.

Source

Samsung Troubleshooting Guide: Galaxy Watch Activation Errors

Published by Thomas Apel

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