CodeRegistry
Brands
  1. Home
  2. SMA
  3. SUNNY BOY Solar Inverters
  4. 401, 404
About·Privacy·Terms

CodeRegistry — Your global library for technical solutions.

For your safety: always follow the equipment manufacturer’s official manuals. CodeRegistry is an independent help site and is not affiliated with the brands listed here.

401, 404

Event 401 or 404 — Grid fault, frequency fluctuation

SMA · SUNNY BOY Solar Inverters

What does 401, 404 mean?

The inverter has disconnected from the utility grid because it detected a stand-alone grid or a very large, short-term change in the power frequency. This is a protective measure to ensure grid stability and safety.

Common Causes

  • Detection of a stand-alone grid (islanding).
  • Significant short-term frequency fluctuations in the grid connection.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Check the grid connection for any significant short-term frequency fluctuations.

  2. 2

    If frequency fluctuations are observed frequently, contact your grid operator for assessment.

  3. 3

    If the issue persists without clear grid frequency problems, contact SMA Service.

Browse all codes in this manual (31)
Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

1501Event 1501 — Reconnection fault, grid data mismatch301Event 301 — Grid fault, voltage out of range3301, 3303Event 3301 or 3303 — Unstable operation, insufficient DC power
Source: SMA SUNNY BOY Solar Inverters
Open Manual (Page 50)Search more codes in this manual