How to Fix SkyUI Error Code 5

SkyUI is an interface mod that could improve Skyrim’s user interface. It is easier to use it with a mouse or keyboard. It provides gamers a great and amazing gaming experience. However, there are times when you would encounter some errors which could be very frustrating especially when you are excited to play. Do not worry as through this article, we shall guide you in solving one of the most common errors – SkyUI Code 5. However, before we dive into that, we shall first learn more about this error and what are its causes.
What is SkyUI?
SkyUI as mentioned earlier is a formal user interface modification for Skyrim. It comes with amazing and useful features which allows users to configure modifications. It also uses the Elder Scroll 5 Skyrim. In short, SkyUI makes Skyrim easier to use and navigate.
What are the Reasons Behind Error Code 5?
Error code 5 could occur due to several reasons and the error happens whenever the user would try to open his or her favorite inventory and maps. Though getting error code 5 may seem very serious and very critical, do not worry as it is not what it seems it to be. Here are some of the possible reasons as to why error code 5 occurs:
Overriding SkyUI
This could be one of the main causes of error code 5. Hence, we suggest that you check out the warnings in MCM and the data interface folder.
No Master File
Another reason as why you could be encountering error code 5 is that your SkyUI does not have master file.
60 fps Interface Mod
This is another reason why you could have error code 5. It could be that it is running on its original 30 fps.
How to Fix SkyUI Error Code 5
Method 1 – Overriding SkyUI
Check the warning in MCM and data interface folder and if they are corrupt, delete the files
Method 2 – Cut off the file from MCM
If there is something wrong in MCM and there are some unwanted files in MCM, all you have to do is follow the steps below:
- Go to SkyUI directory
- Select Data folder
- Go to Interface
- Check the file name which is shown in the error messages.
- Cut off the file from the interface folder
- Create a backup interface folder on your device
- Paste the interface backup in the folder
Keep in mind that deleting the file would be your preference. We recommend that you create a backup instead of deleting the file.
Method 3 – Uninstall the Mod
- Go to originally runs Interface Mod. This is a zip file.
- Delete the mod
- Re-install the mod, SkyUI
- Update the latest version of Skyrim Script Extender
Conclusion:
This concludes our article, we hope that through this article, we were able to provide you useful information which you could use as a guide in fixing the error code 5 of SkyUI.