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ovp_00012
Easy Fix
Peacock · Streaming
Peacock could not start playback because stream authorization failed.
Quick Answer
Error code OVP_00012 on your Peacock Streaming means: Peacock could not start playback because stream authorization failed.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
  1. Session token expired
  2. Entitlement mismatch
  3. Regional availability block
  4. Transient auth outage
How to Fix It
1
Sign out and sign in again.
2
Verify subscription and title availability.
3
Restart app and device.
4
Retry another title.
5
Contact support if only purchased/live content fails.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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