"EA Anti-Cheat Has Detected An Unacceptable Configuration" Error

“EA Anti-Cheat Has Detected An Unacceptable Configuration” error typically arises when EA’s Anti-Cheat terms your system’s configuration as insecure and prevents your game from launching.

This error is typically a security warning and acts as a protective measure, ensuring that your system is configured to provide a fair and secure gaming experience.

Here, we’ll explore the common causes related to this error and provide you with some of the easy troubleshooting steps that will help you get back in action.

Also, read: How To Fix FIFA EA Anti-Cheat Failure During Update Process Error?

Why Does This Anti-Cheat Error Take Place?

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Below are some common reasons why this anti-choice error takes place, and those are:

Disabled Secure Boot

Corrupt or Modified Game Files
Outdated or Incompatible Drivers
Third-party Software Conflicts

Missing or Corrupted Anti-Cheat Files
Unauthorized System Weaknesses

Quick and Easy Fixes for “EA Anti-Cheat Has Detected An Unacceptable Configuration” Error

Now that you know the causes of this error, below are some of the ways to fix this error:

1. Check For Any Installed Anti-Cheat Software

The first thing you need to do when you are getting EA Anti-Cheat Has Detected An Unacceptable Configuration Error while playing FC25 is make sure you don’t have any other Anti-Cheat software installed on your PC.

Other Anti-Cheat software may be installed with other games like CSGO or Valorant.

So, it is essential to uninstall those Anti-Cheat software and then restart your PC.

2. Clean Any Temporary Or Junk File

Clearing any junk or temporary files indicates that the Anti-Cheat software is working with clean data.

Here’s how to clean the temporary or junk files:

Right-click on the Start menu and select Task Manager.

Look for any process related to FC25 or EA and right-click on them.
Select the End Task option for each process.

Open the FC25 installation folder.
Steam users will open Steam and head to the Library.

Right-click on the FC25 game and select the Manage option.
Click on Browse Local Files, and this should open the installation folder.

For EA launcher users, simply right-click on the FC25 desktop shortcut and select Show More options.
Click on Open File Location, and it will open the installation folder.
Open the Installer folder and double-click on the Cleanup.exe file or Cleanup file.

Wait for it to finish.
If you can’t find the file, then move on to the next step.

3. Check the Integrity Of Game Files

Verifying the game files will fix the issue if there are any missing or corrupted game files.

Here is how to verify the integrity of game files:

Open the Steam Library and right-click on the game.

Expand its properties and click on Installed Files.
Select Verify integrity of game files and wait till the verification process completes.

Once the game is verified, relaunch the game and check.

4. Reinstall the EA Anti-Cheat

Reinstalling the Anti-Cheat eliminates the issue and allows you to run the game smoothly and securely without any errors.

This is what you need to do:

Go to the installation location for FC 25.
Open the folder and then open the Installer folder.

Locate the EA Anti-Cheat folder.

Open it and double-click on the EA Anti-Cheat Installer.

From here, select your game and click on the Repair option.

Then click on OK.

Next, go to the game installation location and select the folder.
Then click on the Select folder option to repair the Anti-Cheat.
Next, click on Update.

Select the Uninstall option to uninstall the Anti-Cheat completely.

Now, select the game from the drop-down menu and click on the Install button to install the Anti-cheat.

After the installation finishes, start the game and check if the issue persists.

5. Launch The Game From The EA App

Launching the game from the EA app will ensure that your account is good enough to pass the anti-cheat checks.

Here’s how to launch the game from the EA app:

Open the EA app on your computer. If you’re not already logged in, enter your EA account credentials to sign in.

Once you’re logged in, go to the “Library” section. This is where all your purchased and installed games are listed.

Look for FC25 in your library. You can use the search bar at the top if you have many games.

Click on the game’s icon or title. This will open the game’s page.
From there, click the “Play” button to start the game.

If it’s your first time launching the game, you might need to follow some additional prompts, such as agreeing to terms or downloading updates.

6. Add The Game To The Antivirus Exclusion List

If you’re using any 3rd party antivirus, then it is essential to add the game to the whitelist or exclusion list.

For Windows Defender users:

Open Windows Security from the Search bar.

Choose the Virus and Threat Protection option.

Click on Manage Ransomware Protection.

Next, select Allow the app through controlled folder access and choose Yes.
Then, click on Allow an app through controlled folder access and confirm.
Click on the Add an Allowed App option.

Select Browse all apps and browse to the FC25 installation folder for selecting the exe file.
Open Steam and click on Library.
After right-clicking on FC25, select the Manage option, followed by Browse Local Files.

Check the address of the installation folder and browse.
After the game gets added, run the game and see if the issue is fixed.

Try disabling the Controlled Folder Access toggle from the Ransomware protection settings if the issue persists.

Disabling Firewall for the time being is equally necessary.

But it is always recommended not to disable firewalls and antivirus.

For Windows Defender:

Open Windows Defender Firewall through the Search box.

Click on the Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off option.

Click on the radio buttons for Turn off Windows Defender Firewall—not recommended options for both Private and Public Network Settings.

Finally, save the changes by clicking on OK.

7. Enable Secure Boot

By enabling Secure Boot, you’ll be able to provide a safe, secure, and verifiable environment that will in turn meet the EA’s Anti-Cheat security system.

The general BIOS keys are F1, F2, F9, F10, or Del. But it differs as per the motherboard.

If you don’t know the BIOS key, check the manufacturer’s manual for the same.

Enter BIOS from Windows Settings, and this is how you can do it:

Open Settings>System and select Recovery.
Next, click on the Restart Now button just beside the Advanced Startup option.

From there, select Troubleshoot.

Next, select Advanced Options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart.

Then select the Boot, System Configuration, or Security option.

This selection process will entirely depend upon your BIOS settings.
Then select the BIOS tab.

Select the Secure Boot option.
In case it isn’t available, click on CSM Support and disable the option.

Navigate to the extreme bottom and look for the Secure Boot option.

Press the Enter key to enable this option.

If you find the option has grayed out, then set the Administrator or Supervisor password.

From the Security tab, enter the Administrator password.

Now you will be able to enable Secure Boot.
Press the F10 button on your keyboard and press Enter. Doing this will help you save the changes and help to exit the window.
Boot into Windows 11 and press the Windows key.

Enter System and select System Information from the options.

From the System Summary tab, search for Secure Boot State.

If you see it is ‘On’, you have successfully enabled the Secure Boot.

9. Contact EA Support

If the methods shown in this video cannot fix the EA Anti-Cheat Error while playing FC25, then you can reach out to EA Support for help.

You can get in touch with live support through the official EA Help site, or you can reach out via X, formerly Twitter or Facebook, for help as well if you prefer.

Final Words

So, go ahead and address this issue, eliminate the error, and enhance the overall security and performance of your system.