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There's this Wicked Whims error that's becoming more common lately so I decided to post here the solution that worked for me. I found this solution from Loverslab but I just forgot who it was who posted it so Ctto.

Code 19 means that there are no Sims nearby that qualify to participate in sex.

Why would a Sim not qualify? Below are the reasons for the "start_sex_sims_picker_dialog" type of message:

There are no Sims within the 16 units radius or no Sims on the lot your Sim is on. A unit is the width of one tile.
With the selected location and sex category, there are no animations that match your Sim gender + any male gender.
With the selected location and sex category, there are no animations that match your Sim gender + any female gender.
The age of your Sim doesn't allow to match with other Sims. Teen only matches Teen, Adult+ only matches other Adult+.
Your Sim or all nearby Sims is currently going to have sex/watch porn. If they aren't, they could have stuck data that can be fixed by running the "ww.fix" command but that indicates some other issue.
Your Sim or all nearby Sims are unavailable (sleeping, rabbit hole, possessed, dying, in labor, window peeping, or leaving)
All nearby Sims are event/vendor NPC Sims.
Your Sim or all nearby Sims are currently in their mermaid form.
Your Sim and all nearby Sims create an incestuous relationship.

If any of these match your situation, then that would most likely be the reason for the message you see to pop up.

Otherwise, it could be a broken animation. Apply the 50/50 cleaning method to your animations to figure out the culprit.

If the above doesn't work, try the suggestions here.

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By downloading mods and custom contents featured in this post, you understand that putting mods or CCs into your game can cause bugs/errors in your game in the same manner that using third-party apps may affect your game. I am not the creator of these mods/custom contents, hence, I am not responsible for any bugs/glitches that you might experience in your game, especially for mods that are still in beta-testing stage. It is recommended that you update your game and backup important files in your game before using any of these.

Here's a simple solution for when you get this error:

Cause

This error message usually occurs if the data from an expansion or game pack is no longer present in the game, mostly when you uninstall the packs and try to play a save game that was saved with those expansions. Sometimes, even without uninstalling anything, some data still get lost.

Solution

1) Exit the game without saving.

2) Go to Origin, click on the game and choose i.

3) Scroll down until you see the expansions/game packs.

4) Right click on the first one and choose Repair game.

5) Do the same for all game/expansion packs.

6) Restart the game.

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Check if your Mac meets the system requirements necessary to run the game. Update your computer if necessary.

Sims 4 minimum system requirements for Mac:

OS – Mac OS X Lion (10.7.5)

CPU – Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4Ghz or better

RAM – At least 4Gb RAM

Hard Drive – 14GB of free space/ 1GB of additional space for CC

Video – NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT, ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro or better. Video RAM of 256MB or better.

Sims 4 recommended system requirements for Mac:

OS – Mac OS X Mavericks (10.9 or later)

CPU – Intel Core i5 or better

RAM – 8Gb RAM

Hard Drive – 18GB Hard Drive space

Video – NVIDIA GTX 650 or better

Solution 1

Do a Factory Reset

If this solution fixed your problem, this means that user data (most likely outdated, incompatible or conflicting CC/Mods) was the culprit.

Add your old data back to the game from you backup files into the new one starting with your saves. Gradually add the rest so you can quickly identify the culprit should the game fail to work again.

If your Mac is powered by a Intel HD graphics card, this issue may be due to in-game graphics settings. To fix it, go into Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 and located your Options.ini file. Move it to your desktop so that the game may replace it with a new Options.ini file.

Solution 2

Repair your game

Restart your game and see if the problem is gone.

Solution 3

Launch the game from the Applications folder

Run the Sims 4 by using the game icon in your Applications folder may fix the problem. If the issue persists, go to the next step.

Solution 4

Disable Origin In-Game

Open Origin

Go to My Games

Right click on the The Sims

Go to Game Properties

Check the option "Disable Origin in Game for this game".

Solution 5

Clean boot your Mac

Restart your Mac by pressing and holding the Shift key as soon as possible.

release the Shift key when the login window appears.

Run Origin and check if the error persists.

Solution 6

Clear your Origin data cache

Empty your trash.

Run The Sims 4 again and check if the issue persists.

Solution 7

Reset Origin

One of the most common questions I get from other simmers is how to resolve their disk space issues because, to be honest, The Sims 4 does take up a lot of space on your computer especially if you have all the packs and tons of mods and custom contents.

Here are some of the options for you if you are running out of disk space on your computer:

Click here if you're a MAC user

WINDOWS:

1) Install an additional SSD or HDD - If your laptop has an extra slot, add an internal SSD or an HDD (SSD is better coz it processes faster but can be more expensive);

2) Uninstall unnecessary programs and apps - You can free up some space by uninstalling apps and programs you no longer use;

3) Tidy up your desktop - When your desktop has so many clutter, it can take up space on your hard drive and slow down your computer, so get rid of those clutter;

4) Utilize the Disk Cleanup Tool - Windows 10 users have this one-click solution tool for deleting unnecessary operating system files.

5) Discard Huge Files - Sometimes it isn't the amount of files that you have, but the size of these files that can deplete your hard drive of space.

To find huge files:

Open Windows File Explorer and select “This PC.”

Type “size” into the search box on the upper-right-hand corner.

There are everal categories of file sizes, ranging from “Empty” to “Gigantic.”

Start with the largest files, checking to see which ones you can get rid of.

Do this with all of the bigger file sizes until you get your hard-drive space to your desired level.

6) Clear downloads folder - Get rid of unimportant downloads you left sitting there;

7) Delete temporary files - Cookies, images, and text files are stored in your hard drive every time you visit a website and over time, these files accumulate and can be too heavy for your disk to accommodate. You can either use Windows' or use your browser's tool for deleting these types of files;

8) Delete cache files - The game stores files on your hard drive to make it run faster which can accumulate over time.

9) Transfer huge files (videos, photos, documents, apps, etc.) you don't use frequently to an external location - Buy a USB flash or external/portable SSD or HDD that has at least 1TB space and move The Sims 4 game there. Opt for this only if your laptop has an extra USB slot and if your laptop has no available slot for an internal one. TIP: Avoid using cloud storage such as OneDrive as it is known to cause issues in the game.

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So your game updated and now your saves are gone? Don't panic, at least, just not yet. Here are some reasons why it happens and some fixes you can try (This guide is for Windows Users. Click here if you are a Mac user):

1) Suspect Mods If you Use Any - Most issues in the game are caused by mods, so when your game starts to act up, it is just logical to suspect the culprit as being mods. Click here to troubleshoot it.

2) User Data moved to a different location - This usually happens when you accidentally moved your files to a different location on your computer, or when you have an active cloud storage like OneDrive where files in your local hard drive syncs with, and sometimes, transfers over to OneDrive.

To fix this, you need to find where your user data (The Sims 4 folder and its contents such as saves, Tray, Mods folder, etc.) are in your computer using the search option in a file explorer.

In the upper right corner of the file explorer, there is a search bar. Type "saves" inside it and wait for it to generate files that it found using that keyword.

When you see "saves - The Sims 4" in the results, hover over it and take note of the location that shows up.

Look into that location and see if your saves are there. If you don't find it there, then it must be saved elsewhere other than your local hard drive, or the files might have been deleted. Before thinking of the latter, look into OneDrive first, or any active cloud storage that you have.

If you find your saves in there, back it up and then disable/unsync OneDrive or whatever cloud storage you are using.

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By downloading mods and custom contents featured in this post, you understand that putting mods or CCs into your game can cause bugs/errors in your game in the same manner that using third-party apps may affect your game. I am not the creator of these mods/custom contents, hence, I am not responsible for any bugs/glitches that you might experience in your game, especially for mods that are still in beta-testing stage. It is recommended that you update your game and backup important files in your game before using any of these.

If your pc is synced with OneDrive, your files are automatically saved and stored in OneDrive which can cause issues in The Sims 4. It is recommended that you disable or unsync OneDrive to avoid such issues. Here's how to do it:

1) Open OneDrive, download all the files in there that you need, save them somewhere safe. To do this, select the files or folders you want to download and click "Download".

If a pop up message appears prompting you to choose whether to "Save" or "Save as", just select "Save as" and choose the location on your local hard drive where you want it downloaded and saved (I recommend choosing this location: Documents/Electronic Arts/The Sims 4 if those are your game user data such as saves, Tray, Mods folder, etc.).

2) Next, click on the "Backup" tab and uncheck all the boxes in there, then click on "Manage backup" and uncheck everything there as well. Select OK to confirm changes and close.

3) Click OneDrive tray icon > More > Settings. Under the "Account" tab, click "Unlink this PC", follow the prompts, and then click OK.

That's it! Your files will no longer sync with OneDrive! 😊😊😊

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When Origin acts up or when your internet connection is crappy, one way to run The Sims 4 is by going offline in Origin and clicking on the shortcut on your desktop.

To go offline, Launch Origin and click on Origin tab in the upper left corner of the Origin app and select "Go Offline". Origin will remain in Offline Mode for as long as you want. Next time you exit Origin, you’ll be asked to enter your username and password, but everything will take place without an Internet connection.

Now here's how to create a desktop shortcut.

Just look for the icon/shortcut named TS4_x64.exe in this location (this is the default location unless you changed it):

C:\Program Files(x86)\Origin Games\The Sims 4\Game\Bin

Right-click on it and select Send to > desktop.

A shortcut to the game will then appear on your desktop.

Click that one instead of going thru Origin.

You might also want to pin it to your taskbar so you won't have to minimize any open window/s. Here's how to do it:

With your game running, right-click on the icon of the game on your taskbar and choose "Pin to taskbar"

That's it and the icon will remain there even after you have closed the game. Just click on that icon next time you want to play again. 😉

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BEFORE YOU PROCEED, make sure to backup your important files (saves, Tray, Mods folder) first.

If you have plenty of mods, the task of updating them after a game update can be daunting, but there are ways to make it easier and faster with the proper tools.

1) First thing you want to do is to check the forum for the status of the mods/CCs and see if the mods/CCs that you use are updated or are cleared for use by their creators. Note that this list does not include NSFW mods so you will have to manually check their individual websites for updates.

Popular mods tend to be easier to update because their creators are most likely to fix them right away. As to the other mods, you will have to wait until their creators fix them.

TIP: A lot of mod creators are on Twitter and post their updates there, so do follow them to keep yourself updated about their mods. You may also join Facebook Groups about The Sims 4 as most simmers do post updates about mods there, too.

2) When you see a mod as updated in the list, go to the website where you downloaded it and look for the following: change log/update patch notes, date it was last updated, game version that it supports or is compatible with.

Let's take Wicked Whims and Basemental as examples. The download page contains all the information that you need to make sure you are downloading the compatible version of the mod to your current game version. If you don't know your current game version number, click here to check it.

3) AS A RULE, THE MOD VERSION SHOULD BE COMPATIBLE WITH THE GAME VERSION

If the mod version you see in the download page doesn't support your game version, do not download it as it will most likely cause issues in your game.

If your game version is the latest, you will have to wait for the mod creators to release an updated version of their mods or at least clear their mods for use if they deem it compatible with the latest game version.

If you are using an older game version, you would need to look for an older version of the mod that is compatible with your current game version.

You can find older versions of Wicked Whims and other mods here.

4) After you have downloaded the compatible mod version, unzip it if the file/folder is zipped, delete the older version of the mod from your Mods folder and then place the new unzipped file/folder inside the Mods folder.

Don't forget to delete the localthumbcache.package file from The Sims 4 folder. This ensures that no residue of the mods/CCs you took out is left, and that the new ones you placed are properly recognized by your game. You do this every time you add or remove anything from your Mods folder.

5) If you haven't yet, download and install Better Exceptions. It is a good tool to use for scanning for outdated/broken/duplicate mods/CCs. If Better Exceptions finds problematic mods/CCs, take note of the recommendations in the report it gives you and follow it. Remember to exit WITHOUT saving and proceed to fix the issues that Better Exceptions has cited.

6) If instead of a mod, Better Exceptions finds broken/outdated CCs, use Sims4Studio to batch update them.

7) Alternatively, you may use Tray Importer to manually delete or update custom contents.

8) Once you have sorted everything out, playtest it. If an error occurs, take a screenshot of the error and then exit WITHOUT saving.

9) Google the error and find solutions or see if you can find a fix in this list.

10) If you didn't find any solutions, feel free to get in touch with me by filling out this form and I will be glad to help you sort it out.

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Tutorials / Tips / Other Information featured in this website are based on my firsthand experience and/or appreciation of the subject which are known true as of writing.

By downloading mods and custom contents featured in this post, you understand that putting mods or CCs into your game can cause bugs/errors in your game in the same manner that using third-party apps may affect your game. I am not the creator of these mods/custom contents, hence, I am not responsible for any bugs/glitches that you might experience in your game, especially for mods that are still in beta-testing stage. It is recommended that you update your game and backup important files in your game before using any of these.

If you don't use UI Cheats mod like me (I don't like how it always breaks my game) but use MCCC mod, here is a short guide on how to enable cheats in MCCC so that you don't have to manually do it every time. I am using the Patreon version of MCCC, by the way, so the interface and features might not look like the public version.

1) Click on a computer in game and select MCCommand Center in the Menu:

2) Select MCCC Settings

3) Select Notification / Console / Menu Settings

4) Select Console Command Settings

5) Select which cheats you want enabled. For example, you want Build Buy Cheats enabled, select Build Buy Settings:

6) More choices will pop up, select what you want enabled, for example BuyDebug settings to enable BuyDebug cheats:

7) Select "Enabled" to enable what you chose.

8) If you want to fully edit CAS, go back to the Console Command Settings and select Enable Full Edit CAS

Just do the same to the rest of the settings that you want enabled. Some of these settings will require you to restart the game for the changes to take effect. The next time you play, the cheats are automatically enabled so you don't have to keep doing it all the time.

Enjoy MCCC and happy simming!

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By downloading mods and custom contents featured in this post, you understand that putting mods or CCs into your game can cause bugs/errors in your game in the same manner that using third-party apps may affect your game. I am not the creator of these mods/custom contents, hence, I am not responsible for any bugs/glitches that you might experience in your game, especially for mods that are still in beta-testing stage. It is recommended that you update your game and backup important files in your game before using any of these.

The 50/50 cleaning method is a troubleshooting method for mod-related issues in your game.

Here's how to do it:

1) Take out half of your mods and place them in your desktop or somewhere safe;

2) Delete the localthumbcache.package file from The Sims 4 folder, then run your game and observe.

If the problem is gone, then you know the problematic file is in the half of your custom content that you took out.

If the issue persists, go take out the other half of what's left in your Mods folder, delete the localthumbcache.package file again, load up your game and observe.

Just repeat the process until you find the culprit.

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Under section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research.

Tutorials / Tips / Other Information featured in this website are based on my firsthand experience and/or appreciation of the subject which are known true as of writing.

By downloading mods and custom contents featured in this post, you understand that putting mods or CCs into your game can cause bugs/errors in your game in the same manner that using third-party apps may affect your game. I am not the creator of these mods/custom contents, hence, I am not responsible for any bugs/glitches that you might experience in your game, especially for mods that are still in beta-testing stage. It is recommended that you update your game and backup important files in your game before using any of these.

This troubleshooting guide is for those who are on pc. Before you proceed, make sure to backup your important files first.

1) MODS NOT SHOWING UP. There are instances when mods don't show up in game because they are disabled in Game Options/Other. Here's how to enable them. If you have enabled them a couple of times and they keep getting disabled, try this.

If you have an active cloud storage like OneDrive, check if the files are there. Backup those files and disable/uninstall OneDrive.

2) LAGGING, CRASHING, LOADING FOREVER. Some errors in the game can be solved by clearing the cache, so try this first before doing the steps below.

Loading forever is an indication of a corrupt save. Try a Factory Reset.

3) MOD-RELATED ISSUES. Most of the time, issues in the game are mod-related. So, just to rule it out, take out all of your mods and CCs, delete the localthumbcache.package file, run your game on a new save (not an existing save) and observe.

SCENARIO 1:

If the game runs fine, then it means it is indeed mod-related. Now to find the culprit, you can do the following:

Using the tools here:

A) If the issue happened after a game update, check the status of mods/CCs and redownload those that were considered safe to use or have been updated. Look into those you recently installed first if the issue appeared after you installed them. If you don't find the mod in the list, go to the website where you got it and check if the creator has updated it or cleared it for use.
B) Otherwise, Scan your game to find broken mods / CCs;

C) If that doesn't work, try to batch update your CCs;

D) If that still doesn't give you good results, try the 50/50 cleaning method:

SCENARIO 2:

If your game still acts up even playing vanilla, it could mean your user data may have been corrupted. Try any of the following fixes:

1) Do a Factory Reset;
2) Repair your game (Make sure there are no mods/CCs in your Mods folder before you do this so as not to corrupt you saves);

3) Uninstall / Reinstall your game

4) Uninstall/Reinstall Origin

5) Clear Origin cache

Good luck!

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