How do I fix 501 error on google play ?

[AC Question]

When I update the youtube app on my s6 ( just the youtube app ) I get an -501 error message upon Installing the update . Downloading the youtube apk through chrome or something installs the app with no probs . I read so many articles about clearing cache . I cleared the cache and data from my browser , chrome , google play , google play services you name it .

 

[Wheelsonbus]

I have the same problem. When in chrome, it will not launch the YouTube app from chrome videos tab. Restored the phone twice and it worked for a bit, but the next day it did the same thing. Now the YouTube app will not update, I just receive a 501 error.

 

[Syed Murtuza Ali]

Even I have the same problem on my S6 with the youtube app. I've tried everything but i still get the error 501. If anyone got the fix to that error plz update me with the fix

 

[Javier P]

Have you already tried to reset app preferences? You can do this in settings - apps - overflow menu (three dots top right) - reset.

 

[Ecleptic]

I have this exact same issue on my s6 Edge. Did anyone find a fix?

 

[Enfold]

Because package installer helper freeze

 

[Linlmcclure]

Was this eve figured out by chance?

 

[mrdavinci]

Try this;

Settings-->application manager-->downloaded--> find app name that you are trying to install, for example if you are trying to install evernote, and getting 501 error, you will see it like this ''com.evernote'' at that section. Probably it is residue from previous installations that cause error. Click on and uninstall it, after that play store will let you to install that app witohout any error.

 

[Selombo]

How to fix error 501 on Google Play Store during download or installation | ValueStuffz

This link was helpfull.

 

[deeksha99]

when i open facebook and download it.shows eror 501 pls hl
p me.

 

[Julius 1937]

I have a problem trying to fix error501on android oneplus2 phone

 

[B. Diddy]

Try going to Settings>Apps, select Google Play Store, tap Storage, and Clear Cache/Clear Data, then Force Stop. Do the same for Download Manager -- you probably have to tap Menu>Show System to see it. Now try again.

 

[Individualmk]

What you may try is reverting the Google Play Store app to the default version. Maybe the update was downloaded improperly (e.g. your device got cut off from the internet for a moment without you being aware of that). You can do it, by following the steps mentioned below:


Go to Settings and tap on Application Manager/Apps;

Tap on Google Play Store, and select Uninstall updates;

Tap on OK to confirm;

Open the Google Play Store app;

After the updates have been uninstalled, you may try to install them again (optional).

Also, what you say suggests that there are files of the app somewhere, I suggest you open the file manager and clear them, and then try installing the app anew.


One more thing you can try is wiping the cache partition via the recovery mode (very likely to work):


1. Power off the device. If you can't do that using the power button, just remove the battery and insert it after 10 seconds.

2. Press and hold the Volume (+) up and the Power (Sleep/Wake) buttons. Once your device turns on, let go of the buttons.
* If you use a Samsung device, press the Power (Sleep/Wake), Volume (+) up and Home button.

3. Press the Volume up or Volume down key to navigate through the options. Highlight the Wipe cache partition then press the Power (Sleep/Wake) key to make the selection.

Source: https://solutionbay.com/solutions/how-to-fix-error-code-501-on-google-play-store