Call Of Duty Advanced Warfare S1sp64shipexe Error Fix Fix [updated] May 2026

1. Overview of the Error

• Affected File: s1sp64_ship.exe (the main 64-bit executable for the game’s single-player/SP campaign).
• Typical Error Message:
  s1sp64shipexe - Application Error
The application was unable to start correctly (0xc000007b) or (0xc0000142).
• Common Symptoms:
  • Game crashes immediately after launch.
  • Crash during loading screen (single-player or multiplayer).
  • Error appears after the intro videos.

Note: This error is not a virus or missing file name — it is the legitimate game executable. It is most common on Windows 10/11 with older game versions (Steam or disc).

🔧 Replace Corrupt Executable

• Delete s1sp64_ship.exe locally, then Verify Integrity in Steam to force a fresh download.

1. The "Access Denied" Fix (Most Common)

Interestingly, this error often isn't a problem with the game files themselves, but with Windows permissions. Advanced Warfare is an older title, and sometimes Windows 10/11 treats its executable as a potential threat or restricts its access to system memory.

The Steps:

1. Navigate to your game installation folder (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Call of Duty Advanced Warfare).
2. Locate s1_sp64_ship.exe.
3. Right-click the file and select Properties.
4. Go to the Security tab.
5. Look at the "Group or user names" box. Select your current user account.
6. Check the permissions below. Ensure Full Control is allowed. If it is denied, click Edit, select your user, and check Allow on Full Control.
7. Click Apply and OK.

5. Summary & Recommendation

The s1sp64_ship.exe error is rarely a hardware failure. In 95% of cases, the fix is either: call of duty advanced warfare s1sp64shipexe error fix fix

1. Verifying game files (Step 3.1), or
2. Adding the game folder to antivirus exclusions (Step 3.2).

Final recommendation: If the error persists after all steps, perform a clean boot (disable all non-Microsoft services via msconfig) and reinstall the game on a different drive (avoid the default C:\Program Files folder to prevent permission issues).

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Support Contact: Activision Support or Steam Community Hub for Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare.
Document Version: 1.0

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5. Compatibility Mode (The "Old Game" Factor)

Since this game was released in 2014, modern operating systems can sometimes confuse its memory allocation requests. Affected File: s1sp64_ship

The Fix:

1. Right-click s1_sp64_ship.exe and select Properties.
2. Go to the Compatibility tab.
3. Check Run this program in compatibility mode for: and select Windows 7 or Windows 8.
4. Also, check Run this program as an administrator at the bottom.
5. Click Apply.

5. Update Graphics Drivers

• Step: Make sure your graphics card drivers are up to date. You can check for updates on the NVIDIA or AMD website, depending on your graphics card.

Fix #1: Delete the "Players2" Cache Folder (Most Effective)

The number one cause of the s1sp64_ship.exe error is a corrupted cache folder located in your "Documents" directory. This folder stores temporary shaders, configuration settings, and online stats. When it becomes corrupted, the executable crashes immediately upon launch.

Step-by-step:

1. Press Windows + E to open File Explorer.
2. Navigate to:
   Documents\Call of Duty Advanced Warfare\
3. Locate the folder named players2.
4. Right-click the folder and select Delete. (Don't worry; the game will rebuild it automatically).
5. Optional but recommended: Also delete the players folder (used for single-player configs).
6. Restart the game.

Expected result: The game will launch with default settings and the error should vanish.

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1. Executive Summary

The s1sp64_ship.exe error is a common application crash that prevents Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare from launching or causes it to close unexpectedly during gameplay. This executable is the primary game binary for the 64-bit version of the title. The error typically stems from file corruption, compatibility issues, or conflicts with third-party software.