Fixing "Corrupted Data" on WWE SmackDown vs. Raw (PSP): Step-by-Step Troubleshooting

The "Corrupted Data" error on WWE SmackDown vs. Raw (any year, PSP) usually means the ISO/CSO file is bad, the dump failed, or CFW/plugins conflict.

🔧 Troubleshooting Steps (Ordered)

1. Verify ISO Integrity (Most Likely Fix):
   • Redump from your own UMD using CFW (VSH Menu → USB Device → UMD Disc → Copy ISO folder).
   • Download Redump.org verified ISO (check SHA1/CRC32). Avoid "compressed/patched" ISOs from shady sites.
   • Convert .iso → .cso (max compression) using UMDGen or PSP ISO Compressor — saves space, can fix header errors.
2. Disable Plugins (CFW):
   • VSH Menu → Plugins → Disable ALL (especially cwcheat, dayviewer, videorec, popsman).
   • Reboot → Test game. If works, enable one-by-one to find culprit.
3. Check CFW Version:
   • Must be 6.61 Infinity / LME-2.3 / PRO-C2. Older (5.00, 5.50, 6.20, 6.35, 6.39) = incompatible with newer game decryption.
   • Update via hacks.guide.
4. Memory Stick Health:
   • Run chkdsk /f X: (PC) or format FAT32 (32KB clusters) on PSP (Settings → System Settings → Format Memory Stick).
   • Fake/Chinese "MagicGate" sticks corrupt data. Use SanDisk / Sony / Samsung.
5. Game-Specific Fixes (SVR 2006-2011):
   • SVR 2009/2010/2011: Require Prometheus / Inferno driver (built into modern CFW) for decryption. Ensure pops.prx / isofs.prx loaded.
   • Set UMD ISO Mode → M33 driver or Inferno (VSH Menu → UMD ISO Mode).
   • Disable CPU Clock overclock (set to Default/222/333). Overclock breaks physics/audio.
6. Clean Install:
   • Delete GAMEID folder in PSP/SAVEDATA/ (corrupt save).
   • Delete CACHE / TEMP folders on root.