Growatt
Error 204

PV Input Mode Configuration Error

The inverter detected that a PV string is connected in a mode incompatible with the current input configuration settings.

Incorrect PV input mode set in ShinePhone (independent MPPT vs parallel mode)String voltage outside the selected mode limitsOne string significantly different in length to the other
STEP 1
Open ShinePhone and check PV input mode setting. SPH models support two independent MPPTs -- each string should be configured for its actual voltage range
STEP 2
Measure each string voltage at the inverter DC terminals. Confirm values are within the inverter MPPT range (100--550V for SPH)
Configuration matches string design and values are within spec but fault persists -- escalate to Growatt support
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