I am getting some of the same errors. I got the e-mail yesterday with the 12-digit code and downloaded the 6gb what i assume is the installer? There is no way it's only 6 gbs, phase 3 was 14gb. Anyway, after the user agreement and the Square-Enix account have been entered, it comes up that I need to buy the game from the PSN to continue, as it doesn't detect an active service account. Ugh, I just want to get this ball rolling. I hope I don't have to wait till 4 in the morning to figure out what I need to be doing here to play the beta.
Edit: I just found this, which pretty much sums up what is happening. I sure hope they get it fixed.
SE wrote:
[EU][NA PS3 Version] Version Update Issue (Aug. 15)
Right now we are experiencing technical difficulties on North American PlayStation®3 version where an error message saying "No valid service account is available to play FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn." when players press the login button on the launcher and they are unable to complete the version update.
We are currently addressing this issue with a cooperation of Sony Computer Entertainment and new updates will follow as additional information becomes available.
Please note that this issue is only occuring on the North American PlayStation®3 version. The Windows version, and Japanese/European PlayStation®3 version, are unaffected.
We deeply apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Edited, Aug 15th 2013 4:17pm by supermegazeke