It could be due to some kind of self - sacrifice he made in a previous battle. For example, he might have used a very dangerous spell that had a side - effect of slowly killing him to save his friends or the wizarding world.
Perhaps he was poisoned by a rare and deadly magical plant or potion. It could have been an accident or part of a plot against him.
One possible reason could be a powerful and unforeseen dark magic spell within the Chamber. Maybe in the fanfiction, the basilisk had some sort of enhanced venom or an additional power that was able to kill Harry despite his usual heroics.
One possible storyline could be that in a final battle against Voldemort, Harry sacrifices himself in a way that no one could reverse. For example, he might use a powerful spell that requires his life force to destroy the last of Voldemort's Horcruxes. Another could be that he succumbs to a dark curse that was placed on him long ago, which was dormant until a certain event triggered it. Maybe a character that was thought to be an ally actually turned out to be a double - agent and cast a fatal spell on Harry.
In some fanfictions, it could be related to the magical core inside Harry. Maybe his magical core was damaged in some way, and over time, it weakened to the point where his body couldn't sustain itself anymore. Since sleep is a vulnerable state, that's when his body finally gives in. Also, it could be part of a complex plot where the author wants to explore the reactions of other characters to Harry's sudden and unexpected death while sleeping. It can create a lot of drama and angst among the remaining characters in the story.
In fanfiction, Harry could faint due to some sort of magical disease or curse. There could be a new, made - up illness that affects wizards and one of its symptoms is fainting. Or perhaps he's in a situation where he's cut off from his magic for a while and his body, which is so used to having magic, goes into shock and he faints. It could also be that he's in a place with really strange or strong magical energy that his body can't handle, and this causes him to pass out.
One possible reason could be his past experiences with some cruel adults, like the Dursleys. They treated him horribly, so in fanfiction, this trauma might make him generally fearful of adults. Another reason could be his experiences with certain authority figures at Hogwarts who may have been strict or unfair, which could be exaggerated in fanfiction to create a fear of adults.
Another idea is that there is a prophecy that requires Harry's early death to save the wizarding world in a different way. He discovers this prophecy and, being the selfless hero he is, willingly accepts his fate. His death then triggers a series of events that lead to a new era of peace and harmony in the wizarding community, but his friends and allies still deeply mourn his loss.
One possible reason could be a vampire attack gone wrong. Maybe a rogue vampire targeted Bella and inflicted a near - fatal wound. Another reason might be related to some sort of dark magic or a curse that was unknowingly placed on her. It could also be due to a self - sacrifice situation where she put herself in harm's way to save someone she loves, like Edward or one of her friends.
One reason could be to explore the darker side of human nature. Even though Harry is a hero in the original series, fanfiction writers might want to see how he would be affected if he was pushed to his limits. Another reason is to create a more complex and controversial storyline. It grabs readers' attention as it goes against the normal perception of Harry.
Some fanfiction writers may have a different vision for Harry Potter's character. They might see him as more of a diplomat or a healer within the wizarding world, rather than a fighter. So, they write stories that reflect this different view of the character, where he uses his wits and other skills rather than engaging in physical or magical combat.
One reason could be that the official Harry Potter canon is so extensive and detailed that it overshadows fanfiction. The original story has such a rich world, characters, and plotlines that it becomes the main focus for many fans, leaving less room for fan - created stories.