pokoko on 13 December 2016
Most likely because EA and Sony could not reach a deal. I can't think of anything Microsoft would have to lose by allowing EA Access but Sony likely thought it would pull consumers away from their own services. They would have to see how a deal with EA would be beneficial in terms of revenue. Given the subscription rate, there is likely very little profit going to the console manufacturer.
That's the way the real world works. Businesses have to look after their own interests or they cease to be competitive. It's understandable but it's also a shame for those interested in EA games.
