Autodesk Moldflow Error 99998 Exclusive !!install!!
: All available licenses are currently checked out by other users or "zombie" processes (e.g., flow.exe , cool.exe ) that didn't close properly.
Moldflow waits a short time for an exclusive lock. You can increase this timeout via the Windows registry:
Exclude Moldflow folders from antivirus/backup
: When installing multiple versions (e.g., 2021 and 2023), install them in order from oldest to newest, and ensure each has its own unique folder. Overwriting a previous install (especially one from 2019) can corrupt configuration files like mfclient.env . autodesk moldflow error 99998 exclusive
Enter your correct license server hostname or IP address, select your server type, and click . 2. Correct Registry and Path Variables
$projectPath = "D:\Moldflow_Projects\YourProject" takeown /F $projectPath /R /D Y icacls $projectPath /grant "$env:USERNAME:(OI)(CI)F" /T icacls $projectPath /reset /T
: Open the Windows Start Menu and locate your specific Moldflow version folder. : All available licenses are currently checked out
This article provides an exhaustive deep dive into . We will cover what it means, why it happens (specifically the "exclusive" aspect), step-by-step diagnostic procedures, and the most effective solutions—from simple restarts to advanced registry and network fixes.
For and newer, utilize the specialized license configuration tool. Run the "License Configuration 202x" utility.
: Using a product key for the wrong version year (e.g., trying to run Moldflow 2023 with a 2019 license). License Level Discrepancy Overwriting a previous install (especially one from 2019)
Moldflow cannot resolve the name of the license server.
: Set the Variable Value to 10000000 (which equates to a 10-second request patience window). Click OK to commit changes. 4. Audit Network Status & Expirations via LMTools
To identify the exact nature of the failure, administrators should follow a structured diagnostic workflow:
: High-latency corporate networks or slow VPN connections frequently cause the solver request to time out before the license manager can respond.
On busy local area networks or VPN connections, the licensing request can time out before completion, prompting Error 99998. Override this behavior by setting an environment variable: