Autodesk Moldflow Error 99998 Exclusive Access

triggers when Moldflow requests exclusive access but the operating system or network denies it. The study is either already open elsewhere, or a stale lock file remains from a previous crash.

In Moldflow > , set automatic backup interval to 5–10 minutes and specify a local backup path. If a crash corrupts the lock, you lose fewer changes.

Clear Moldflow cache and temp directories autodesk moldflow error 99998 exclusive

If running a simulation, check the study.log for details on which license feature it is requesting. 5. Check for Beta or Previous Installations

After debugging this error across dozens of workstations, here is where I find the issue 99% of the time. triggers when Moldflow requests exclusive access but the

sudo systemctl start adsklicensing

If incorrect, use the pit_updater.sh script located in the sbin directory of your Moldflow installation to reset the server address. If a crash corrupts the lock, you lose fewer changes

“His ghost just locked my simulation.”

For Moldflow version 2023 and newer, Autodesk decoupled the user interface (Synergy) licensing configuration from the solver engine (Insight). You must configure them explicitly: Close all active windows of .

The output refreshed. Status: EXCLUSIVE / INACTIVE.

, where the license level (Standard, Premium, Ultimate) hasn't been set correctly. Moldflow License Configuration