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5 Tips to Fix Abaqus FLEXnet License Server Issue

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Abaqus FLEXnet License Server Issue

You may have encountered the following error (Invalid license server configuration) while installing Abaqus. In older versions of Abaqus, which means 6.12 to 6.14, this problem rarely happens. But in newer versions like Abaqus 2019, Abaqus 2020, Abaqus 2021, and Abaqus 2022 Abaqus licensing is done with SolidSquad, and this problem has increased (Abaqus FLEXnet License Server Issue).

How To Fix Flexnet Licensing Error?

1- Edit The System Environment Variables

To solve this problem, if you do the following things correctly, you can easily overcome the issues.
Before starting to install Abaqus, create a variable similar to the one below and then OK all the windows. Maybe uppercase and lowercase letters are important, so write exactly as shown.

2- Make sure all the files you run are run as administrator.

One of the reasons that can cause Abaqus FLEXnet License Server Issue is not following this simple point.

3- Make sure that the Windows antivirus is completely disabled.

When the antivirus is turned on and you extract the files in the SolidSquad rar file, some files are immediately recognized as viruses by the antivirus and deleted, resulting in the Abaqus FLEXnet License Server Issue.

4- Delete the previous license folder entirely and rebuild it.

If the remaining license files are already on your computer, there may be an interference in the licensing process and it cannot be licensed properly. Therefore, be sure to pay attention to this point and delete the previous license files so that Abaqus FLEXnet License Server Issues do not happen.

5- Ensure the license server’s address

Make sure that the address of the license server (eg. 27800@localhost) is the same as the license file (open the license file with a notepad and check it). There is no need to change the local host, only the number (which here is 27800) must be the same as the license file.

I think the Abaqus FLEXnet License Server Issue has been solved with these changes. If there is a problem, comment right below this page.

What is an Abaqus FlexNet License Server?

An Abaqus FlexNet License Server is a software application that manages and distributes licenses for Abaqus software products to client machines on a network.

How does the Abaqus FlexNet License Server work?

 

The Abaqus FlexNet License Server is a software licensing system used by Abaqus software to manage and distribute licenses to users. It allows multiple users to access Abaqus software simultaneously while ensuring that the number of users does not exceed the number of licenses available.

The Abaqus FlexNet License Server works by first checking if a license is available when a user requests to use the software. If a license is available, it is assigned to the user and they are able to access the software. If no licenses are available, the user is placed in a queue and will be granted access when a license becomes available.

The Abaqus FlexNet License Server also allows for license borrowing, which allows users to temporarily use a license when they are not connected to the server. This can be useful for users who need to use the software while traveling or working remotely.

Overall, the Abaqus FlexNet License Server helps to ensure that Abaqus software is used efficiently and fairly among multiple users.

Can I use an Abaqus FlexNet License Server with multiple versions of Abaqus software?

 

Yes, you can use an Abaqus FlexNet License Server with multiple versions of Abaqus software. The FlexNet License Server manages the licenses for all versions of the Abaqus software installed on the network. When a user starts an Abaqus session, the software checks out a license from the server. If a license is available, the user can proceed with their work. If no licenses are available, the user will need to wait until a license becomes available or contact the license administrator to request additional licenses. It is important to ensure that the version of Abaqus being used is compatible with the version of the FlexNet License Server being used.

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About Mohamad Khorashad

Experienced FEA analyst with a demonstrated history of working in the mechanical engineering industry. Skilled in FMEA, Pressure Vessels, ABAQUS, LS-DYNA, Engineering, and Fluid-Structure Interaction.

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