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Causes of “License not recognized — Error 120” in ETABS

License service not running: The ETABS/CADLM license manager (e.g., FlexNet/LMTOOLS or CACLS) is stopped or crashed.
Wrong license file or host ID: License file doesn’t match the machine’s MAC/host ID or points to a different server.
Port or firewall blocking: Required ports (usually 27000–27009 or as configured) are blocked between client and license server.
Multiple license managers/conflicts: Two license managers installed or residual license service from older versions interfering.
Incorrect environment variables: LICPATH.LIC, LM_LICENSE_FILE or similar variables point to the wrong file/server.
License expired or usage exceeded: The license has expired or all seats are currently in use.
Network name resolution issues: DNS or hosts file misconfiguration prevents client from resolving the license server name.
Permissions issue: License files or service lack proper read/execute permissions (Windows: run service as user with rights).
Time/date mismatch: Large clock drift between client and server can trip license validation.

If the basic reactivation doesn't work, try these steps identified by Computers and Structures, Inc. (CSI) Administrative Privileges : Ensure you run the activation tool and ETABS as an Administrator

Open the ETABS Key Server application (or CSI_License_Server).
Check if the service status says "Started." If it says "Stopped," click Start.
If it refuses to start, check if your Firewall is blocking the port (usually port 5093 or 1947).

License file incomplete. For standalone licenses, deactivate license and then reactivate the license. CSI Knowledge Base Licensing errors generated when running CSI software etabs license not recognized error 120 work

Ensure system date and time settings are correct and consistent.

Incomplete License File: The standalone license file may be damaged or missing critical data. Causes of “License not recognized — Error 120”

Reach out to CSI support for personalized assistance with resolving the error.
Provide detailed information about the error, including any error messages and system configuration.

subfolder of your ETABS installation directory) to deactivate your license and then reactivate it. Verify System Date License service not running: The ETABS/CADLM license manager

subfolder) to ensure the "Computer ID" checkbox is enabled and the computer recognizes your key. Update Sentinel Driver : If using a USB key or CID key, ensure the Sentinel System Driver is installed and up to date. Manage Native Images CSiNativeImageGen.exe utility found in the installation directory and select the Uninstall (F4)