Invalid Inconsistent License Key 8 544 0 Solidworks 2020 Work -
The SOLIDWORKS error code -8, 544, 0 indicates an "Invalid (inconsistent) license key". This typically means
- Open the SOLIDWORKS License Manager Client from your Start Menu.
- Check the "Server List." If the server name is listed as
25734@YourOldServerNameor justYourServer(without port), change it to:Locate the
SolidWorks PDMfolder and find a file namedstored procsorstoredrox. The SOLIDWORKS error code -8, 544, 0 indicatesAdd-ins: If the error only appears for specific features like CAM, go to Tools > Add-ins and uncheck the problematic add-on to stop the error from appearing at startup. Open the SOLIDWORKS License Manager Client from your
Right-click each instance and select End task followed by End process. Rename Conflicting Files: The SOLIDWORKS error code -8
Confirm that both machines are on the same network and you can successfully the server from the client. Add inbound and outbound firewall exceptions for TCP ports 25734 and 25735 , which are used by the SNL Manager. Resolve Component Mismatch