Moldflow Error 99998 Exclusive — Autodesk

The Simulation Job Manager (SJM) is trying to pull a license that is already "exclusively" checked out by another process or user. Step-by-Step Solutions 1. Clear "Ghost" Processes

When Moldflow crashes or is force-closed (Task Manager), it does not delete the temporary lock file. This file, typically named *.lck or a hidden system file within the study folder, tells Moldflow: "This study is in use." Even though no session is active, the lock persists, triggering Error 99998. autodesk moldflow error 99998 exclusive

Depending on your Moldflow version (2018 to 2025), the error may appear as: The Simulation Job Manager (SJM) is trying to