The license file selected appears to be invalid

The license file selected appears to be invalid

[Walter Roberson]

Is this during a "silent installation" ?

Are you using MATLAB command line options to point to a particular license file?

Answer 1

[Simar]

Hi Bjørn,

I understand that you are facing difficulty with a license file. The error message "The license file selected appears to be invalid" in MATLAB typically indicates an issue with the license file or the license manager. Here are a few potential reasons for this error:

• License file might be corrupted or not valid. Make sure the correct license file is being used. Obtain a new license file from the MathWorks License Center if needed. https://in.mathworks.com/licensecenter/licenses/add?s_tid=gn_aslc
• MATLAB might be looking for the license file in the wrong location. Check that the path to license file is correct.
• Ensure that correct syntax and options are being used when pointing to the license file. Use the -c option followed by the full path to the license file. For e.g.- matlab -c "C:\path\to\license.lic"
• The license file being used might not be valid for a command line or silent installation. Some types of MATLAB licenses require interactive activation (e.g., Individual, Home, Student, Trial Licenses)
• License file might have expired. Check the expiration date of license.
• The license file and the MATLAB version might not match. Make sure that license file is valid for MATLAB version being used.
• Firewall or antivirus software on your computer might be blocking MATLAB from accessing the license file.

The following link to the MATLAB Answer could assist you in resolving your specific situation-

https://in.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/answers/100449-why-am-i-being-told-the-license-file-selected-appears-to-be-invalid-when-browsing-to-a-license-fil

Hope it helps!

Best Regards

Simar