: Open Task Manager > Details and end any processes named solidworks_fs.x .
Sometimes the "Inconsistent" status is fixed by refreshing the handshake with SolidWorks servers. : Open Task Manager > Details and end
If you are posting this to get help, the solution usually involves . The error "inconsistent license key" often happens if a previous session didn't close properly or if a Windows update broke the activation. : Open Task Manager > Details and end