| Keyword | Meaning | |---------|---------| | EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION | Memory access issue (often hardware or driver related) | | STACK_OVERFLOW | Infinite recursion or very deep command calls | | Out of memory | Insufficient RAM or virtual memory | | Failed to load DLL | Missing or corrupted dependency | | Graphics driver | GPU-related failure | | Corrupt project file | Issue with .wbpj or .mechdb file |
If you encounter this error repeatedly despite following the steps above, consider evaluating your workstation specifications against ANSYS’s hardware requirements, and ensure you are running a certified graphics driver configuration. Simulation stability begins with a stable foundation. Last updated: For ANSYS Workbench releases 2022 R1 through 2025 R1. Always consult the ANSYS Customer Portal for release-specific known issues and hotfixes. Insufficient System Memory (RAM / Virtual Memory) Why
If you cannot interpret the file, save it and contact ANSYS Support—they will ask for it. 1. Insufficient System Memory (RAM / Virtual Memory) Why it happens: ANSYS Workbench can consume 8-32 GB of RAM depending on model size. When memory runs out, ansyswbu.exe crashes when trying to allocate additional space—for example, when updating a mesh or refreshing a result. Insufficient System Memory (RAM / Virtual Memory) Why