On any standard PS3 game structure, it lives permanently at: GAMES/[GameID]/PS3_GAME/LIC.DAT
If you used Method 2 to create a dummy file and it still fails, it means the game's executable ( EBOOT.BIN ) requires a strictly authentic, non-generic signature. In this rare scenario, your best option is to completely re-dump the disc using the Irisman/multiMAN method detailed above. Summary Checklist for Troubleshooting Ps3 Generate Lic.dat
The exact Title ID of your current game (found by opening your game’s PARAM.SFO file in a text editor or PS3 SFO editor). Step-by-Step Manual Guide 1. Setup the Directories On any standard PS3 game structure, it lives
While LIC.DAT deals with disc-based game authentication, the act.dat file is related to user account activation for PSN content (PKG games). Step-by-Step Manual Guide 1
Generating a Lic.dat file is a relatively straightforward process. Here are the steps:
Highlight the file content from the very beginning up to offset 900 .
Alternatively, you can use tools like gen_lic_dat or PS3_Lic_Generator to generate a lic.dat file. These tools can create a lic.dat file based on the game's title ID and other parameters.