Resolving Error Code 25004: Incorrect Product Key Usage
Several strategies exist to rectify Error Code 25004:
- Ensure the product key utilized aligns with the specific Microsoft Office version you intend to install. Confirm compatibility between the key and the Office edition.
- Remove any prior Microsoft Office installations that might be obstructing the new install. Employ the Microsoft Office Removal Tool for a thorough uninstallation.
- Temporarily deactivate any antivirus or firewall settings while installing. These security measures can occasionally disrupt the installation and trigger errors.
- Opt for online activation of the product key rather than phone-based activation, which can help bypass certain activation dilemmas.