How To Fix H1831 - Error in excel communication: &1

H1831 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 831

• Message text: Error in excel communication: &1

What causes this issue?

Error &v1& occurred in excel communication.

System Response

The executed plan activities were not updated in excel or in the system.

How to fix this error?

Re-start the Position Management transaction and close any open excel
applications in other windows.

Procedure for System Administrators

If the error occurs again, inform your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1831 - Error in excel communication: &1 ?

  The SAP error message H1831, which indicates "Error in Excel communication: &1," typically arises when there is an issue with the integration between SAP and Microsoft Excel. This error can occur during various operations, such as exporting data from SAP to Excel or when trying to use Excel as a front-end for SAP data.
  Causes:
  
  Excel 
  Configuration Issues: The Excel application may not be properly configured to communicate with SAP.
  SAP GUI Version: An outdated or incompatible version of the SAP GUI can lead to communication errors.
  Excel Add-ins: Conflicts with Excel add-ins or macros can disrupt the communication process.
  Network Issues: Temporary network issues or connectivity problems between the SAP server and the client machine.
  Permissions: Insufficient permissions for the user to perform the operation.
  File Format Issues: Problems with the file format or data being exported/imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Excel Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP GUI for Windows is properly installed and configured.
  Verify that the SAP Excel integration settings