How To Fix OA799 - Error from OLE application (&)

OA799 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 799

• Message text: Error from OLE application (&)

What causes this issue?

The called OLE application issues an error message.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA799 - Error from OLE application (&) ?

  The SAP error message OA799, which states "Error from OLE application (&)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the integration between SAP and an OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) application, such as Microsoft Excel or Word. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, compatibility problems, or issues with the OLE application itself.
  Causes:
  
  OLE Application Issues: The OLE application (e.g., Excel, Word) may not be properly installed, or there may be a version mismatch.
  SAP Configuration: Incorrect settings in SAP for OLE integration can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: If the OLE application is trying to access resources over a network, connectivity issues may cause this error.
  Permissions: Insufficient permissions for the user to access the OLE application or the data being processed.
  Corrupted Files: Corruption in the OLE application files or in the SAP data being processed can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check OLE Application Installation: Ensure that the