How To Fix RSDD_XLS_MSG007 - Cells in the Excel table are protected from formatting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_XLS_MSG - Excel Upload Messages

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Cells in the Excel table are protected from formatting

What causes this issue?

The cells in the Excel table are protected from formatting. The sheet
that you want to load from is protected, and the 'Cell Formatting'
option is selected.

System Response

The load process is terminated.

How to fix this error?

You can either deselect the 'Cell Formatting' option or remove the
protection from the sheet.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_XLS_MSG007 - Cells in the Excel table are protected from formatting ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_XLS_MSG007 indicates that the cells in the Excel table are protected from formatting. This typically occurs when you are trying to export data from SAP BW (Business Warehouse) to Excel, and the Excel sheet or specific cells are locked or protected, preventing any formatting changes.
  Cause:
  
  Protected Worksheet: The Excel worksheet may be protected, which restricts any modifications, including formatting changes.
  Cell Protection: Specific cells within the worksheet may be locked, preventing formatting or data entry.
  Excel Settings: Certain Excel settings or configurations may be preventing the modification of the cells.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Unprotect the Worksheet:
  
  Open the Excel file.
  Go to the "Review" tab.
  Click on "Unprotect Sheet" (you may need a password if one was set).
  
  
  
  Check Cell Protection:
  
  Select the cells that are causing the issue.
  Right-click and choose "Format Cells."
  Go to the "Protection" tab and ensure that "Locked" is unchecked.
  If the sheet is protected, you will need to unprotect it first.
  
  
  
  Save the File:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the Excel file and try exporting the data from SAP BW again.
  
  
  
  Check Excel Options:
  
  Ensure that there are no settings in Excel that might be preventing formatting changes. Check under "File" > "Options" > "Advanced" for any relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Export to a New Workbook:
  
  If the issue persists, try exporting the data to a new Excel workbook instead of the existing one.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW and Excel Integration: When exporting data from SAP BW to Excel, ensure that the target Excel file is not protected or locked.
  Excel Versions: The steps may vary slightly depending on the version of Excel you are using, but the general approach remains the same.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify the Excel file, especially if it is shared or located on a network drive.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, consider reaching out to your IT support or SAP BW administrator for further assistance.