How To Fix RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME128 - Visual Basic project is locked

RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME128 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME - Messages of the Excel Runtime

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Visual Basic project is locked

What causes this issue?

The Visual Basic project for the workbook is locked for viewing with a
password.

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?

To unlock the project, navigate from the workbook to the Visual Basic
editor to edit the project.
You can do this by pressing Alt+F11 or by choosing <ZK>Tools</> -->
<ZK>Macro</> --> <ZK>Visual Basic Editor</>.
You are then prompted to enter the password with which the project was
locked.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME128 - Visual Basic project is locked ?

  The SAP error message "RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME128: Visual Basic project is locked" typically occurs when you are trying to export data from SAP to Excel, and the Excel file you are attempting to use has a Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) project that is locked. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Password Protection: The Excel file may have a VBA project that is password-protected, preventing access to the code.
  File Permissions: The file may have restricted permissions that prevent modifications or access to the VBA project.
  Corrupted File: The Excel file may be corrupted, leading to issues when trying to access the VBA project.
  Excel Settings: Certain settings in Excel may restrict access to VBA projects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Unlock the VBA Project:
  
  If you have the password for the VBA project, you can unlock it by opening the Excel file, going to the VBA editor (press ALT + F11), and entering the password when prompted.
  If you do not have