How To Fix RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL009 - The Excel instance has loaded the wrong add-in version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL - Messages for Excel Launch

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The Excel instance has loaded the wrong add-in version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL009 - The Excel instance has loaded the wrong add-in version ?

  The SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL009 indicates that the Excel instance has loaded an incorrect version of the SAP add-in. This typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the version of the SAP BusinessObjects Analysis for Microsoft Office (or another SAP Excel add-in) installed on your system and the version that is expected by the SAP system you are trying to connect to.
  Causes:
  
  Version Mismatch: The installed add-in version does not match the version required by the SAP system.
  Multiple Add-in Versions: There may be multiple versions of the SAP add-in installed on your machine, leading to conflicts.
  Corrupted Installation: The add-in installation may be corrupted or incomplete.
  Excel Configuration: Excel may not be configured correctly to load the appropriate add-in.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Installed Add-in Version:
  
  Open Excel and go to File > Options > Add-ins.
  Check the version of the SAP add-in installed. Compare it with the version required by your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Update or Reinstall the Add-in:
  
  If