How To Fix RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL032 - Launcher path '&1' is initial => Analyzer not installed correctly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL - Messages for Excel Launch

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Launcher path '&1' is initial => Analyzer not installed correctly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL032 - Launcher path '&1' is initial => Analyzer not installed correctly ?

  The SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL032 indicates that the SAP Analysis for Microsoft Office (AO) add-in is not installed correctly or that the system cannot find the path to the add-in. This error typically occurs when trying to launch an SAP report or query in Excel using the Analysis for Office tool.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Installation: The SAP Analysis for Office add-in is not installed on the user's machine.
  Incorrect Path: The path to the Analysis for Office executable is not correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the Analysis for Office installed may not be compatible with the version of SAP BW or the SAP system being used.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the Analysis for Office add-in.
  Registry Issues: There may be issues with the Windows registry entries related to the Analysis for Office installation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Install Analysis for Office:
  
  Ensure that SAP Analysis for Office is installed on your machine. You can download it from the SAP Support Portal or your organization's software distribution platform.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the SAP system. You can check the settings in transaction code RSADMIN or RSO2 to ensure that the path to the Analysis for Office executable is correctly set.
  The path should point to the installation directory of the Analysis for Office add-in.
  
  
  
  Update or Reinstall:
  
  If the add-in is already installed, consider updating it to the latest version or reinstalling it to ensure that all components are correctly installed.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and run the Analysis for Office add-in.
  
  
  
  Registry Check:
  
  If you are comfortable with it, check the Windows registry for entries related to SAP Analysis for Office. Ensure that they point to the correct installation path. Be cautious when editing the registry, as incorrect changes can affect system stability.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for Analysis for Office for any specific installation or configuration instructions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to Analysis for Office for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for troubleshooting and finding solutions shared by other users who have encountered similar issues.
  Version Compatibility: Always ensure that the version of Analysis for Office is compatible with the version of SAP BW or the SAP system you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully launch SAP reports in Excel using the Analysis for Office add-in.