How To Fix RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL051 - Work process released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL - Messages for Excel Launch

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Work process released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL051 - Work process released ?

  The SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL051 typically occurs when there is an issue with launching an Excel report from SAP. The specific message "Work process released" indicates that the work process that was handling the request has been released, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Timeouts: The work process may have timed out due to long-running queries or reports.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or CPU resources on the SAP server can lead to work processes being released.
  Excel Configuration: Issues with the Excel configuration or the way it interacts with SAP can cause this error.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP system and the client machine running Excel.
  SAP GUI Version: Incompatibility between the version of SAP GUI and Excel can lead to issues.
  User Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations for the user to execute the report or access the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor the SAP system for resource usage (CPU, memory) and ensure that there are enough resources available.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings for the work processes in the SAP system.
  Update SAP GUI: Ensure that you are using the latest version of SAP GUI that is compatible with your version of Excel.
  Excel Configuration: Check the Excel settings and ensure that the SAP add-in is properly configured and enabled.
  Network Stability: Verify the network connection between the client and the SAP server to ensure stability.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to run the report.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) or SM21 (System Log) for any related errors or dumps that could provide more context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for any specific configurations or known issues related to Excel integration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL051 error message.