How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSPRESENTA029 - The OLE-API call returned with an error

/SAPAPO/CDPSPRESENTA029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSPRESENTA -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: The OLE-API call returned with an error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSPRESENTA029 - The OLE-API call returned with an error ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSPRESENTA029 indicates that there was an issue with an OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) API call, which is often related to the integration of SAP with Microsoft Excel or other OLE-compatible applications. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when trying to export data or interact with external applications.
  Causes:
  
  OLE Automation Issues: The OLE interface may not be properly configured or may be experiencing issues with the external application (like Excel).
  Excel Not Installed or Not Accessible: If the system is trying to call Excel and it is not installed or accessible, this error can occur.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the version of SAP and the version of the OLE-compatible application.
  Permissions Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to execute OLE calls.
  Network Issues: If the OLE call requires network access (e.g., to a remote Excel instance), network issues could cause the error.
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