How To Fix SOFFICEINTEGRATION120 - SAP OLE link server is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOFFICEINTEGRATION - Application and platform independent office integration

• Message number: 120

• Message text: SAP OLE link server is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOFFICEINTEGRATION120 - SAP OLE link server is not active ?

  The SAP error message SOFFICEINTEGRATION120 indicates that the SAP OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) link server is not active. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the integration between SAP and Microsoft Office applications, particularly when trying to use functionalities that require OLE integration, such as exporting data to Excel or Word.
  Causes:
  
  OLE Link Server Not Running: The OLE link server that facilitates communication between SAP and Microsoft Office applications may not be running.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system or the Microsoft Office installation that prevent proper communication.
  Network Issues: If the SAP system and the client machine are not properly connected, it can lead to this error.
  Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the OLE link server.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the versions of SAP and Microsoft Office being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Start the OLE Link Server:
  
  Ensure that the OLE