How To Fix TFC0103 - First close all other Office documents

TFC0103 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TFC0 - Messages in FC

• Message number: 103

• Message text: First close all other Office documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TFC0103 - First close all other Office documents ?

  The SAP error message TFC0103, which states "First close all other Office documents," typically occurs when you are trying to use SAP's integration with Microsoft Office (such as Excel or Word) while there are other Office documents open. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to export data from SAP to Excel or when using SAP's Office Add-In.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Office Documents Open: The error is triggered when there are other Office applications or documents open that conflict with the SAP Office integration.
  Add-In Conflicts: Sometimes, the SAP Office Add-In may not function properly if other Office documents are open, especially if they are using the same resources.
  Resource Locking: Office applications may lock certain resources, preventing SAP from accessing them.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Close Other Office Documents: The most straightforward solution is to close all other Microsoft Office documents and applications that are currently open. This includes Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
  Restart SAP