How To Fix UPP_FR008 - Cursor is in Edit mode in a cell or Excel is damaged

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_FR - Frontend

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Cursor is in Edit mode in a cell or Excel is damaged

What causes this issue?

At the moment MS Excel is not repsonding or is damaged. This typically
occurs when you were executing an activity in Editor mode. But there
could also be a serious error with Excel.

System Response

No data could be read from MS Excel; the activity could not be
executed.

How to fix this error?

Try to execute your last action again. Make sure that you are not in
the Editor mode in Excel (you can find information about the status of
Excel in its status line, for example). If you cannot correct the error
in this way then you will have to terminate manual planning or the
processing of the layout.
Very rarely Excel still does not repsond after terminating the activity.
Then no other layouts can be processed or displayed and also no manual
planning can be executed. In this case exit manual planning and start
again. If this is not sufficient then please close the session in which
the error occurred.
If MS Excel still does not respond, log off the system and check your
Excel installation. A simple reason for the error might be that you
are trying to use manual planning functions without having MS Excel
installed on your PC.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_FR008 - Cursor is in Edit mode in a cell or Excel is damaged ?

  The SAP error message "UPP_FR008 Cursor is in Edit mode in a cell or Excel is damaged" typically occurs when using SAP Analysis for Microsoft Office (AO) or SAP BusinessObjects Analysis, and it indicates that there is an issue with the Excel environment or the way the SAP add-in is interacting with Excel.
  Causes:
  
  Edit Mode in Excel: The error often arises when a user tries to perform an action in SAP while a cell in Excel is currently in edit mode. This means that the user has clicked into a cell and is actively editing its contents.
  Excel Corruption: If Excel is damaged or corrupted, it may not function properly with the SAP add-in, leading to various errors.
  Add-in Issues: There may be issues with the SAP Analysis for Office add-in itself, such as it not being properly installed or configured.
  Compatibility Issues: There could be compatibility issues between the version of Excel and the version of the SAP add-in being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Exit Edit Mode: Ensure that you are not in edit mode in any Excel cell. You can do this by pressing the Enter key or clicking outside the cell you are editing.
  Restart Excel: Close and reopen Excel to reset the environment. This can help clear any temporary issues.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that both Excel and the SAP Analysis for Office add-in are up to date. Install any available updates.
  Repair Excel: If you suspect that Excel is damaged, you can run a repair:
  
  Go to Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features.
  Find Microsoft Office in the list, right-click it, and select "Change."
  Choose the "Repair" option and follow the prompts.
  
  
  Reinstall SAP Add-in: If the problem persists, consider uninstalling and then reinstalling the SAP Analysis for Office add-in.
  Check Compatibility: Verify that the versions of Excel and the SAP add-in are compatible. Refer to SAP documentation for compatibility matrices.
  Check for Conflicting Add-ins: Sometimes, other Excel add-ins can conflict with the SAP add-in. Try disabling other add-ins to see if that resolves the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Analysis for Office for any specific configuration or troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your IT support team or SAP support for further assistance.