How To Fix UPP_FR012 - Excel worksheet cannot be saved as HTML

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_FR - Frontend

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Excel worksheet cannot be saved as HTML

What causes this issue?

In the settings for the planning layout, you have defined that the
Excel worksheet should be read as an HTML file and saved
(provisionally). This is not possible.

System Response

The Excel worksheet is not available as an HTML version in the Web
Interface Builder.

How to fix this error?

A worksheet can only be saved directly as HTML as of Microsoft Excel
2000. Check your Excel version. If you have Excel 2000 or higher
installed and the problem still occurs, then check your Excel
installation.
To proceed it is possible to deactivate the option "Save as HTML" in
the Layout Builder, remove the problem and save the layout again later.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_FR012 - Excel worksheet cannot be saved as HTML ?

  The SAP error message UPP_FR012, which states "Excel worksheet cannot be saved as HTML," typically occurs when there are issues related to the export functionality of SAP reports to HTML format. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, file permissions, or problems with the Excel application itself.
  Causes:
  
  Excel Configuration: The Excel application may not be properly configured to handle HTML exports.
  File Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to save files in the specified directory.
  SAP GUI Settings: There may be issues with the SAP GUI settings or the version of the SAP GUI being used.
  Excel Add-ins: Conflicts with Excel add-ins or macros that interfere with the export process.
  Corrupted Excel Installation: The Excel application itself may be corrupted or not functioning correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Excel Configuration:
  
  Ensure that Excel is properly installed and updated to the latest version.
  Check the settings in Excel to ensure that HTML export is enabled.
  
  
  
  File Permissions:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary permissions to save files in the target directory.
  Try saving the file to a different location where you have full access.
  
  
  
  SAP GUI Settings:
  
  Ensure that you are using a compatible version of SAP GUI with your SAP system.
  Check the SAP GUI settings related to file export and ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Disable Add-ins:
  
  Temporarily disable any Excel add-ins or macros that might be causing conflicts.
  Restart Excel and try the export again.
  
  
  
  Repair or Reinstall Excel:
  
  If the problem persists, consider repairing the Excel installation through the Control Panel.
  If repairing does not work, a complete reinstallation of Excel may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Formats:
  
  If exporting to HTML continues to fail, consider exporting the report to a different format (e.g., CSV, PDF) and then converting it to HTML using other tools.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for any specific requirements or limitations regarding exporting reports to HTML.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your IT support team or SAP support for further assistance.