How To Fix UPP_LB057 - No templates could be loaded for MS Excel

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_LB - Layout Builder: Messages

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No templates could be loaded for MS Excel

What causes this issue?

The system normally uses an empty Excel workbook as the template for
newly created planning layouts. This template cannot be found, or a
serious error occurred in the document storage.

System Response

Standard settings are used for formatting various layout areas.

How to fix this error?

Inform the person responsible for your system.

Procedure for System Administrators

Create a template with the necessary format templates with the
"UPP_MASTER_CHECKIN" program in the system. Further information can be
found in the SAP Library under "<ZK>Interactive Planning -> Planning
Layout -> Formatting the Planning Layout -> Editing the Layout
Template</>".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_LB057 - No templates could be loaded for MS Excel ?

  The SAP error message UPP_LB057, which states "No templates could be loaded for MS Excel," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or availability of Excel templates that are required for certain SAP functionalities, such as data uploads or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Templates: The required Excel templates may not be available in the specified directory or may not have been uploaded to the SAP system.
  Incorrect Path: The path to the templates may be incorrectly configured in the SAP settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the templates.
  File Format Issues: The templates may be in an unsupported format or corrupted.
  SAP Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAP system related to the Excel integration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Template Availability:
  
  Ensure that the required Excel templates are available in the correct directory. You may need to upload them again if they are missing.
  
  
  
  Verify Path Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the path to the Excel templates is correctly set. This can usually be done in the relevant transaction code (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the templates. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Check File Formats:
  
  Verify that the templates are in the correct format (e.g., .xls or .xlsx) and are not corrupted. You can try opening the templates in Excel to confirm they are functional.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are using to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE78 (for uploading templates) and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the UPP_LB057 error in SAP.