Excel: runtime error 1004 - you can do that

If you see runtime error 1004 in the Excel spreadsheet, you can quickly fix it yourself. This practical tip shows you exactly how to do this.

Excel: Fix runtime error 1004 - so it'll work

• This error can be caused if your code is incorrect or you have set loops incorrectly, for example.
• If you use objects, you should make sure that you have defined and specified them correctly.
• If the error is issued, you should look carefully at the description. You will usually find helpful information there.
• Look closely at your code. Typing errors or spaces have often crept in here.
• In most cases it can help if you split the code into several parts.
• This may help you find the potential error more quickly and resolve the error message quickly.
• Also make sure that the respective Excel folder is not write-protected.

In the next practical tip, read how macros work in Excel.