Issue
Error during installation of Vista: "Unable to Locate Microsoft Excel" or may say "Could not find Microsoft Excel which is needed to use Vista Reports."
Environment
Windows 7, XP
Microsoft Excel
Vista
Cause
Vista may not be compatible with the version of Excel that you have installed on your computer or Excel may not be installed.
Resolution
- Download document TAC Vista Compatibility Matrix
- Use the matrix to compare the version of Vista you are trying to install and the software installed on the machine
- Correct any discrepancies by either purchasing a different version of Excel for the computer or using a different version of Vista.
