MICROSOFT EXCEL IS WAITING FOR ANOTHER APPLICATION TO COMPLETE AN OLE ACTION

The error message "Microsoft Excel is waiting for another application to complete an OLE action" occurs when Excel is waiting for another application to complete its operation. To troubleshoot this issue, check for dialog boxes, disable add-ins, check for external links, examine COM objects and automation, check for background processes, repair Office installation, update Office, clear Excel cache, review network issues, reboot your computer, or contact Microsoft Support for further assistance.