Error Message When Using a MACRO in Excel

[wec43wec]

If the file name is "hard coded" in a macro, how do I create a macro within a file that can be used with a
different file name?

I had (still have) a problem with a macro that I created that references other macros on different sheets in a file that generates an error message each time I click or use this macro.

I was advised in another forum that the macro is hard coded and it generates an error if I file save the file with a different name. The only problem with this theory is that the single or individual macros that are used on one sheet does not seem to have a problem, only the macro that is references different macros on several sheets is the macro that I continue to have problems with.

Thanks for any assistance.

 

[macropod]

Hi wec43wec,

Well, depending on what you're doing, you might use 'Workbooks(Name)' - where you pass 'Name' as a variable, 'ActiveWorkbook' or 'ThisWorkbook'. It really depends on what you're trying to achieve.

Cheers

[MS MVP - Word]

 

[xlbo]

Look in the object model. THISWORKBOOK can always be used to refer to the workbook in which the code resides. ACTIVEworkbook will refer to the workbook currently...well...active.....

The exact way around your issue can only be answered if you post some of the code that is bombing out and an explanation of what it is trying to achieve..

Rgds, Geoff

We could learn a lot from crayons. Some are sharp, some are pretty and some are dull. Some have weird names and all are different colours but they all live in the same box.

Please read FAQ222-2244 before you ask a question

 

[combo]

To interact with the user you can use FileDialog object (excel xp or higher) or older SaveAs dialog in Dialogs collection. A simple InputBox function can be used if there is no need to select the directory. In each case the input string should be validated (no '*' etc. inside).

combo

 

[PHV]

What about the Application.Run method ?

Hope This Helps, PH.
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