How do I solve "Unable to start Excel server for import"?

I got the below error when I tried to execute the Simulink model.

I can figure it out but I'm not quite sure what exactly I should do.

What is the next step to the Simulink model?

I wonder if I need to install Microsoft Excel to my local PC.... I have a hunch, though....

Warning: Unable to start Excel server for import. basic' mode. See HELP XLSREAD for details.
Please refer to HELP XLSREAD for details.

> in xlsread (line 86)
In VCU_CNT_set_params (line 21)
In init_setting (line 25)
In run (line 112) 
Error while using: xlsread (line 148)
Worksheet 'sheet1' not found.

Error: VCU_CNT_set_params (line 21)
VCU_CNT_trq_require_accper = xlsread('VCU_params.xlsx','sheet1','B2:I2');
                              ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Error: init_setting (line 25)
VCU_CNT_set_params;
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Error: run (line 112)
evalin('caller', strcat(scriptStem, ';'));

Answer 1

[Saurabh]

Hi @翼,

I came across a similar discussion regarding this issue. In that case, the problem was that Excel was operating in a virtualized environment. It might be helpful to reinstall Office using a proper .msi installation instead of the click-to-run version.

The MATLAB answer thread can be found here:

https://www.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/answers/19264-problems-starting-excel-server