Problems generating csv using bat.xlt in CUCM 8.6.2

Question

Hello gentlemen
I`m having some difficulties generating csv from the bat.xlt file downloaded from my CUCM publisher using excel 2010
I download the file, enable editing and macros, I hit the "create file format" button to generate the columns I need, all looks good so far..
after filling in some data in the 5 columns I need, witch are Device name, Decsription, Directory number, Display and Line text label (taking care to not enter illigal data, eg boolean, string, integer) I try to press the "Export to BAT format" button.
a popup message displays "please enter numeric value in the text boxes" and this popup will not go away no matter where I click inside excel after this
I try to enter a value above 0 in a text box, but I only get to enter a value in one of the boxes before the popup ruins the day, after that the popup message/error message appears immediately if I click anywhere in the spreadsheet
I have tried to save the file as an "Microsoft excel macro enabled worksheet" (.xlsm) but it doesnt seem to help
Thanks for your help!
.xlt file from CUCM included

Answer 1

Hi Geir,
It's likely one of these two bugs;
CSCti42583 - BAT.xlt needs to be supported on 32-bit Office 2010
Description
Symptom:
BAT.xlt does not work in Microsoft excel 2010
Conditions:
Microsoft excel 2010
Workaround:
None
Details
First Found in:                          (2)
8.6,8.5(1)
Status:
Open
Last Modified:
May 07,2012
Product:
Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CallManager)
Platform:
Dependent
Severity:
6 - enhancement
or
Related Bugs
CSCtq23985 : Bat.xlt file doesnt work with Localized MS Excel 2010
Symptom:
When trying to fill in data in the BAT.xlt file you are getting an error message
"Please enter numeric values in text boxes"
While the data entered is perfectly fine.
Conditions:
First seen on French Windows Version with French MS Excel 2010
Workaround:
Use Bulk Administration -> Export/Import approach instead of the BAT.xlt file.
Cheers!
Rob
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