Get spurious message "You can't add object etc" while creating word document

Question

Message - Warning Flag - "You can't add object while creating word document"

Answer 1

What are you doing, specifically, when you see that error message?

Answer 2

The warning message "You can't add object while creating word document" could be related to issues with embedded objects in Microsoft Word. This can occur if the application that is supposed to create the object cannot do so, possibly due to a missing license or if the object is currently running and cannot be removed.

For example, if you previously inserted an object (like a spreadsheet or another document) and then removed the application that creates that object, you might encounter this error. Additionally, if the object you are trying to embed is too large for the application to handle, it may also trigger this warning.

To resolve this issue, ensure that:

1. The necessary applications are installed and licensed.
2. Any instances of the object are closed before attempting to add it again.
3. The object you are trying to embed is within the size limits of the application.

---

References:

• Line 'item1': Can't create embedded object in 'item2'
• Line 'item1': Can't create embedded object in 'item2'; license not found
• Unable to create embedded object (Error 31032)