[…] FILENAME DDE – uses Windows messages to control what goes into an Excel file, down to the cell level. Works only when SAS for Windows and Excel are on the same machine. Doesn't work in SAS workspace servers or stored process servers (often accessed with SAS Enterprise Guide). It's an antiquated approach, but offers tremendous control that many long-time SAS users enjoy -- when it works. See why your DDE programs don't work anymore. …