Any objects like Data Validation dropdowns or Comments?

See this KB Article for possible clues and fixes.

http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;211769


Gord Dibben MS Excel MVP

On Mon, 17 Mar 2008 12:53:00 -0700, Seltz
wrote:

I am trying to hide many columns in a large Excel file. A dialogue box
appears stating: Cannot move objects off sheet. The box prevents me from
hiding any columns. All filters, formatting, hidden panes, frozen panes, etc.
are turned off.