How To Fix CLMM206 - No characteristic values have been copied to the clipboard

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLMM - Messages for Mass Processing in Classification System

• Message number: 206

• Message text: No characteristic values have been copied to the clipboard

What causes this issue?

You want to paste characteristic values, but there are no values in the
clipboard.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Select the lines that you want to copy to your target objects, then
choose <ZH>Copy char. values</>. This button is at the bottom of the
tab. Then you can restart the mass change.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLMM206 - No characteristic values have been copied to the clipboard ?

  The SAP error message CLMM206, which states "No characteristic values have been copied to the clipboard," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Classification Management module. This error indicates that the system was unable to copy characteristic values to the clipboard, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  No Selected Values: The user may not have selected any characteristic values to copy before attempting the operation.
  Clipboard Restrictions: There may be restrictions or limitations on the clipboard functionality within the SAP GUI or the user's operating system.
  Technical Issues: There could be a temporary glitch or issue with the SAP system or the user's session.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the copy operation.
  Data Integrity Issues: The characteristic values may not be properly defined or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Select Characteristic Values: Ensure that you have selected the characteristic values you want to copy before attempting the operation again.
  Check Clipboard Functionality: Verify that the clipboard is functioning correctly on your operating system. Try copying and pasting in other applications to ensure it is not a broader issue.
  Refresh the Session: Log out and log back into the SAP system to refresh your session. This can resolve temporary glitches.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to copy characteristic values. If not, contact your SAP administrator to review your permissions.
  Review Data Definitions: Check if the characteristic values you are trying to copy are correctly defined in the system. If there are issues with the data, you may need to correct them.
  Use Alternative Methods: If the clipboard functionality continues to fail, consider using alternative methods to transfer data, such as exporting to a file or using SAP's built-in data transfer tools.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Classification Management module to understand the expected behavior and any prerequisites for copying characteristic values.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.