How To Fix F5A018 - Copying a text is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Copying a text is not possible

What causes this issue?

You have entered the masking indicator '+' for the item long text. You
cannot however copy a previously entered text here.

System Response

Information

How to fix this error?

Texts can only be copied if item texts have already been entered in
other document line items. Your entry is however in the first line item
of the document to be entered.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A018 - Copying a text is not possible ?

  The SAP error message F5A018, which states "Copying a text is not possible," typically occurs when there is an issue with copying text from one document or object to another within the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the creation or modification of documents, where text elements are involved.
  Causes:
  
  Text Object Not Defined: The text object you are trying to copy from or to may not be defined in the system.
  Text Type Issues: The text type you are trying to copy may not be compatible with the target document.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to copy texts.
  Missing Text Elements: The source text may not exist or may be incomplete.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the text management settings of the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Text Object and Type: Ensure that the text object and text type you are trying to copy are correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the relevant customizing settings.
  Verify Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform text copying. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Review Source Text: Confirm that the source text exists and is complete. If it is missing or incomplete, you may need to create or update it.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to text management in the SAP system. This may involve checking transaction codes like SO10 (for standard texts) or other relevant transactions.
  Use Alternative Methods: If copying is not possible, consider manually entering the text or using other methods to transfer the information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to text management, such as SO10 (for standard texts) and SE61 (for documentation).
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP help documentation for more detailed information on text management and error handling.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.