How To Fix GG131 - The clipboard is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 131

• Message text: The clipboard is empty

What causes this issue?

No data has been transferred to 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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG131 - The clipboard is empty ?

  The SAP error message GG131, which states "The clipboard is empty," typically occurs when you attempt to paste data into an SAP field but the clipboard does not contain any data. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  No Data Copied: You may not have copied any data to the clipboard before attempting to paste.
  Clipboard Issues: There may be issues with the clipboard functionality in your operating system or SAP GUI.
  SAP GUI Settings: Certain settings in the SAP GUI may restrict clipboard operations.
  Security Restrictions: Some organizations implement security policies that restrict clipboard access between applications.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Copy Data: Ensure that you have copied the desired data to the clipboard. You can do this by selecting the text or data in SAP or another application and using the copy command (Ctrl+C or right-click and select "Copy").
  
  
  Check Clipboard: After copying, you can check the clipboard by pasting it into a text editor (like Notepad) to confirm that the data is indeed there.
  
  
  Restart SAP GUI: Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP GUI can resolve temporary issues with clipboard functionality.
  
  
  Check SAP GUI Settings: 
  
  Go to the SAP GUI options and check if there are any settings related to clipboard access that need to be adjusted.
  Ensure that the "Enable clipboard" option is checked if available.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If pasting directly does not work, consider using alternative methods to input data, such as typing it manually or using SAP's built-in data import tools.
  
  
  Check for Security Policies: If you are in a corporate environment, check with your IT department to see if there are any security policies that might be affecting clipboard functionality.
  
  
  Update SAP GUI: Ensure that you are using the latest version of the SAP GUI, as updates may fix bugs related to clipboard functionality.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to clipboard functionality in your version of SAP.
  User Permissions: Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to perform clipboard operations.
  Operating System Issues: If the problem persists, it may be worth checking for any issues with your operating system's clipboard functionality.
  
  If the issue continues after trying these solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.