How To Fix I4217 - One item was copied to the clipboard

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 217

• Message text: One item was copied to the clipboard

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4217 - One item was copied to the clipboard ?

  The SAP error message I4217 ("One item was copied to the clipboard") is not necessarily an error in the traditional sense but rather an informational message indicating that an item has been successfully copied to the clipboard. This message typically appears when you perform an action in SAP that involves copying data, such as copying a row from a table or a field value.
  Cause:
  
  The message is triggered when you use the copy function (e.g., Ctrl+C or right-click and select "Copy") in SAP.
  It serves as a confirmation that the item has been copied and is now available in the clipboard for pasting elsewhere.
  
  Solution:
  
  If you see this message, it generally means that the action was successful, and you can proceed to paste the copied item wherever needed (e.g., in another field, document, or application).
  To paste the copied item, you can use the paste function (e.g., Ctrl+V or right-click and select "Paste").
  
  Related Information:
  
  If you encounter this message frequently and it disrupts your workflow, you may want to check if there are any settings or configurations in your SAP GUI that can suppress such informational messages.
  If you are experiencing issues with copying and pasting data (e.g., the data does not appear as expected), ensure that:
  
  You have the necessary permissions to copy data from the specific SAP transaction or report.
  There are no restrictions in your SAP environment that prevent copying data.
  Your clipboard is functioning correctly outside of SAP.
  
  
  
  If you have further issues or specific scenarios where this message is causing confusion, providing additional context may help in troubleshooting the situation more effectively.