How To Fix IQ133 - The clipboard contains materials with individual objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IQ -

• Message number: 133

• Message text: The clipboard contains materials with individual objects

What causes this issue?

The clipboard contains entries for individual objects, that have already
been added to the current installed base. An individual object may only
occur once in an installed base at any particular point.

System Response

The system cannot continue processing.

How to fix this error?

You can only copy objects that are not individual. Whether or not an
object is individual, depends on the object type.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IQ133 - The clipboard contains materials with individual objects ?

  The SAP error message IQ133, which states "The clipboard contains materials with individual objects," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that involves copying or moving materials in the SAP system, and the system detects that the clipboard contains materials that are not compatible with the operation due to their individual object status.
  Cause:
  
  Individual Objects: The error arises when the clipboard contains materials that are treated as individual objects (e.g., batch-managed materials or materials with specific characteristics) that cannot be processed in bulk or in the manner you are attempting.
  Incompatible Operations: The operation you are trying to perform (like mass changes, transfers, or deletions) may not be applicable to individual objects.
  Clipboard Content: The clipboard may have mixed content, including both individual objects and standard materials, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Clipboard Content: Review the materials currently in the clipboard. Ensure that you are only working with materials that are compatible with the operation you are trying to perform.
  Separate Individual Objects: If you need to work with both individual objects and standard materials, separate them into different operations. Handle individual objects in one operation and standard materials in another.
  Use Appropriate Transactions: Ensure you are using the correct transaction codes or functions that support the type of materials you are working with. For example, if you are dealing with batch-managed materials, use transactions that specifically cater to those.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling individual objects and the operations that can be performed on them.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: If the materials are batch-managed, familiarize yourself with how batch management works in SAP and the specific transactions that apply.
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the items in question to understand their characteristics and how they should be handled.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this error or provide additional guidance.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the operations you are attempting, as restrictions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.