How To Fix K6406 - The clipboard is empty

K6406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 406

• Message text: The clipboard is empty

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K6406 - Details

• The SAP error message K6406, which states "The clipboard is empty," typically occurs when you attempt to paste data into a field or area in SAP that requires data to be copied from the clipboard, but the clipboard does not contain any data. This can happen in various SAP modules, especially when working with data entry or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty Clipboard: The most straightforward cause is that nothing has been copied to the clipboard before attempting to paste.
  Copying Issues: There may have been an issue with the copy operation, such as copying from a source that does not support clipboard operations.
  Clipboard Management: Sometimes, clipboard management tools or settings in the operating system can interfere with the copy-paste functionality.
  SAP GUI Issues: There may be a temporary glitch or issue with the SAP GUI that prevents the clipboard from functioning correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Copy Data Again: Ensure that you have copied the desired data to the clipboard.