How To Fix PACKAGE_BUILDER01009 - There is no data on the clipboard

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PACKAGE_BUILDER01 - Messages for Package Builder

• Message number: 009

• Message text: There is no data on the clipboard

What causes this issue?

The clipboard does not contain any data.

System Response

The system cannot paste from the clipboard.

How to fix this error?

Use COPY or CUT to place your data on the clipboard, then paste it.

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 PACKAGE_BUILDER01009 - There is no data on the clipboard ?

  The SAP error message PACKAGE_BUILDER01009 indicates that there is no data on the clipboard when you attempt to perform an action that requires data to be copied or pasted. This error typically occurs in the context of using the SAP GUI or when working with certain SAP applications that involve data manipulation.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Empty Clipboard: The clipboard is empty because no data has been copied to it.
  Incorrect Copy Action: The user may have attempted to copy data from a source that does not support copying or from an area where no data is selected.
  Session Issues: There may be issues with the SAP session or the GUI that prevent data from being copied correctly.
  Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to copy data from the specific application or transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Clipboard Content:
  
  Ensure that you have copied data to the clipboard before attempting to paste it. You can do this by selecting the data and using the copy command (Ctrl+C or right-click and select "Copy").
  
  
  
  Re-copy Data:
  
  Go back to the source of the data, select it again, and copy it to the clipboard. Make sure that the data is indeed selected.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Method:
  
  Ensure you are using the correct method to copy and paste data within the SAP application. Some applications may have specific ways to handle data.
  
  
  
  Restart SAP GUI:
  
  Close and reopen the SAP GUI. Sometimes, restarting the application can resolve temporary glitches.
  
  
  
  Check for Session Issues:
  
  Log out and log back into your SAP session. This can help reset any session-related issues.
  
  
  
  Permissions Check:
  
  If you suspect that permissions might be an issue, contact your SAP administrator to verify that you have the necessary permissions to copy data from the application.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods:
  
  If the clipboard method continues to fail, consider using alternative methods to transfer data, such as exporting to a file or using SAP's built-in data transfer tools.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific application or module you are working with for any additional guidance on data handling.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your IT support team or SAP support for further assistance.