How To Fix S9004 - Nothing copied

S9004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S9 - ABAP/4 group various (SAMT ...)

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Nothing copied

What causes this issue?

No components were selected for the specified component.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S9004 - Nothing copied ?

  The SAP error message S9004 "Nothing copied" typically occurs when a user attempts to copy data from one location to another, but the source data is either empty or not available for copying. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data transfer, report generation, or when using certain SAP transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Source Data: The most common cause is that the source data you are trying to copy is empty or does not exist.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to filter the data may not match any records, resulting in no data being available for copying.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data, leading to an inability to copy it.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP system, such as temporary glitches or database connectivity problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Source Data: Verify that the source data you are trying to copy is indeed populated. You