How To Fix SB168 - The selected section was added to the clipboard

SB168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 168

• Message text: The selected section was added to the clipboard

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SB168 - The selected section was added to the clipboard ?

  The SAP error message SB168, which states "The selected section was added to the clipboard," typically occurs in the context of SAP GUI when a user attempts to copy a section of data or a report. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message indicating that the selected data has been successfully copied to the clipboard.
  
  Cause:
  
  The message appears when a user selects a section of data (like a table or report) and uses the copy function (usually Ctrl+C or right-click and select "Copy").
  It can also occur when using specific functions in SAP that involve copying data, such as copying from an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grid.
  
  
  Solution:
  Since this message is informational, there is no specific "solution" required to resolve an error. However, if you are looking to ensure that the data is copied correctly, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify Clipboard Content: After receiving the message, you can