How To Fix /UI2/PAGEBUILDER018 - No object has been selected. Please select at least one object for copy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/PAGEBUILDER -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No object has been selected. Please select at least one object for copy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/PAGEBUILDER018 - No object has been selected. Please select at least one object for copy ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/PAGEBUILDER018 indicates that the system is expecting at least one object to be selected for a copy operation, but none has been selected. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Fiori Launchpad or when working with the SAP UI2 framework, particularly when trying to copy or manipulate UI elements such as tiles, catalogs, or groups.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not selected any objects in the UI before attempting to perform the copy operation.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to select or copy the objects.
  System Glitch: Occasionally, a temporary glitch in the system may prevent the selection from being recognized.
  Browser Issues: Sometimes, browser-related issues (like caching or JavaScript errors) can interfere with the selection process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select an Object: Ensure that you have selected at least one object (e.g., a tile, catalog, or group) before