How To Fix VBI_GUI_TEST005 - External Drop Event on object &1 received. Data: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBI_GUI_TEST - Message Class for VBI GUI Testprogram

• Message number: 005

• Message text: External Drop Event on object &1 received. Data: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBI_GUI_TEST005 - External Drop Event on object &1 received. Data: &2 ?

  The SAP error message VBI_GUI_TEST005 indicates that an external drop event has been received for a specific object. This typically occurs in the context of drag-and-drop operations within the SAP GUI, where an object (like a file or data) is being dropped into a designated area of the SAP interface.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Data Format: The data being dropped may not be in a format that the SAP application can process.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object being dropped may not be compatible with the target area in the SAP GUI.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAP GUI or the specific transaction being used.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the drop operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can try the following steps:
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the data you are trying to drop is in the correct