How To Fix X3030 - Only first-mode lines can be pasted

X3030 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: X3 - Matrix processing message - English

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Only first-mode lines can be pasted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message X3030 - Only first-mode lines can be pasted ?

  The SAP error message X3030, "Only first-mode lines can be pasted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data entry or data manipulation processes, particularly when working with tables or lists in the SAP GUI. This error indicates that the system is trying to paste data that does not conform to the expected format or structure.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being copied does not match the expected format of the target field or table. For example, if you are trying to paste multiple lines of data that are not in the first mode (the primary or main mode of data entry), the system will reject the paste operation.
  Mixed Data Types: If the copied data contains mixed data types (e.g., text and numbers) that do not align with the target fields, the paste operation will fail.
  Selection of Non-First Mode Lines: If