How To Fix 1X218 - Selection error. The two structure versions are identical

1X218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Selection error. The two structure versions are identical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X218 - Selection error. The two structure versions are identical ?

  The SAP error message 1X218 ("Selection error. The two structure versions are identical") typically occurs in the context of SAP's data structure management, particularly when dealing with data structures in the context of data transfer or data mapping.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to compare or select between two structure versions that are supposed to be different, but the system identifies them as identical. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The structure versions may have been incorrectly configured or defined, leading the system to believe they are the same.
  Data Transfer Issues: During data transfer processes, if the source and target structures are not properly defined or if there is a mismatch in the expected structure versions, this error can occur.
  Version Management: If the version management is not properly maintained, it can lead to situations where the system cannot differentiate between two versions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can