How To Fix /SMB/BB_INSTALLER045 - Building blocks can only be dragged and dropped within same scope item

/SMB/BB_INSTALLER045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_INSTALLER -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Building blocks can only be dragged and dropped within same scope item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER045 - Building blocks can only be dragged and dropped within same scope item ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER045 indicates that you are trying to drag and drop building blocks (BBs) across different scope items in the SAP Business ByDesign (ByD) system. This error typically arises when users attempt to organize or manage building blocks in a way that is not permitted by the system's design.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the SAP ByDesign system enforces a rule that building blocks can only be moved within the same scope item. Scope items are predefined sets of functionalities or processes that are part of the solution, and each building block is associated with a specific scope item. Attempting to drag and drop a building block to a different scope item violates this rule, resulting in the error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are only attempting to move building blocks within the same scope item. Here are the steps you