How To Fix /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT086 - Wrong Set Type for merge

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Wrong Set Type for merge

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT086 - Wrong Set Type for merge ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT086 Wrong Set Type for merge typically occurs in the context of data change management, particularly when dealing with data sets that are being merged. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the expected set type for the merge operation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Set Types: The error usually arises when the system attempts to merge two data sets that are of different types or formats. For example, trying to merge a set of transactional data with a set of master data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the data change management module that are not aligned with the data sets being processed.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being merged may not meet the integrity constraints required by the system, leading to a failure in the merge operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Set Types: Verify the types of the data sets you are trying to merge. Ensure that they are compatible and