How To Fix /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT036 - Could not import scope item '&1'. Enter a valid system type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Could not import scope item '&1'. Enter a valid system type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT036 - Could not import scope item '&1'. Enter a valid system type. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT036 indicates that there is an issue with importing a scope item due to an invalid system type. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) or SAP S/4HANA Cloud when trying to import or export configuration or scope items.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Invalid System Type: The system type specified for the scope item is not recognized or is incorrect. This could happen if the system type is not defined in the system or if there is a typo in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the scope item itself, such as missing dependencies or incorrect settings.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: The version of the scope item being imported may not be compatible with the version of the system you are working on.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the import may not have the necessary authorizations