How To Fix /SMB/SC_MAIN167 - Illegal flag combination for scope item &1. Not a valid selection file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SC_MAIN -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Illegal flag combination for scope item &1. Not a valid selection file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN167 - Illegal flag combination for scope item &1. Not a valid selection file ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN167 Illegal flag combination for scope item &1. Not a valid selection file typically occurs in the context of SAP S/4HANA or SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) when working with scope items in the SAP Business Modeler or during the activation of certain business scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the scope item you are trying to activate or use. The "illegal flag combination" suggests that the flags or settings associated with the scope item are not compatible with each other or are not set correctly. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The flags or settings for the scope item may not be set according to the requirements of the specific business scenario.
  Missing Dependencies: Certain prerequisites or dependencies for the scope item may not be fulfilled.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the software or the business model may not support