How To Fix SMI_GENERAL180 - All records should have the same Search Group.

SMI_GENERAL180 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMI_GENERAL -

• Message number: 180

• Message text: All records should have the same Search Group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMI_GENERAL180 - All records should have the same Search Group. ?

  The SAP error message SMI_GENERAL180 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the search groups of the records being processed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or similar modules where data consistency is crucial for operations like planning, forecasting, or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the records being processed belong to different search groups. In SAP, a search group is a classification that helps the system identify and group similar data for processing. If records from different search groups are mixed, the system cannot proceed with the operation, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SMI_GENERAL180 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Records: Determine which records are causing the issue. This may involve checking the logs or the specific transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  Check Search Groups: Review the search groups assigned to the records. You can do this by navigating