How To Fix SRM_LOCK_PROFILE002 - Server groups must be different

SRM_LOCK_PROFILE002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_LOCK_PROFILE -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Server groups must be different

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SRM_LOCK_PROFILE002 - Details

• The SAP error message SRM_LOCK_PROFILE002 with the description "Server groups must be different" typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an issue with the configuration of server groups in a lock profile. This error indicates that the system is trying to use the same server group for different processes or configurations where distinct server groups are required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The error usually arises from a misconfiguration in the lock profile settings where the same server group is assigned to multiple processes that require different server groups.
  System Settings: It may also occur if the system settings or parameters related to server groups are not properly defined or are conflicting.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SRM_LOCK_PROFILE002 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Lock Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to SAP Supplier Relationship Management > Basic Settings > Lock Management > Define Lock Profiles.
  Review the