Trying to jump from a high EMUI version (e.g., EMUI 11) directly to a very old one (e.g., EMUI 9) without intermediate steps 1.2.3. Step-by-Step Fix: Resolving "Group Version Not Match"
Based on community testing, certain combinations work better than others: group version not match hisuite proxy work
If the internal version tags of these three components do not match perfectly in the HiSuite Proxy setup, the official HiSuite client detects the mismatch and rejects the installation. Common Causes of the Error Trying to jump from a high EMUI version (e
In the HiSuite Proxy setup screen, look for the dropdown setup that dictates the installation type. If you can upgrade or downgrade within EMUI
If you can upgrade or downgrade within EMUI 10 versions but can't go to EMUI 9, the issue is likely related to major version cross-compatibility restrictions rather than a Proxy configuration problem. In such cases, you may need to use alternative methods like (using a USB OTG or NM card with the full firmware package).
Attempting to jump across too many Android/EMUI generations at once without using an intermediate roll-back version. Step-by-Step Resolution Guide
The "Group Version Not Match" error is one of the most frustrating obstacles Huawei device owners face when using HiSuite Proxy for firmware upgrades or downgrades. If you've encountered this error message while trying to modify your device's software, you're not alone — it has plagued users across many Huawei and Honor device models.