Pathfinder creating groups (Illustrator 2021)

Question

I've updated to Illustrator 2021.Ever since updating I've noticed that the Pathfinder function - more specifically the Unite and Merge -create groups instead of connecting two shapes together. This is extremely weird as this behavior is occasional and not consistent.I've included a video for you see it in action. I have tried Monika Gause's advice and converted my paths into compound pathsbut even this doesn't resolve it. Any input would be appreciated.

scott30625536y2pa · Answer

OK, so it's two years later, and I was having this same problem. When I made my shapes, I dragged them around until Illustrator showed me that they were "aligned" with the pink locator lines, and my shapes were snapping into place. And then when I'd try to use the "pathfinder" tool to "unite", I'd end up with a group.

After reading the comments below, I decided to double-check a few things. I took a look at all of my "seams", and they all looked aligned. However, once I zoomed AAAAAAAAAAALL the way in, there was a tiny tiny little gap. And once I joined that gap, my shapes united without issue.

But how annoying is that? When you use the very tools that are supposed to ensure alignment, and it actually doesn't.

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