In friction mode, no problems in general.
An old "5 speed" chain may not be happy as an example.

Basically, the index lever needs to match the geometry of the rear mechanism and the spacing of the cogs between themselves for indexing to work. There have been over time slight refinements to cog spacing to get more cogs in the same space and other more subtle changes between group levels.

In short, same brand, same generation, same component tier will work. Other mixing will work too but often its test to confirm. If you are the experimenting type, you can have fun or get frustrated.