How To Fix BSFC017 - This question is already in use at a higher level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BSFC - Message Table for BSFC

• Message number: 017

• Message text: This question is already in use at a higher level

What causes this issue?

Calling this question again would create an endless loop.

System Response

You cannot select this question.

How to fix this error?

Choose another question.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BSFC017 - This question is already in use at a higher level ?

  The SAP error message BSFC017, which states "This question is already in use at a higher level," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Suite applications, particularly in the areas of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Process Management. This error indicates that the question or query you are trying to create or modify is already associated with a higher-level process or question, which prevents you from using it at the current level.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Conflict: The question you are trying to use is already linked to a higher-level question or process, which means it cannot be reused at a lower level.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that questions or queries are not duplicated across different levels of the hierarchy.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that restrict the use of certain questions at specific levels.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy: Review the hierarchy of questions or queries to identify where the