How To Fix /SRMSMC/CMN_BL023 - Selected questionnaire &1 must be released

/SRMSMC/CMN_BL023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CMN_BL -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Selected questionnaire &1 must be released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL023 - Selected questionnaire &1 must be released ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL023 Selected questionnaire &1 must be released typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when you are trying to use a questionnaire that has not been released for use. This error indicates that the questionnaire you are attempting to access or utilize is still in a draft or inactive state and needs to be released before it can be used in processes such as supplier evaluations or procurement activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Questionnaire Status: The questionnaire is in a draft state or has not been released. Only released questionnaires can be used in transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to release the questionnaire.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SRM system that prevent the questionnaire from being released.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Questionnaire:
  
  Navigate to the questionnaire management area in SAP SRM.
  Find the questionnaire with the identifier &1 (replace &1 with