How To Fix /SRMSMC/CMN_BL114 - Dependent question &1 has already been added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CMN_BL -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Dependent question &1 has already been added

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL114 - Dependent question &1 has already been added ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL114 with the description "Dependent question &1 has already been added" typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when dealing with questionnaires or surveys. This error indicates that there is an attempt to add a dependent question that has already been included in the questionnaire.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The dependent question you are trying to add has already been added to the questionnaire or survey.
  Configuration Issue: There may be a misconfiguration in the questionnaire setup that allows for the same dependent question to be referenced multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Questions:
  
  Review the questionnaire or survey to see if the dependent question (indicated by &1 in the error message) is already present.
  If it is present, you do not need to add it again. You can modify the existing question if necessary.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find that the dependent question is indeed duplicated, remove the duplicate entry from the questionnaire.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the dependencies between questions are correctly set up. If a question is dependent on another, make sure that the logic is clear and does not lead to circular dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up questionnaires and managing dependent questions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the questionnaire to ensure that it functions as expected without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing the setup, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to SRM questionnaires, such as SRM_QA for managing questionnaires.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to modify questionnaires and their questions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your dependent questions in SAP SRM.