How To Fix /SRMSMC/CMN_BL142 - Question &1.&2 answered with &3, but data entered

/SRMSMC/CMN_BL142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CMN_BL -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Question &1.&2 answered with &3, but data entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL142 - Question &1.&2 answered with &3, but data entered ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL142 typically indicates an issue related to the Business Workflow or the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. The message suggests that a question (or a decision point) was answered with a specific response, but there is a discrepancy with the data that was entered.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Mismatch: The response provided does not align with the data that has been entered. This could be due to incorrect data entry or a misunderstanding of the question being asked.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the workflow or the SRM system that is causing the system to not recognize the entered data correctly.
  Validation Rules: There might be validation rules in place that are not being met by the data entered, leading to the error message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entry: Double-check the data that was entered to ensure it matches the expected format and values. Make sure that all required fields