How To Fix /SRMSMC/SEP010 - Starting the evaluation is not possible; template is not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SEP -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Starting the evaluation is not possible; template is not released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SEP010 - Starting the evaluation is not possible; template is not released ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SEP010 Starting the evaluation is not possible; template is not released typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when you attempt to start an evaluation process using a template that has not been released or activated.
  Cause:
  
  Template Not Released: The most common cause of this error is that the evaluation template you are trying to use has not been released. In SAP SRM, templates must be properly configured and released before they can be used for evaluations.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the user from accessing the template.
  Configuration Issues: The template may not be correctly configured or may have missing required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Template:
  
  Navigate to the evaluation template management area in SAP SRM.
  Check the status of the template you are trying to use.
  If it is not released, you will need to release it. This typically involves going to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SRMSMC/SEPT) and changing the status of the template to "Released."
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to start the evaluation has the necessary authorizations to access the template. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Template Configuration:
  
  Verify that the template is correctly configured. Check for any missing fields or settings that may prevent it from being used.
  Ensure that all required criteria and parameters are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on managing evaluation templates in SRM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SRMSMC/SEPT for managing evaluation templates.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address issues related to evaluation templates.
  User Roles: Review the roles assigned to users in the SAP system to ensure they have the necessary permissions to work with evaluation templates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully start the evaluation process using the desired template.