What is 'lock RFx question section' in SAP LOD-ESO - Sourcing OnDemand?

lock RFx question section - Overview

• Component: LOD-ESO

• Component Name: Sourcing OnDemand

• Description: To close the section so that suppliers cannot respond or change existing responses. Locked sections are assigned scores and contribute to the response score and supplier rank.

lock RFx question section - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Lock RFx question section is a feature in SAP LOD-ESO Sourcing OnDemand that allows the buyer to lock a specific section of an RFx (Request for Proposal) so that suppliers cannot modify their answers. This feature is useful for ensuring that suppliers provide consistent answers to the same questions. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the lock RFx question section feature, the buyer must first create an RFx and add the desired questions. Once the questions have been added, the buyer can select the “Lock” option next to each question to prevent suppliers from changing their answers. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the lock RFx question section feature, it is important to remember that once a question has been locked, it cannot be unlocked. Therefore, it is important to make sure that all questions are correct before locking them. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the lock RFx question section feature in SAP LOD-ESO Sourcing OnDemand, please refer to the official documentation available on SAP’s website.