C_ARSUM Ariba Supplier Management Practice Question
What happens in Ariba SLP if a 'Qualification' project expires?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often believe an expired qualification merely sends an email notification to the supplier, forgetting that the primary business impact is the immediate restriction of the supplier from new sourcing events.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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The supplier is restricted from sourcing events
When a qualification project expires, the supplier loses their 'Qualified' status within the sourcing environment. This is a crucial risk management feature that prevents procurement teams from accidentally engaging with suppliers who are no longer vetted or compliant. By automating the expiration process, Ariba ensures that the supply base remains compliant without requiring constant manual monitoring, thus safeguarding the company's operational integrity and legal standing against unqualified vendors.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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The supplier is automatically deleted
Why it's wrong here
Deletion of a supplier record is a drastic step with severe downstream impacts on financial and historical reporting. The system simply updates the status to 'Unqualified' or 'Expired', which prevents sourcing activity while maintaining the record for history and potential re-qualification in the future.
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The supplier is restricted from sourcing events
Why this is correct
An expired qualification effectively removes the vendor from the pool of eligible participants for new sourcing events. This restriction ensures that the organization only conducts business with suppliers who meet current certification and compliance requirements, protecting the company from the risks associated with non-compliant vendors.
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The registration project is restarted
Why it's wrong here
Qualification and registration are separate phases. Expiring a qualification only impacts the qualification status; it does not invalidate the registration record. The supplier remains registered in the system, but they must complete a new qualification project to restore their eligibility to participate in sourcing.
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The ERP master record is blocked for payment
Why it's wrong here
While it impacts sourcing eligibility, it does not automatically block payments in the ERP. Blocking payments is a financial control handled within the ERP and would require a separate integration event, as the qualification status in Ariba is designed to govern procurement actions, not financial settlements.
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