C_ARSUM Ariba Supplier Management Practice Question
What is the benefit of using modular questionnaires in SAP Ariba?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often mistakenly believe modular questionnaires replace the core registration, failing to realize they are meant to supplement, not replace, the primary supplier onboarding data collection process.
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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They allow for targeted data collection on specific topics.
Modular questionnaires provide the flexibility to gather data on specific, evolving business needs without requiring a full registration update. This targeted approach minimizes the burden on suppliers while allowing the procurement organization to quickly collect data on new compliance requirements, diversity goals, or specific regional regulations. This agility is essential in a dynamic business environment where requirements frequently change, allowing organizations to maintain compliance and data accuracy without restarting the entire onboarding process.
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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They replace the need for an initial supplier registration.
Why it's wrong here
Modular questionnaires supplement, not replace, the registration process. The registration is mandatory for establishing the supplier in the system. Attempting to use a questionnaire instead of the registration would result in an incomplete profile and the inability to process any transactions with the supplier.
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They allow for targeted data collection on specific topics.
Why this is correct
Modular questionnaires are specifically designed for granular data collection on focused topics such as sustainability, tax compliance, or specific industry certifications. This targeted nature makes them extremely efficient, as they avoid re-requesting information that has already been provided, thus maintaining a clean, up-to-date, and relevant profile.
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They are mandatory for all suppliers to be active.
Why it's wrong here
Modular questionnaires are not mandatory for all suppliers. They are triggered based on specific business rules and organizational needs. Mandatory requirements are typically handled through the primary registration or qualification workflows, not through individual modular questionnaires, which serve as a flexible extension of the existing profile.
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They store the supplier's historical transactional history.
Why it's wrong here
Transactional history is managed by the Ariba Network and internal ERP systems. Modular questionnaires are strictly for data gathering and compliance reporting. Storing transactional data in a questionnaire would be architecturally unsound and would not provide the reporting or auditing functionality required for financial and supply chain transparency.
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