C_ARSUM Ariba Supplier Management Practice Question
Why would an organization choose to use 'Modular Questionnaires' in the SAP Ariba Supplier Management process?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often view modular questionnaires as a way to bypass internal compliance, failing to see them as a tool to improve agility while maintaining strict regulatory adherence.
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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To collect specific information outside the core lifecycle
Modular questionnaires allow organizations to collect specific information from suppliers on an as-needed basis, separate from the core registration or qualification projects. This provides flexibility, allowing the organization to adapt to changing regulatory requirements, sustainability initiatives, or ad-hoc data collection needs without having to modify the entire registration project template, thus keeping the overall supplier onboarding process lean and efficient.
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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To replace the need for an ERP system
Why it's wrong here
Modular questionnaires are for data collection, not transaction processing or master data storage. They cannot replace an ERP system, which is required for managing financial ledgers, procurement transactions, and inventory. Their purpose is strictly limited to gathering information from suppliers.
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To collect specific information outside the core lifecycle
Why this is correct
Modular questionnaires provide the flexibility to gather specialized information—like ESG reporting, localized tax forms, or conflict mineral declarations—without impacting the core registration project. This modular approach allows for scalable and targeted data collection as business needs evolve over time.
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To automatically lock out suppliers who fail a survey
Why it's wrong here
Blocking a supplier is a separate process handled by status updates. Modular questionnaires are designed for data collection and information gathering, not for the automatic enforcement of supplier blocking or exclusion, which requires explicit administrative intervention and configuration.
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To synchronize supplier data with third-party APIs
Why it's wrong here
While the data collected can be used for integration, the modular questionnaire itself is not an integration tool or API connector. It is an internal data collection form that is part of the SAP Ariba UI, not a middleware component for external system synchronization.
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