Google play console said “You can't edit this app until you create a new app release declaring sensitive permissions” how to fix it?

Question

I couldn\'t publish my new released on google play console this morning. It has shown,

\"You can\'t edit this app until you create a new

Answer 1

Google restricts apps from using access permission via SMS, callsGoogle has now restricted the use of high-risk and sensitive permissions via SMS and phone calls for apps on PlayStore as part of its recent policy change that now requires apps to be verified manually by the search engine giant.

The company has declared March 9 as the deadline for developers whose apps already include these permissions to either file a declaration confirming their app requires these permissions for core functionality, submit a request application for more time allotment to bring their app into compliance, or remove the permissions from their apps immediately.

"Apps that fail to meet policy requirements or submit a declaration form may be removed from Google Play," the company wrote in a post late on Monday.

While cases where Google is allowing access to these permissions include an app being the default handler for calls, SMS, Google Assistant queries, the other use cases are expected to request a temporary extension and work to find an alternative way.

please check on this: https://play.google.com/intl/en-US/about/privacy-security-deception/permissions/

If you believe your app meets the policy requirements for acceptable use or is eligible for an exception, you should declare any Call Log or SMS permissions directly through the Play Console at here: https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/answer/9214102