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

This is the correct answer. The prompt one went away once I published updates to all channels.

From play support email exchange...

You'll just need to assure you release a compliant APK to each track that has the sensitive permissions, as this likely happened because the Permissions form in the Play Console saw multiple APKs.

However, please be assured our engineers are looking into streamlining this process, and I apologize for any inconvenience.

Support's instructions are...

To upload a new APK, you need to submit the declaration form for all the permissions that you’re currently using in your app. Please see the following instructions to submit the form:

1. Go to the Console > App release > Click ‘Create a release’ > Upload a new APK that you want to release

2. Retain the current version of APK

3. Click ‘Add from library’ > Upload all active APKs to cover all permissions across the tracks in your app

4. You can find active APK in Release management > Artifact library

5. Fill out the Declaration Form > Click "Save" at the bottom of the page

After that, please stay on the same page and follow the next steps:

1. Deactivate and remove ONLY the old APKs which you do not want to release.

2. Click "Save" again then select "Review"

3. Then, you'll be able to release a new version of APK by clicking "Start Roll Out" button.

Also, if you do not want to use an APK (with sensitive or high-risk permission) under other track, please do not forget to replace them to a new APK.