Can't publish initial build of app in Google Play Console

Question

When I try to publish a release in the Google Play Console, I constantly get this error:

Your app cannot be published yet. Complete the steps listed on the Dashboard.

And yes, I have indeed completed all the steps listed in the dashboard. I am using the new Play Console Beta, this is possibly related. What do I need to do before I can publish a release? Is there a hidden step?

Answer 1

After some searching, I found the button 'Use classic Play Console'. Apparently there are some steps to be finished that are simply not visible in the Beta:

• Click on Use classic Play Console
• Go to Pricing & distribution
• Check the Content guidelines checkmark
• Check the US export laws checkmark
• Press Save draft

And you're good to go!

Answer 2

I had that problem and fix it. the problem caused by google console because they added one additional task in the app content about wither your app is consider a news app or not. so go to the inbox in your app and you will find that message from google click and you will be leaded to the content that you should fill. I hope that help any one having that issue.

Answer 3

I also had this problem. It was regarding setting your app as free from the App Pricing section as my application was free. So after setting that, I released my app.