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In which of the following should details of a workaround be documented?

The correct answer is B. The problem record. Workaround details discovered during problem management must be documented in the problem record so they are accessible to support teams handling related incidents.

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Question

In which of the following should details of a workaround be documented?

Options

  • AThe service level agreement (SLA)
  • BThe problem record
  • CThe availability management information system
  • DThe IT service plan

How the community answered

(51 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    94% (48)
  • C
    4% (2)

Why each option

Workaround details discovered during problem management must be documented in the problem record so they are accessible to support teams handling related incidents.

AThe service level agreement (SLA)

A Service Level Agreement defines agreed service targets and responsibilities between a provider and customer, not operational workaround or technical resolution details.

BThe problem recordCorrect

In ITIL problem management, the problem record is the central document that captures all information about a problem, including any workarounds identified. When a workaround is found, it is recorded in the problem record and can be promoted to the Known Error Database (KEDB). This ensures support staff can apply the workaround to restore service while a permanent resolution is developed.

CThe availability management information system

The Availability Management Information System is a repository for availability data, metrics, and reports - not for storing problem workarounds.

DThe IT service plan

The IT service plan is a high-level strategic document outlining planned services and improvements, not a repository for technical workaround details.

Concept tested: Problem record documentation and workaround recording

Source: https://www.axelos.com/certifications/itil-service-management/what-is-itil

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#problem management#workaround#problem record#known error

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