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# Define the source specifications in the compatibility rules

# Define the source specifications in the compatibility rules {#ariaid-title1}

* Freigeben Version: Australia
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* Aktualisiert 12. März 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 Minute Lesedauer

Define a source specification in a compatibility rule so that you can create a horizontal relationship in your product catalog.

## Vorbereitungen

Ensure that you have created a compatibility rule. To learn more, see [Create a compatibility rule](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/m0C11tbgNT6XIHpd7~AcfA "Create a compatibility rule in the product catalog to define the horizontal relationships between your product, service, and resource specifications.").

Role
required: sn_prd_pm.product-catalog_manager, sn_prd_pm_adv.catalog_creator

## Warum und wann dieser Vorgang ausgeführt wird

A source specification record includes the details of a source product inventory item in the compatibility rule. After you create a compatibility rule, you can configure the characteristics of your source specification.

## Prozedur

1. Navigate to AllProduct Catalog ManagementCompatibility Rule.
2. In the Compatibility Rules list, select the compatibility rule that you want to define the source specification for.
3. On the form, click the Source Configuration related list.
4. Click New and fill in the fields.  
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   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Specification | Based on the specification that you selected when you created the compatibility rule, this field auto-populates with your product, service, or resource specification. |
   | Characteristic | Characteristic to define the source specification in the compatibility rule. Select the characteristic that is associated with the product, service, or resource specification. |
   | Characteristic Option | Characteristic option to define the source specification in the compatibility rule. Select the characteristic options that are associated with the product, service, or resource specification. |
   [Tabelle : 1. Specification Configuration form]

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5. Click Submit.

## Nächste Maßnahme

[Create compatible records in compatibility rules](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/cj_LofTV28Kh2KCupOpErg "Create a compatible record in a compatibility rule so that you can define a target specification to establish the horizontal relationship with.").