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# Create taxonomy nodes

# Create taxonomy nodes {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Australia  
Updated June 1, 2026  
![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 2 minutes to read  
Create an unlimited number of nodes, or branches, and add them to your service
portfolio taxonomy layers. By configuring taxonomy nodes, you can successfully achieve a
highly detailed and organized service portfolio containing multiple elemental layers---from
general to specific.

## Before you begin

Role required: portfolio_admin

## About this task

Add new nodes as needed and edit existing nodes, as well as reparent nodes or delete nodes. You can reparent a node to another node at the same taxonomy layer.  
In Service Portfolio Management, taxonomy nodes typically represent service types within the configured taxonomy layers. These types act as containers for child nodes or services. Examples for an IT services portfolio could include the following taxonomy nodes:

* Data Center Management
* Hardware Support
* Software Management
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If the Service Portfolio Management Taxonomy Content Pack
\[com.snc.spm.content\] plugin sample data is activated on your instance, review the
provided taxonomy data to gain an understanding of how to best define your taxonomy
layers. Refer to [Activate Service Portfolio
Management Sample Content Pack](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/1jHHqOYXOdEXB9uXCtiXcw "Install the Service Portfolio Management Taxonomy Content Pack plugin (com.snc.spm.content) to access a sample portfolio structure and service taxonomy. This sample data accelerates your ability to create and manage a service portfolio.") for more details.

## Procedure

1. Navigate to Service Portfolio ManagementTaxonomy Nodes and select New.  
   To edit an existing taxonomy node, select the name of the taxonomy node to open the form. Change any of the form field data as needed. To delete an existing node, select Delete.
2. Fill in or edit the form fields.  
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   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Name | Unique name that defines the purpose of the node. |
   | Short description | Brief detail about the taxonomy node purpose. |
   | Description | In-depth details about the node. |
   | Service portfolio | Service portfolio this taxonomy node is associated with. |
   | Taxonomy layer | Taxonomy layer this node is associated with. |
   | Parent | Taxonomy node to which the taxonomy node is associated. Use this form field to reparent a node at the same taxonomy level. |
   | Owned by | Owner of the taxonomy node. |
   | Valid from | The date the taxonomy code is valid. |
   | Valid to | The date the taxonomy code is no longer valid. |
   | Performance score Note: Appears with a Service Owner Workspace subscription. | Most recent performance score for this node. The performance score is calculated by a nightly script. Note: Only an admin can change the score, if necessary. |
   [Table 1. Taxonomy Node]

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3. Submit your taxonomy node.  
   Alternatively, you can select Update after editing an existing taxonomy node.
4. Edit or define the taxonomy node weights.  
   If available, select the Edit Weights related link to edit existing child service weights or child node weights. Alternatively, you can navigate to Service Portfolio ManagementTaxonomy Nodes and find a node in the list. Select to open the form.  
   Note:  
   The Edit Weights related link appears with a Service Owner Workspace subscription. Weight values for associated child nodes are specified at the service offering level via the Edit Metric Weights related link on the Service Offering form.
5. Specify weight values for each associated child node.  
   Total weight must equal 100 percent.
6. Review the related list records.  
   Depending on the type of node, whether it is a leaf node or a non-leaf node, related lists display the following associated data.

   | Option | Description |
   | Taxonomy Nodes | List of all associated child nodes. You can edit an existing child node by selecting a Taxonomy Node name. Create a new child node by selecting New and completing the Taxonomy Node form. |
   | Services | List of all associated services shown for leaf nodes. Edit the list by selecting Edit and making changes to the form. You can select a service in the Related List to modify and update. Create a new associated service by clicking New and completing the Service form. Refer to [Create a service in Service Portfolio Management](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/blDUGvk1DT9T9E9uorDH_g "Create services that benefit and add value to your internal organization and external customers and users."). |
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