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# Clone a request task

# Clone a request task {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Australia  
Updated March 12, 2026  
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Existing tasks can be cloned to create tasks with the same populated
fields.

## Before you begin

Role required: admin, ITIL, creator, or catalog admin

## About this task

In the cloning process, the following information is copied from the source task:

* Parent request reference
* Short description
* Description
* Assignment group
* Location
* Required skills
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## Procedure

Open the request task and select Clone Task under Related Links.  
The application creates a task in Draft state. The Work Notes field contains the original task number and text stating that the task is a clone.