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# Defer a remediation task

# Defer a remediation task {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Xanadu
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* Updated August 1, 2024
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Defer a remediation task to create an exception request that you can resolve later.

## Before you begin

Role required: admin

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllIndustrial Workspace.
2. To open the Industrial Workspace list view, select the list (![List icon]()) icon.
3. Under the OT Remediation Tasks module, select one of the available lists.
4. Select the remediation task that you want to defer.
5. Select Request Exception.
6. On the form, fill in the fields.  
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   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Until | Select the date when the Deferred state expires and the remediation task is reactivated. |
   | Reason | Enter the reason for deferring the issue. Choices include: * Awaiting maintenance window * False positive * Fix unavailable * Risk accepted * Mitigating control in place * Other {#defer-remediation-task__defer-vul-item_ul_r55_vb1_xdb} |
   | Additional information | Enter any other relevant information. |
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7. Select Save.

## Result

An exception request is created. You can view your exception requests in the My Exception Requests list under the OT Remediation Tasks module. You can also view all existing
exception requests in the All Exceptions list under the OT Remediation Tasks module.

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