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# Create a test definition

# Create a test definition {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Yokohama  
Updated January 30, 2025  
![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read  
Create a test definition to define tests that can help troubleshoot a problem encountered by a particular type of service or product model. For example, use a speed test to troubleshoot the internet-related
issues.

## Before you begin

Role required: admin

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllService Test ManagementTest DefinitionsAll.
2. Select New.
3. On the form, fill in the fields.  
   {#create-test-specification__table_ehw_2p5_3bc__entry__2}

   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Number | Auto-generated ID for the test definition. |
   | Name | Name of the test definition. |
   | Owner | Name of the person who is responsible for maintaining this definition. |
   | State | State of the test definition. Draft :   Unpublished draft service test definition that is assigned when you first create the definition record. Published :   Published service test definition that is assigned when you formally publish it for use. :   The service test definition and the related tables cannot be modified in the published state. Retired :   Service test definition that is retired. Archived :   Service test definition is no longer used in diagnosing process. |
   | Published on | Date on which the test definition is published. |
   | Retired on | Date on which the test definition is retired. |
   | Description | Description for the test definition. |
   [Table 1. Service Test Definition]

   {#create-test-specification__table_ehw_2p5_3bc}
4. Select Submit.

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