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# Define a capitalization policy

# Define a capitalization policy {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Yokohama
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* Updated January 30, 2025
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Create fixed asset shells automatically during purchase order creation, by defining a
capitalization policy.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_shop.procurement_administrator

## About this task

You can define a capitalization policy from the Sourcing and Purchasing Automation module.

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllSourcing and Purchasing AutomationAdministrationCapitalization Policies.
2. Select New.
3. On the form, fill in the fields.  
   {#define-capitalization-policy__table_mx3_4gq_glb__entry__2}

   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Name | The display name of the capitalization policy. |
   | Owned by | The user responsible for managing this fixed asset policy. |
   | Rank | Determines the order in which a capitalization policy is processed if multiple policies are satisfied. Policies with lower ranks are honored and processed first. |
   | Created | The date when this fixed asset policy is created. |
   | Active | Option to decide if this policy can be used to create fixed assets. |
   | Capitalize assets if | Conditions that determine the creation of a fixed asset. |
   [Table 1. Capitalization Policy form]

   {#define-capitalization-policy__table_mx3_4gq_glb}
4. Select Submit.

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