Schedule a problem

When you schedule a problem, set the target dates based on the priority and impact on affected services and whether there is a workaround or fix available. Assign or reassign the problem to a group with the skills necessary to find a resolution to the problem.

To schedule a problem:

  1. Click Problem Management > Problem Control > Search problems.
  2. Use search or advanced search to find one or more records.
  3. Select a record from the list.
  4. Select the Assignment Group.
  5. Set the Root Cause Identified Date.

    Note: This field is only available for problems assigned to Open status.

  6. Set the Problem Resolution Date.

    Note: This field is only available for problems assigned to Open status.

  7. In the Activities section, click the New Update Type field list and select the applicable update type.
  8. In the New Update field, type notes to include the current activity update.
  9. Click Save.
  10. To advance to the next phase, click Next Phase. For example, you might want to advance from the Problem Prioritization and Planning phase to the Problem Investigation and Diagnosis phase.

  11. Click Save & Exit.

  12. Notify the Problem Coordinator and the stakeholders about the plans and resources assigned to this problem.