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Create a Module for this Instance

The Create a Module for this Instance tool is a clever UI Action eliminates unnecessary clicks by instantly creating a Module in the System Update Sets application, linking directly to your Remote Instance for seamless retrieval of completed Update Sets. Designed for efficiency, it streamlines your workflow during implementation, cloning, and Update Set management across instances.


User Guide


How to Use the Remote Instance Module Creator:

  1. Navigate to a Remote Instance: Open a Remote Instance record.


  2. Access the UI Action: Under Related Links, click on Create a Module for this Instance (ASI).

    Create Module Instance - ServiceNow

  3. Confirm Creation: A dialog will appear asking, "Are you sure you want to create a new Module for this Instance?" Click "OK" to proceed.

    Create Module Instance

  4. Verify Module Creation:

    • A new Module will be created under the System Update Sets application.

    • The Module will link directly to the Remote Instance, allowing you to retrieve completed Update Sets with one click.

      Create Module Instance

(Optional) Set Up Clone Data Preserver:

Although not necessary, we recommend setting up a Clone Data Preserver, to maintain Module activation settings during cloning:

  1. Create a Clone Data Preserver:

    • Navigate to the Clone Data Preserver form.

    • Set "Name" to something descriptive.

    • Set "Table" to "Module [sys_app_module]".

    • Add conditions:

      • "Application menu" is "System Update Sets".

      • "Display name" starts with "Update Source -".

  2. Clone Data Preserver

    Save the Preserver: This ensures that Module activation settings (e.g., "Active" field) are preserved in sub-production instances during cloning.


Use Case Example:

  • Dev Instance: No active Modules (not pulling Update Sets).

  • Test Instance: Activate "Update Source - dev" to pull Update Sets from dev.

  • Production Instance: Activate "Update Source - test" to pull Update Sets from test.


This tool is perfect for ServiceNow admins managing Update Sets across multiple instances!

If you still have any questions, comments, or need any support, please reach out to us, by visiting https://www.altorra.com/support


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