Importing data into ServiceNow from a spreadsheet involves a structured process to ensure data integrity and proper mapping. The three main steps in the process are:
The first step in importing data into ServiceNow is to load the spreadsheet into an Import Set table.
This can be done through theSystem Import Sets > Load Datamodule.
The system will create a temporary table (Import Set) where the data will be staged before being transformed into target tables.
ATransform Mapis required to map fields from the Import Set table to the target table in ServiceNow.
Transform Maps define how data from the source (Import Set table) will be transferred and transformed into the destination table (e.g., Incident, User, CMDB, etc.).
The Transform Map allows for additional transformations such ascoalescing records(to avoid duplicates) and scripting for data manipulation.
After configuring the Transform Map, the final step is toRun Transform, which applies the mappings and moves the data from the Import Set table to the target table.
This process ensures that the imported data is correctly integrated into the ServiceNow instance and adheres to the configured rules.
Option A: "Select Data Source, Schedule Transform"- Incorrect because selecting a data source is part of data import, but "scheduling" a transform is not a required step in the standard import process.
Option C: "Define Data Source, Select Transform Map, Run Transform"- Incorrect because "Define Data Source" is more relevant when setting up external data imports. The process must begin with "Load Data" rather than defining the data source.
Option D: "Select Import Set, Select Transform Map, Run Transform"- Incorrect because an Import Set must first be created by loading data before it can be selected.
ServiceNow Docs: Importing Data Overview
ServiceNow Docs: Creating a Transform Map
ServiceNow Docs: Running a Transform Map
Step 1: Load DataStep 2: Create Transform MapStep 3: Run TransformWhy Other Options Are Incorrect?
References from Certified System Administrator (CSA) Documentation: