Running Processes absent attribute

William44
Mega Guru

What does the absent attribute in the cmdb_running_process table mean?  How is it set, and what does it mean when a running process is absent?

 

I wasn't able to find anything on the servicenow support or docs websites.

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Danish Bhairag2
Tera Sage
Tera Sage

Hi @William44 ,

 

In the context of the `cmdb_running_process` table in ServiceNow, the attribute `absent` typically refers to whether a running process is not currently detected or present on the system. This attribute is often used in configuration management and monitoring to track the availability and status of processes on managed devices.

 

The `absent` attribute is usually set based on the results of system scans or monitoring activities. When a running process is marked as "absent," it means that the system scan or monitoring tool did not find this particular process running on the device during the last check. This can be an important piece of information for IT administrators and support teams as it indicates a deviation from the expected state of the system.

 

It's worth noting that specific configurations and meanings can vary depending on how the ServiceNow instance is customized within a particular organization. If you couldn't find detailed information in the official ServiceNow documentation or support resources, it might be beneficial to consult your organization's ServiceNow administrator or support team for context-specific details about the `cmdb_running_process` table and its attributes in your particular ServiceNow instance.

 

Thanks,

Danish