Escalate a deviation to a breakdown

  • Release version: Australia
  • Updated March 12, 2026
  • 1 minute to read
  • Convert a deviation into a breakdown when it no longer fits the deviation criteria and requires structured analysis.

    Before you begin

    Role required: sn_icw.deviation_user or sn_icw.deviation_expert

    Procedure

    1. Navigate to Workspaces > Digital Factory Workspace > Select Lists view icon ().
    2. From the list of deviations, select the deviation task that you want to escalate to a breakdown.
    3. Select the three-dot menu in the top corner and select Escalate to breakdown.
    4. Confirm your choice by selecting Yes, escalate to breakdown.

    Result

    The deviation has been escalated to a breakdown and is displayed in the breakdown list and the list of all tasks. To start breakdown analysis, select Start breakdown analysis from the three-dot menu in the top corner of the record page.