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# Create new entities for data centers

# Create new entities for data centers {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Brazil  
Updated September 10, 2026  
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Use the cmdb_ci_datacenter table to create entities for all your data centers.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_esg.admin

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllOperational Sustainability ManagementOperational Sustainability WorkspaceListsScopingAll Entities.
2. Select New.
3. Ensure that the Refers to existing record option is selected.
4. In the Table field, select cmdb_ci_datacenter.
5. In the Applies to record field, select the data center you want to add.
6. In the Location field, select the data center location from where you want to collect data.
7. In the Class field, select Sites.
8. Add the entity to the metric definition for which you want to collect data.
9. Save the metric definition form.

## Result

When the metric definition is executed, the metrics for the selected data center will be collected and displayed on the Sustainable IT dashboard.

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