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# Approve demands

# Approve demands {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Australia
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* Updated March 12, 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Approve qualified demands in Next Experience for Demand Management. Approving a demand moves it to the Approved state, where the demand manager can convert it into a work item such as a project or enhancement.

## Before you begin

Demands must be in the Qualified state.

Role required: demand_approver (who can see only demands in the Qualified state) or it_demand_manager

## Procedure

1. Navigate to WorkspacesPortfolio Planning Workspace.
2. Select the Demands icon ![]().
3. Open a demand from the List page.
4. Select Details from the navigation menu.
5. Select the Approve button.
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